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Rate A Date (Dating Series Book 5) Kindle Edition

by Monica Murphy (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.2 out of 5 stars 787 ratings
From New York Times bestselling author Monica Murphy comes a flirty, fun romance featuring a sweet hairstylist and the sexy pro football player she meets on a dating app...

Eleanor Murray is tired.

Tired of going on awkward dates. Tired of meeting men who just aren’t that into her. Tired of being set up on blind dates by her well-meaning friends.

She is a believer of true love, of finding that happily ever after, and she wants it. She deserves it. But at the rate she’s going, she’s pretty sure it’s never going to happen.

Until a friend creates a profile for Eleanor on a new dating app. At first, she’s reluctant. Dating apps aren’t the way to finding true love, are they? But then she makes a connection on Rate a Date, and this gorgeous, confident guy almost seems too good to be true…

Mitch Anderson has a secret.

He’s just moved to Las Vegas for his high profile job and after years of playing the field, he’s looking for a serious relationship. He wants to find a woman who likes him for who he is, not what he does. Meeting Eleanor on the dating app, he’s intrigued. Meeting her in real life while she’s in town for a bachelorette weekend, he completely falls for her. Now he’s in way over his head.

Their chemistry is combustible. They can’t keep their hands off each other. But will Eleanor forgive him when she finds out who he really is?

The Dating series are standalone romances with interconnecting characters. Each novel completely stands alone (no cliffhangers!) and can be read in any order, but you'll enjoy reading them as a series!

Save The Date
Fake Date
Holidate
Hate to Date You
Rate A Date
Wedding Date
Blind Date (coming 10/19)
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"Some words that spring to mind when I think back on the story are: sexy, sweet, fun, funny, touching, easy to read and captivating. I honestly loved almost everything about the story." - OMG Reads

"I loved everything about this story from the humor, friendships, sexiness, hot football player and a quirky woman....what more can you ask for. This is one book that should be on your TBR list....do it now." - Rhonda, Goodreads reviewer


"This is such a wonderful series! Monica Murphy continues to deliver in these standalone romances and I always find myself anticipating the next one." - Elle's Book Blog


"This is a hot, sweet, romantic, love story that ticked the boxes for me. Extremely well written, this story will take you on a fabulous journey that will leave you with a smile on your face." - Erin, Goodreads reviewer


"I think Rate a Date is the perfect option if you're looking for an easy summer romance read." - Mell's View


"This sexy romance is just what you would want to read to make you smile and your heart light up. Monica's characters are witty and funny and above all lovable. Their romance will have you wishing you could get on Rate A Date and find the partner of your dreams. PERFECTION!" - The Book Fairy Reviews


"Monica has been a long time favorite author of mine, and every book she releases I think "this one cannot top the last", yet she surpasses my expectations every time." - Amanda, Goodreads reviewer


"I very much enjoyed "Rate a Date" and recommend it for all fans of contemporary romance and romantic comedy. I look forward to the next book in the series!" - Laurie Reads Romance


"MM did not hold back on this book one bit. This book boyfriend definitely measures up to deserve a gal like Eleanor. I'm still swooning about him a little bit. Cracking up that he joins a dating app to find a real relationship. This is definitely my most favorite book of this series and that is hard to say because they are all amazing. Just make sure you have a fan or some ice nearby when reading." - Dirty Bad Bloggers


"I knew the moment I read the blurb for this book that I had to read it. I am a sucker for a sports romance and Monica Murphy never disappoints me. This book was fun, sweet, steamy, funny, just all the things. Murphy's writing style is perfect, as always. I fell right into the story." - Novel Nerd Faction


"This was fun, has light drama, romantic, hot and made me in love. This is the kind of story I crave and I'm really happy I read this book. I highly recommend it." - Pick a Book


"If you are looking for a quick read, something fun and upbeat with low angst and lots of steamy scenes, I highly recommend this read. Now I'm away to find me a Mitch!!" - HEA Reads


"This whole series should be made into a Hallmark movie!" - Bender Dearmgirl


"I was so excited for a meeting in Vegas book, they are like crack to me and when Monica said she was doing one, I knew I had to read it." - Crazy Reader Chicks

"From hello to goodbye, Murphy puts the heart on notice." - blogger Isha Coleman

About the Author

Monica Murphy is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of dozens of romantic novels, including the One Week Girlfriend and the Rules series. She also writes romance as USA Today bestselling author Karen Erickson. A native Californian, she is the mother of three children and lives in the foothills below Yosemite National Park.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B085PPQ55R
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ EM Publishing (July 14, 2020)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ July 14, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2.8 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 288 pages
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Monica Murphy is a New York Times, USA Today and international bestselling author. She writes new adult, young adult and contemporary romance.

