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3.98 AVERAGE
3.98 AVERAGE
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
adventurous
hopeful
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
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This was my July book club pick. I was hesitant in starting it because it didn’t intrigue me after reading the summary and realizing I had to read The Henna Artist first. But after reading The Henna Artist I was hooked.
This book had a lot more drama and mystery which I enjoyed. We weren’t introduced to too many new characters so it made it easier to follow after reading the 1st book. The new characters that were introduced had enough background that they were easy to connect too. I loved the character growth of the MC’s and the updates.
I look forward to starting the final book of this series soon.
adventurous
inspiring
mysterious
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:
Complicated
I really enjoyed this second installment in the Jaipur trilogy, though not quite as much as the first. It was lovely to revisit beloved characters years later and even see how the less likeable ones have evolved.
This was an engaging story, though at times a touch predictable. The narration was lovely, as was the ending. I look forward to listening to The Perfumist of Paris.
This was an engaging story, though at times a touch predictable. The narration was lovely, as was the ending. I look forward to listening to The Perfumist of Paris.
Recommend Yes/No: Yes
My rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ [4/5]
My second book by Alka Joshi and once again I devoured this!
Thank you Alka, Harlequin publishing and NetGalley for an advanced copy of this book. I was lucky enough to read the Henna Artist shortly before so I didn’t have to wait long to get my fill of Lakshmi and Malik again!
Generally, I find the sequel in a series never lives up to the first book and I always come away disappointed. This did not disappoint at all! A great plot, the same charming characters with the addition of some interesting new ones. This flowed so nicely and was a great follow up to the The Henna Artist. More importantly, Alka filled in all the gaps for anyone who hasn’t read the previous book.
I loved hearing Malik’s point of view and also being reunited with Lakshmi. The introduction of the character of Nimmi further reinforces the role of strong women, a theme that continues in this book. More trials and tribulations and Lakshmi and her family put to the test once again. It was great to see how the characters turned out and how their past shaped them.
A brilliant sequel and as usual, I’m left wanting more! I can’t wait for the third book in the near future!
My rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ [4/5]
My second book by Alka Joshi and once again I devoured this!
Thank you Alka, Harlequin publishing and NetGalley for an advanced copy of this book. I was lucky enough to read the Henna Artist shortly before so I didn’t have to wait long to get my fill of Lakshmi and Malik again!
Generally, I find the sequel in a series never lives up to the first book and I always come away disappointed. This did not disappoint at all! A great plot, the same charming characters with the addition of some interesting new ones. This flowed so nicely and was a great follow up to the The Henna Artist. More importantly, Alka filled in all the gaps for anyone who hasn’t read the previous book.
I loved hearing Malik’s point of view and also being reunited with Lakshmi. The introduction of the character of Nimmi further reinforces the role of strong women, a theme that continues in this book. More trials and tribulations and Lakshmi and her family put to the test once again. It was great to see how the characters turned out and how their past shaped them.
A brilliant sequel and as usual, I’m left wanting more! I can’t wait for the third book in the near future!
[REVIEW] The Secret Keeper of Jaipur by Alka Joshi
Recommend Yes/No: Yes
My rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ [4/5]
My second book by Alka Joshi and once again I devoured this!
Thank you Alka, Harlequin publishing and NetGalley for an advanced copy of this book. I was lucky enough to read the Henna Artist shortly before so I didn’t have to wait long to get my fill of Lakshmi and Malik again!
Generally, I find the sequel in a series never lives up to the first book and I always come away disappointed. This did not disappoint at all! A great plot, the same charming characters with the addition of some interesting new ones. This flowed so nicely and was a great follow up to the The Henna Artist. More importantly, Alka filled in all the gaps for anyone who hasn’t read the previous book.
I loved hearing Malik’s point of view and also being reunited with Lakshmi. The introduction of the character of Nimmi further reinforces the role of strong women, a theme that continues in this book. More trials and tribulations and Lakshmi and her family put to the test once again. It was great to see how the characters turned out and how their past shaped them.
A brilliant sequel and as usual, I’m left wanting more! I can’t wait for the third book in the near future!
Recommend Yes/No: Yes
My rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ [4/5]
My second book by Alka Joshi and once again I devoured this!
Thank you Alka, Harlequin publishing and NetGalley for an advanced copy of this book. I was lucky enough to read the Henna Artist shortly before so I didn’t have to wait long to get my fill of Lakshmi and Malik again!
Generally, I find the sequel in a series never lives up to the first book and I always come away disappointed. This did not disappoint at all! A great plot, the same charming characters with the addition of some interesting new ones. This flowed so nicely and was a great follow up to the The Henna Artist. More importantly, Alka filled in all the gaps for anyone who hasn’t read the previous book.
I loved hearing Malik’s point of view and also being reunited with Lakshmi. The introduction of the character of Nimmi further reinforces the role of strong women, a theme that continues in this book. More trials and tribulations and Lakshmi and her family put to the test once again. It was great to see how the characters turned out and how their past shaped them.
A brilliant sequel and as usual, I’m left wanting more! I can’t wait for the third book in the near future!
adventurous
emotional
inspiring
mysterious
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:
No
slow-paced
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes