Kathy N. (addicated-to-reading) reviewed The Marriage Bureau: The True Story of How Two Matchmakers Arranged Love in Wartime London on + 150 more book reviews
Didn't realize this was based on something that really happened and was pleasantly surprised. It was well written and followed the two ladies who founded this Marriage Bureau until it was sold to Penrose Halson. Enjoyed it - a good read about a very tough time during WWII and afterward.
Cheryl (boomerbooklover) -
Entertaining account of two young women who start a matchmaking business in London just before WWII. Some stories are sad, but all are interesting. Fascinating look at changes in what people look for in a mate. Many in WWII era wanted someone to take care of/able support them (women) or to help them in their profession, whether as an upper class partner or a farmer's wife. Rarely did they mention what are now highly rated assets, such as looks, education, sense of humor, etc. The owners of the bureau interviewed candidates and had them fill out forms. They then summarized the info on cards and matched likely mates. Last part of the book includes some form info, as well as the owners' comments, which helped them remember the individual, such as 'red headed', or 'thinks a lot of himself' and in many cases are hilarious.
