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3.98 AVERAGE
3.98 AVERAGE
funny
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
2.5 ⭐️ Did not dnf, but there was scenes in which I felt like it. My main problem was really the sabotage, it was very fun in the beginning but the end just felt flat, the cousin wasn’t just naive, she was really stupid bc of what she did. It was not bad but that part really took a toll on my rating, however I’m still interested in really Veera story!
4.5 stars. This was soooooo good Nisha does it again!! I love their relationship and I just wanted MORE
dnf 34%. It has taken me over three weeks to make it 34% of the way through this book. I'm not connecting with the characters and the story isn't keeping me interested enough to want to read (I actually broke an almost 300 day reading streak because I did not want to pick this book back up). I need to move on and give other books a chance to be my focus. I may return to it in the future but I'm done for the foreseeable future. There was nothing offensive or anything particular that turned me off the book. it just didn't work for me.
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I thought I loved Dr. Dil, but that was before I read Tastles Like Shakkar. This was far and away one of my favorite contemporary romances ever. A Shakespeare inspired/Desi rom com is already fabulous and then Nisha had to go and base it on Much Ado About Nothing, my very favorite Shakespearean play. This gem has direct references and nods from Much Ado - from the opening love interest argument and banter to lines like "my mother cried when I was born." I MEAN. IT WAS THE BEST Y'ALL.
Bunty and Bobbi have such a sweet enemies-to-lovers story. I love their chemistry and relationship. As always with Nisha's books, she highlights relatable struggles and challenges. I loved these characters. I am not exaggerating when I say I loved everything about this book.
AND THAT EPILOGUE. I really really hope Nisha is able to continue this series. I am here for all the Shakespeare/Desi/Romance mash-ups foreverrrrr.
Bunty and Bobbi have such a sweet enemies-to-lovers story. I love their chemistry and relationship. As always with Nisha's books, she highlights relatable struggles and challenges. I loved these characters. I am not exaggerating when I say I loved everything about this book.
AND THAT EPILOGUE. I really really hope Nisha is able to continue this series. I am here for all the Shakespeare/Desi/Romance mash-ups foreverrrrr.
“Love is always better with cheese,”
I absolutely loved Dating Dr. Dil, so I’ve been so excited for this book and was so happy to get an ARC of it!
This book was just FUN. Periodically silly, very heartfelt FUN. You’ve got meddling aunties. Wedding hijinks. A mysterious saboteur. Two very cute couples. Delightful spice. What’s not to love?
The book also touches on the two struggling with familial expectations and boundaries, and I really enjoyed how it was handled. Seeing the two learn to speak up for themselves was so satisfying. I could completely understand where both were coming from in their commitment to their families, but also understood the need for boundaries. This was a book where every choice made made sense.
I so quickly was incredibly invested in Benjamin and Bobbi’s relationship. I desperately wanted them to work through the struggles of a potential long distance relationship, misunderstands, and hard to accept feelings. But what I loved most? The communication. GOD THE COMMUNICATION. These two actually talked about so many of their issues!!! In a romance novel!!! Imagine!!!! There was maybe ONE example of information being held back from the other, but it was understandable within the context. You give me a couple that communicates and I’m gonna love them - I’m a simple girl here.
In conclusion: you want a fun read with a sweet couple and fun family? Pick up Tastes Like Shakkar, you won’t be disappointed. I cannot WAIT for the next installment in the series!!
I absolutely loved Dating Dr. Dil, so I’ve been so excited for this book and was so happy to get an ARC of it!
This book was just FUN. Periodically silly, very heartfelt FUN. You’ve got meddling aunties. Wedding hijinks. A mysterious saboteur. Two very cute couples. Delightful spice. What’s not to love?
The book also touches on the two struggling with familial expectations and boundaries, and I really enjoyed how it was handled. Seeing the two learn to speak up for themselves was so satisfying. I could completely understand where both were coming from in their commitment to their families, but also understood the need for boundaries. This was a book where every choice made made sense.
I so quickly was incredibly invested in Benjamin and Bobbi’s relationship. I desperately wanted them to work through the struggles of a potential long distance relationship, misunderstands, and hard to accept feelings. But what I loved most? The communication. GOD THE COMMUNICATION. These two actually talked about so many of their issues!!! In a romance novel!!! Imagine!!!! There was maybe ONE example of information being held back from the other, but it was understandable within the context. You give me a couple that communicates and I’m gonna love them - I’m a simple girl here.
In conclusion: you want a fun read with a sweet couple and fun family? Pick up Tastes Like Shakkar, you won’t be disappointed. I cannot WAIT for the next installment in the series!!
I think I am obsessed with Nisha Sharma. She writes a story that I as a South Asian connected deeply with but still perfect as a contemporary romance for anyone. Bobbi was an amazing FMC that I enjoyed reading and I can't believe how Bunty was so scandalous. I loved this book and can't wait for the third book!
a really cute and fun read!!!!! I loved bobbi and benjamin’s banter along w their chemistry, this was such a slay
they were so cute and I loved their messages SMMMM
also loved seeing kareena and prem! the friendships in this were so great
I just wanted more at the end tbh
they were so cute and I loved their messages SMMMM
also loved seeing kareena and prem! the friendships in this were so great
I just wanted more at the end tbh