She is a wife and a mother of three who lives in central California on fourteen acres in the middle of nowhere, along with their four cats and one crazy dog. She's a firm believer in happy endings, though she will admit to sometimes putting her characters through tough, angst-filled moments before they finally get that hard won HEA.

Monica is also known as USA Today bestselling romance author Karen Erickson (http://karenerickson.com).

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Customers enjoy this romance novel's swoon-inducing story and find it fun to read, with one review noting it's filled with giggle moments. The book receives positive feedback for its steamy content, with one customer particularly praising the chemistry between Eleanor and Mitch. While customers find the characters nice, one review mentions there's not enough chemistry between them. The pacing receives mixed reactions, with one customer finding it unrealistic.

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14 customers mention "Story quality"10 positive4 negative

Customers enjoy the story of the book, with one mentioning its intriguing premise and another appreciating its drama.

"...Love, love, love this story. I feel like it had a little more steam then the previous books in this series, and I am here for it!..." Read more

"...This was a cute story and although the time frame wasn't long, it felt drug out." Read more

"...The reason for the low stars is this. There were a couple of story inconsistencies I could not get past. I think it comes down to miss edits...." Read more

"...He connects with Eleanor and loves all her awkward quirks. But he knows that his lie of omission is a huge risk...." Read more

12 customers mention "Romance"12 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the romance in this book, describing it as a swoon-inducing online dating story filled with fun friendships.

"Rate a Date is hands down my favorite book in the Dating series!..." Read more

"...I absolutely loved this swoon inducing romance, that will leave you with a huge smile on your face and a lightness to your heart!..." Read more

"Love this romance based on using a dating app...." Read more

"...I loved this book because it was fun, sweet, and had some drama. If you're looking to read about online love, then Rate a Date is for you!" Read more

10 customers mention "Fun read"10 positive0 negative

Customers find the book fun to read, with one mentioning it has plenty of giggle moments.

"...There are plenty of giggle moments and happy tears will flow too. I adore this book so much. Mitch and Eleanor just stole my heart...." Read more

"This book is a standalone BUT it falls in a fun series of stories about a group of women friends...." Read more

"...I loved this book because it was fun, sweet, and had some drama. If you're looking to read about online love, then Rate a Date is for you!" Read more

"...The concept of hidden identity and a dating up was fresh and fun. I love the friends in this dating world she has created...." Read more

7 customers mention "Sexiness"7 positive0 negative

Customers find the book sexy and cute, with one mentioning the gorgeous heroine.

"...Mitch is gorgeous, and such a nice guy. Eleanor can’t help but be attracted to him...." Read more

"Rate a Date is such a cute fabulous read. I love Eleanor and Mitch...." Read more

"...Great, cute, fun, flirty, sexy, full of potential, I absolutely loved it.❤️" Read more

"...I loved everything about this story from the humor, friendships, sexiness, hot football player and a quirky woman....what more can you ask for...." Read more

4 customers mention "Steam content"4 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the steamy content of the book, with one customer particularly praising the chemistry between Eleanor and Mitch.

"...Mitch is so swoon-worthy. The chemistry is red hot and they will have you fanning yourself at times...." Read more

"...It is SMOKING hot and I am here for it...." Read more

"...I loved the steam between Eleanor and Mitch. The concept of hidden identity and a dating up was fresh and fun...." Read more

"...So fun, flirty, and steamy! Just like a dating book should be!!!! I loved that our main female character was curvy, but owned it...." Read more

3 customers mention "Series quality"3 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy this book in the series, with one mentioning it's the best one they've read.

"...I can’t wait to see what Monica brings next in the delightful series!..." Read more

"Loved the other books in the series...." Read more

"The best one of the series!..." Read more

6 customers mention "Chemistry between characters"4 positive2 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the chemistry between characters in the book.

