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sunset8305's review
3.0
I picked this up on a whim from the library, since I liked the author’s debut novel. Unfortunately, I was rather disappointed with this - my mind wandered throughout, and I contemplated leaving as unfinished a few times. It was a fairly predictable storyline, and rather cheesy at the end.
inoirita's review
4.0
Hana Khan is a 24 year old who works at a radio station and also the host of her own podcast, Ana's Brown Girl Rambles. Her family consisting of her parents, her sister and brother-in-law worked in their family restaurant, Three Sisters Biriyani Poutine. When Aydin Shah comes to the picture, Hana is pissed as he wants to destroy their family restaurant by building another halal restaurant in the same street. Torn between Aydin's charms and the need to save their restaurant, Hana decides to play dirty. But as she gets to know the enemy better, will she be able to keep her head straight for the prize? Hana Khan Carries On is bold, it throws a light on racism and hate crimes, has remarkable side characters who are extremely just as powerful and a perfect enemy to lovers trope. If you're looking for the perfect rom-com, along with an insightful look at the lives of Muslim immigrants, Hana Khan Carries On by @uzmajalaluddin is the perfect fit. Rating: 4.2/5⭐
zombiezami's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Hate crime, Gaslighting, Religious bigotry, Islamophobia, Racism, and Emotional abuse
Moderate: Chronic illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Stalking, Grief, Pregnancy, Mental illness, Outing, Car accident, Injury/Injury detail, Abandonment, Classism, and Sexism
Minor: Suicide attempt, Miscarriage, Racial slurs, Infertility, Medical content, Death, and Gun violence
estanceveyrac's review
5.0
Uzma Jalaluddin is exceeding my very high expectations once again.
Aydin is less swoony than Khalid, but this is not a Jane Austen adaptation....
Aydin is less swoony than Khalid, but this is not a Jane Austen adaptation....
nickstarr's review against another edition
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
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
3.5
julie2525's review against another edition
4.75
Almost perfect.
Wonderful You’ve Got Mail retelling. Ana and StanleyP become friends when Stanley comments on her podcast. Hana and Aydin meet when Aydin and his father storm into Hana’s mom’s restaurant to scope out, eat, and insult their future competition. The battle begins. Ana asks StanleyP for advice which she uses to thwart Aydin. This story is about a Muslim community in Toronto (including Islamophobia and intolerance), Hana’s and Aydin’s family, their jobs, and their growth.
Themes and tropes: Own voices (Canadian Muslim), enemies to lovers, crush, working women, crush, You've Got Mail retelling, fated mates
Wonderful You’ve Got Mail retelling. Ana and StanleyP become friends when Stanley comments on her podcast. Hana and Aydin meet when Aydin and his father storm into Hana’s mom’s restaurant to scope out, eat, and insult their future competition. The battle begins. Ana asks StanleyP for advice which she uses to thwart Aydin. This story is about a Muslim community in Toronto (including Islamophobia and intolerance), Hana’s and Aydin’s family, their jobs, and their growth.
Themes and tropes: Own voices (Canadian Muslim), enemies to lovers, crush, working women, crush, You've Got Mail retelling, fated mates
kristiebeeler's review against another edition
4.0
Absolutely loved this book!! Hope it becomes a movie or tv show!
jschwie2's review
5.0
Funny, smart, charming, and heart-warming, all rolled into one joyous book! Highly recommend. I immediately fell in love with the characters and finished the novel still wanting to know so much more about their lives and stories! This of one situation where I would be SO EXCITED if a sequel or prequel comes along...