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bitterlina's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.25
There's a lot of deception in this book that didn't sit well with me and caused me to rate this book a bit low.
Though getting a peak into another culture was fascinating.
Though getting a peak into another culture was fascinating.
saraqal's review against another edition
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.5
i did not enjoy this book but i really wish i did. so unrealistic and rushed
meromenesko's review against another edition
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
colleengarrity's review against another edition
5.0
5 stars. this book was beautiful and you could tell so much love and emotion went into it. the story was handled with such care and it was executed so well.
i saw someone else mention this in a review, but this book is definitely in need of a movie adaptation!!!! i could vividly picture every scene playing out in my head and that's not something every book can convey to readers.
maya and the way she handled and approached her "curse" was handled with care by khawaja. she thought she didn't deserve anything good in life, and that's something i've grown up relating to, especially as someone who is also the daughter of a single mom.
maya and sarfaraz's journey to finding one another isn't perfect but it's unique in their own way. the way they care for one another outshines all. two people who believe they don't deserve love coming together and finding a partner in one another is beautiful.
i felt this book was so insightful to me, a white woman, and i appreciated every aspect of it. it was beautiful learning about a culture i hadn't known loads about and i just felt so immersed in the community within the book.
i was very thankful to have received an arc from netgalley in exchange for a review. i can't wait to purchase this book <3
i saw someone else mention this in a review, but this book is definitely in need of a movie adaptation!!!! i could vividly picture every scene playing out in my head and that's not something every book can convey to readers.
maya and the way she handled and approached her "curse" was handled with care by khawaja. she thought she didn't deserve anything good in life, and that's something i've grown up relating to, especially as someone who is also the daughter of a single mom.
maya and sarfaraz's journey to finding one another isn't perfect but it's unique in their own way. the way they care for one another outshines all. two people who believe they don't deserve love coming together and finding a partner in one another is beautiful.
i felt this book was so insightful to me, a white woman, and i appreciated every aspect of it. it was beautiful learning about a culture i hadn't known loads about and i just felt so immersed in the community within the book.
i was very thankful to have received an arc from netgalley in exchange for a review. i can't wait to purchase this book <3
mollified_moments's review against another edition
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Maya Mirza, convinced she's cursed in romance, is headed to Pakistan for an arranged marriage. But disaster strikes, leaving her stranded in Switzerland with a cynical lawyer, Sarfaraz. As they navigate mishaps and missed connections, Maya wonders if meeting Sarfaraz before her wedding is fate or misfortune. With secrets looming, Maya must decide if this unexpected detour could lead to something truly unexpected.
When I perused the reviews on Goodreads, I encountered a fair amount of criticism, particularly regarding the book's portrayal of a Halal romance. Some readers raised concerns about certain interactions in the book that may not align with their interpretation of Islamic principles regarding relationships and physical contact. It's important to acknowledge these differences in understanding while also respecting the author's intention to portray a variety of experiences within the Pakistani Muslim community.
Moving on to what I personally enjoyed about the book, I loved that *Maya's Law of Love* had Bollywood vibes and that the female main character (FMC) was a fan of K-dramas. It was a delightful surprise to see references to one of my personal favorite K-dramas, and I enjoyed how the book incorporated elements from it. The highlight of the book for me was the banter between Maya and Sarfaraz. Their enemies-to-lovers dynamic, along with their grumpy x sunshine personalities, led to some amusing situations and entertaining arguments. As they spent more time together, their bond grew stronger, and it was rewarding to see them support each other through various challenges.
However, there were some aspects that didn't quite work for me. While the male main character (MMC) was sweet, thoughtful, and attentive, he exhibited some concerning behaviors that felt like red flags. Additionally, I found the FMC to be overly naive and almost childish at times. Her tendency to attribute mundane life experiences to a supposed curse became tiresome over time, and after a while, I just wanted her to grow up, take responsibility, and be more accountable for her actions.
Despite these drawbacks, I still found *Maya's Law of Love* to be a charming read overall. I look forward to exploring more books by this author in the future.
When I perused the reviews on Goodreads, I encountered a fair amount of criticism, particularly regarding the book's portrayal of a Halal romance. Some readers raised concerns about certain interactions in the book that may not align with their interpretation of Islamic principles regarding relationships and physical contact. It's important to acknowledge these differences in understanding while also respecting the author's intention to portray a variety of experiences within the Pakistani Muslim community.
Moving on to what I personally enjoyed about the book, I loved that *Maya's Law of Love* had Bollywood vibes and that the female main character (FMC) was a fan of K-dramas. It was a delightful surprise to see references to one of my personal favorite K-dramas, and I enjoyed how the book incorporated elements from it. The highlight of the book for me was the banter between Maya and Sarfaraz. Their enemies-to-lovers dynamic, along with their grumpy x sunshine personalities, led to some amusing situations and entertaining arguments. As they spent more time together, their bond grew stronger, and it was rewarding to see them support each other through various challenges.
However, there were some aspects that didn't quite work for me. While the male main character (MMC) was sweet, thoughtful, and attentive, he exhibited some concerning behaviors that felt like red flags. Additionally, I found the FMC to be overly naive and almost childish at times. Her tendency to attribute mundane life experiences to a supposed curse became tiresome over time, and after a while, I just wanted her to grow up, take responsibility, and be more accountable for her actions.
Despite these drawbacks, I still found *Maya's Law of Love* to be a charming read overall. I look forward to exploring more books by this author in the future.
alattebooks's review against another edition
They kissed in public in Pakistan . I don’t think the author did their research cos ?????
pipettesandpages's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
stacyaj's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
moonlitchapters's review against another edition
3.0
Thank you NetGalley for sending me this arc in exchange for my honest review!
Rating 3 stars
This was a very cute slowburn, I enjoyed the characters for what they were and the storyline, though I felt like something was missing in this book. I can't put my finger on it, but it just felt... a little flat in some points. Still had fun reading!
Rating 3 stars
This was a very cute slowburn, I enjoyed the characters for what they were and the storyline, though I felt like something was missing in this book. I can't put my finger on it, but it just felt... a little flat in some points. Still had fun reading!