"...It's definitely an interesting take on a main character :D" Read more

"...I really, really hated the main character Eleanor. She is a hair stylist in California...." Read more

"...It is good enough to read once and the characters were very likable. Mand.96 or Mand.94? Mistake at 8%. Spelling error at 17%...." Read more

"...The storyline was good. The characters were nice. A little too typical." Read more

6 customers mention "Pacing"0 positive6 negative

Customers criticize the pacing of the book, finding it unrealistic and lacking substance.

"...The hero, Mitch, was a big dumb oaf. They started out with some sweet chemistry but then turned into a porn movie. Overall, disappointing." Read more

"...The storyline was good. The characters were nice. A little too typical." Read more

"...The book also didn't have much substance, even by romance novel standards. Lots of bad smex and partying." Read more

"...She is a hair stylist in California. She is petty, childish, boring, bitchy and I can see why she is single. There was nothing attractive about her...." Read more

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  • S. Red
    5.0 out of 5 stars Favorite of the Dating Series!!!
    Reviewed in the United States on July 14, 2020
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    Rate a Date is hands down my favorite book in the Dating series! I’ve read all of the others, and I loved them, but Eleanor and Mitch have taken the top spot!

    Eleanor wants a relationship, she’s tired of awkward dates and men who just aren’t interested in going the distance. When one of her friends creates of profile on a dating app for her, she is hesitant to say the least. But when she connects with Mitch Anderson, all that reluctance flies out the window. Mitch is gorgeous, and such a nice guy. Eleanor can’t help but be attracted to him. As she gets to know him, she fears that Mitch may be too good to be true.

    Mitch Anderson has been playing the field for most of his adult life. He’s looking for something more, the problem is (or so he thinks) is his high profile job that makes it hard to find a good woman. When he matches with Eleanor, she is everything he wants. The problem is, he’s hiding something major from her. When the truth finally comes out, will Eleanor be able to forgive him?

    Love, love, love this story. I feel like it had a little more steam then the previous books in this series, and I am here for it! From start to finish I didn’t want to put this book down. I wanted to know what was going to happen for Eleanor and Mitch. I also really love that we still get to read updates on the couples from the previous books in the series, and how Monica sets us up for the next book! Even though this book can be read as a stand-alone, I really recommend reading the previous stories, just because I think it adds so much more to the story!
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  • Beckyrae99 (Becky Wise)
    4.0 out of 5 stars fabulously cute
    Reviewed in the United States on July 14, 2020
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    Rate a Date is such a cute fabulous read. I love Eleanor and Mitch. They are both tired of being alone and there is something about them that just clicks so easily. Eleanor is sweet, awkward and I just love how she comes alive when it comes to Mitch. He brings out the best in Eleanor. You feel his struggle over his secret he keeps from her. Mitch is so swoon-worthy. The chemistry is red hot and they will have you fanning yourself at times. There are plenty of giggle moments and happy tears will flow too. I adore this book so much. Mitch and Eleanor just stole my heart. I can't wait for the next book in the Dating series.
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  • Aundi.Living.That.Book.Life 📚
    5.0 out of 5 stars Loved This Book!!!
    Reviewed in the United States on July 16, 2020
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    This is the first book by Monica that I have read, and I am here to say that it most definitely will not be my last. I absolutely loved this swoon inducing romance, that will leave you with a huge smile on your face and a lightness to your heart! You won’t be able to stop yourself from falling in love with Mitch and Eleanor.

    “𝙀𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙮𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙙𝙧𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙨 𝙢𝙚 𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝙢𝙮 𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙙.”

    Eleanor is the romantic of her friends’ group, she wants the whole package swoons and all. But she has terrible taste in men and has had a bad luck streak happening for quite some time. Insert her friend who unbeknownst to Eleanor signed her up for the app. The goal was to double date with her friend but in the end, she found Mitch instead. I loved Eleanor she is just an overall really sweet person just looking for something more substantial and lifelong. I appreciated that she had her own set of quirks and this completely endearing awkwardness that made appearances throughout, it had me connecting to her on a deeper level. I also liked how being with Mitch opened her up in ways she had never thought possible. It really showed their connection on a more intimate level.

    𝙄 𝙙𝙤𝙣’𝙩 𝙜𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙪𝙥 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙚𝙖𝙨𝙞𝙡𝙮.

    I loved Mitch, he is the perfect combination of Cocky arrogance and sweet sensibilities. He’s the guy that will command you in the bedroom but still remember to take care of you on an emotional level. This dichotomy of his personality was my favorite part about him. I couldn’t help but fall for his dirty mouth and sexy ways. But also the way he worried and cared for Eleanor. (Insert all the swooning). Mitch is this big-time football player with the Raiders and he is just looking for someone to love him for him and not what his fame can give them. Hence, the dating app.

    Monica has struck gold with Mitch and Eleanor. Their connection and passion pour from the pages, leaving you utterly breathless and desperate for more. I could not get enough of this Romantic Comedy that had me laughing out loud but also all kinds of twisted up with the passion that drips from this book. I can’t wait to see what Monica brings next in the delightful series!
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  • Linda
    3.0 out of 5 stars Good Romance
    Reviewed in the United States on December 10, 2020
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    Dating is hard but faking a profile on an app is kinda hard to deal with. Mitch is going to have a big issue when Eleanor discovers this. But let's start in the beginning.
    Eleanor and Mitch are having trouble in finding love so they decide to sign up for a dating app. What can go wrong? Well, let me tell you. Faking your name in your profile is definitely a big NO-NO. Mitch should not have done that but I understand why he did it since he wants actual love. It's going to be a bit tricky when he finds an insane chemistry with Eleanor.
    Eleanor has been through the ringer when it comes to dating so she has had it but she ultimately believes in love so she is kinda willing to try something new. It may be a bit more trouble than she can handle when she meets Mitch. He is definitely perfect for her but he is hiding a big secret. Once it is revealed, she will need to decide if love is worth or not. 
    Love is a tricky thing. Sometimes it is worth it but sometimes you lose. It always depends on you. 
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  • Alice K.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Eleanor and Mitch 😍😍😍 What a couple!! ❤
    Reviewed in Germany on December 3, 2020
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    DAMN! Monica Murphy! What have you done to me???
    I ABSOLUTELY FELL IN LOVE WITH ELEANOR AND MITCH!
    Well Rate A Date is a WONDERFUL addition to the Dating Series! Another wonderful couple, another great story full of everything I ABSOLUTELY LOVE in a romance book!!!
    Their story was SO DAMN HOT! DAMN! And sooooooo romantic!!! *swoon alert*
    And I just loved Eleanor and Mitch right from the beginning! God! Their special chemistry! I got goose bumps everywhere while I read their story!! Awwww! I LOVED IT!!!
    Well Eleanor tries out a dating app and meets Mitch. It's the perfect start to a beauuuutiful love story! You should read it!!! Now! Go get your copy! You don't wanna miss out! Trust me!
    OMG and talking about high expectations! LOL Thanks Monica Murphy! Now I really wanna find the right guy too!
    Oh and I had a special connection to Eleanor right from the start because we have a lot in common!!! That was awesome too!
    All in all I really really really loved this book!!!
    And it wasn't that bad that I read Wedding Date before Rate A Date. ;)
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  • Jillian Maclean
    3.0 out of 5 stars Not For Me
    Reviewed in Canada on December 29, 2020
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    I wanted to like this book, but I just didn’t. There was nothing overtly bad about. Unfortunately, there was some intangible quality that kept me on edge (and not in a good way) and prevented me from relaxing into the book. Something always came up that made me resist the story, be it a character I thought sounded like a jerk or a behaviour that I just couldn’t get on board with.

    This was my first book by this author. If you have liked her previous work, you might well like this one. Perhaps it’s a stylistic preference. Regrettably, I disliked this book enough that I don’t plan on exploring this author’s other works.
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  • Kindle Customer
    4.0 out of 5 stars I enjoyed this book
    Reviewed in Australia on December 30, 2021
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    I enjoyed this story about Eleanor Murray and Mitch Anderson. I enjoyed their journey to them finding their happy ever after.
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  • Kindle Customer
    3.0 out of 5 stars Predictable story
    Reviewed in Canada on October 22, 2020
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    Just a note. I was enjoying the story until I realized that Mitch's back story about his family changed. In one part his mom moved himself and his brother around a lot until they moved in with his grandparents and in the next part he has a sister who has kids and his parts were encouraging him with his education.
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