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elderwoodreads's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
reflective
slow-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? It's complicated
3.5
Personally I found this better than the second book in the trilogy but worse than The Henna Artist. The Henna Artist captured me so strongly and I adored Lakshmi's story. I think this is a satisfying ending to everyone's stories but it did drag quite a bit for thr last hour of the audiobook. If you're on the fence about continuing after reading the second book I recommend at least trying this one out, I think it was worth my time.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Misogyny and Sexism
Minor: Toxic relationship, Infidelity, Racism, Pregnancy, Alcohol, Fatphobia, Death of parent, and Sexual content
betag1013's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
informative
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
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
4.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny, Alcohol, Classism, Sexism, Toxic friendship, Bullying, Death of parent, Infidelity, Pregnancy, Death, Grief, Toxic relationship, Sexual content, Terminal illness, Chronic illness, and Emotional abuse
teacupsandfirereads's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
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
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny
Moderate: Sexism
Minor: Infidelity
citruslimon's review against another edition
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Dementia and Infidelity
Minor: Xenophobia, Toxic friendship, Mental illness, Racism, and Misogyny
noble_editorial's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
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
4.5
This is the perfect conclusion to an incredible trilogy. I adore these stories, and Joshi has brought just as much energy to the third book as the first. We meet engaging new characters and get to visit with familiar and beloved ones. The rich settings depict Paris and India in a beautiful yet realistic light, and the prose caters to the senses in such an engaging way that I felt I could actually smell this story. The themes of evolving relationships, personal growth, and feminine power are continued in this final installment, although sometimes the messages within the narrative feel a little too pointed, where subtlety would have been better suited. Overall, this is a strong and satisfying conclusion to an outstanding family saga.
Are these books deep and literary? No. But the Jaipur Trilogy is classic women's fiction that is an absolute joy to read. These books are like a cozy hug after a bad day, and I will always love them for that.
Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Are these books deep and literary? No. But the Jaipur Trilogy is classic women's fiction that is an absolute joy to read. These books are like a cozy hug after a bad day, and I will always love them for that.
Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Content Warnings
Minor: Misogyny and Infidelity
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