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amberinpieces's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
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
Moderate: Hate crime, Racial slurs, Religious bigotry, Xenophobia, Injury/Injury detail, Islamophobia, and Medical content
Minor: Gun violence
fandomsandfiction's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
What a precious story! Think Bollywood romcom drama with a spiritual twist, set during the Islamic holy month of Ramadan :D
Sara Sharaf Beg's debut novel Salaam, with Love is heart-warming, emotional and very relatable for a young Muslim woman like me. As sweet as kulfi, as comforting as biryani and as warm as a freshly brewed cup of chai, this is a story written in a way that anyone and everyone can enjoy, regardless of your religion or culture. ☕
For a first time author, it's not bad. The writing, pacing and timeline could use improvement. I noticed many inconsistencies among the plot (most of them subtle enough that many readers won't be bothered). The story holds several realistic emotions and real lived experiences, but it's viewed through the fantasy-coloured lens and romanticism of most YA fiction and desi dramas (so if that's what you're into, then this is the book for you!)
Sara Sharaf Beg's debut novel Salaam, with Love is heart-warming, emotional and very relatable for a young Muslim woman like me. As sweet as kulfi, as comforting as biryani and as warm as a freshly brewed cup of chai, this is a story written in a way that anyone and everyone can enjoy, regardless of your religion or culture. ☕
For a first time author, it's not bad. The writing, pacing and timeline could use improvement. I noticed many inconsistencies among the plot (most of them subtle enough that many readers won't be bothered). The story holds several realistic emotions and real lived experiences, but it's viewed through the fantasy-coloured lens and romanticism of most YA fiction and desi dramas (so if that's what you're into, then this is the book for you!)
Content Warnings
Moderate: Injury/Injury detail, Islamophobia, and Hate crime
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