Reviews

Hani and Ishu's Guide to Fake Dating by Adiba Jaigirdar

blackberryreads's review against another edition

4.0

This got me out of a reading slump!! Such a real and important book, surprisingly realistic for a fake dating story. The writing style was immaculate, plus everyone knows I’m a sucker for enemies to lovers. Both characters were flawed yet likable, especially Ishu. Idk if I want to be her or date her

ahhnomzilla's review against another edition

funny hopeful lighthearted relaxing fast-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

4.0

ganiara's review against another edition

emotional hopeful inspiring 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

5.0

this is one of the books that has the same effect as a warm hug: comforting and familiar

humphrey_hedgy's review against another edition

5.0

Its a beautiful story, showcases real people with real depth. 
I feel really seen by this story, as an Asian immigrant in the UK who identifies as a bi woman, I feel less alone in my struggles. But at the same time, very sad. Sad that this is unfortunately true for many.

I really appreciated that there isnt a neat little bow to wrap everything up. It makes it real. Because it is impossible to expect people like Aisling to sudden turn out to be understanding.

bnwolgamot's review against another edition

4.75

I loved the development of Hani and Ishu’s relationship, and I also loved the evolution of their relationships with their families, and the consequent devolution of the friendship with Aisling and Dee (who can SUCK IT)

huntea's review against another edition

funny lighthearted reflective fast-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

4.5

rosatulipan's review against another edition

3.0

3.5!
This is the first book I've read in almost one sitting for a while now, and it was really sweet and necessary.

lindseyam's review against another edition

3.0

★★★ ½

a cute sapphic romance with good bit of typical romance tropes.. which is exactly what i wanted so!! not many complaints on that front besides i wish their first kiss felt more romantic/well written instead of feeling so forced and focused on making this ‘romcom’ type moment

anyways! i <3 heart ishu so bad.. like that’s my new fictional gf guys

stillmonster's review against another edition

4.0

finished reading at almost 6am bc i couldnt breathe so i just woke up and started reading to keep my congested self alive (barely managed)

THIS WAS SO CUTE!!! frustrating as all hell at times (aisling im looking at your stupid ass) and pining-esque at others (the double pov just brought it all together tbh) but SO SO CUTE!!! i loved reading about their cultures, their differences, their quirks, their Head Empty Love Girl Only™️ thoughts, their habits, their little love gestures…

it was definitely a cozy book (for the most part! beware of the Biphobia/Lesbiphobia and Ignorance with a side of very obvious Racism+Islamophobia) that touched upon lots of subjects and kept me wanting for more. Give me more IsHani content pls

pandoramedusa's review against another edition

5.0

The ending realy got me