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3.98 AVERAGE
3.98 AVERAGE
emotional
funny
medium-paced
emotional
funny
hopeful
medium-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
emotional
funny
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
These characters were delightful and so filthy. Benjamin and his ropes? WHEW! I loved the plus size rep and the love for friends and the family of create for yourself.
emotional
funny
lighthearted
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:
Yes
emotional
funny
lighthearted
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
The male voice actor was awful book was so .5 stars off
emotional
funny
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
emotional
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
4.5 stars
After a long-ass work week this book proved to be the perfect antidote (the manhwa I read at the same time also helped but let's give this book the credit). I did listen to this on audio which helped - I think the two narrators are my favorites now.
I did go into this book with high expectations after really liking Dr. Dil. I liked Dr. Dil so much that I decided to jump straight into this book - which is rare for me as I like giving author's a break so that the writing tropes dont get stale. Thankfully, I found this book even better than the first.
I liked our lead couple - they had a chemistry. The romance really worked for me - the romance was fun but the macro plot worked well here as well. The shaddi saboteur storyline was much more successful than in book 1 - it tied into the couple's job well and added to the overall romance. There was a nice balance of silliness, comedy and seriousness. There is reference to desi culture, personal issues and hang-ups but none of this overwhelms the comedic tone of the book.
Looking forward to the next book in the series.
After a long-ass work week this book proved to be the perfect antidote (the manhwa I read at the same time also helped but let's give this book the credit). I did listen to this on audio which helped - I think the two narrators are my favorites now.
I did go into this book with high expectations after really liking Dr. Dil. I liked Dr. Dil so much that I decided to jump straight into this book - which is rare for me as I like giving author's a break so that the writing tropes dont get stale. Thankfully, I found this book even better than the first.
I liked our lead couple - they had a chemistry. The romance really worked for me - the romance was fun but the macro plot worked well here as well. The shaddi saboteur storyline was much more successful than in book 1 - it tied into the couple's job well and added to the overall romance. There was a nice balance of silliness, comedy and seriousness. There is reference to desi culture, personal issues and hang-ups but none of this overwhelms the comedic tone of the book.
Looking forward to the next book in the series.
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Pregnancy, Cultural appropriation
I loved last year’s romantic comedy Dating Dr. Dil, and have not-so-patiently anticipated the second in her Shakespeare-inspired series, Tastes Like Shakkar. It. Did. Not. Disappoint. In fact, I think I liked it even more, which is definitely saying something. Bobbi and Benjamin (Bunty) are adorable and have the best dynamic. This book was spicier than I had assumed it would be (which is never a bad thing). The aunties were amazing and hilarious and so very loving. If you haven’t read Dating Dr. Dil, I definitely think you should, and then grab this one also. You won’t be disappointed!
Special thanks to Net Galley and Avon and Harper Voyager Publishing for providing an advanced reviewer copy to me in exchange for my honest review and opinion!
Special thanks to Net Galley and Avon and Harper Voyager Publishing for providing an advanced reviewer copy to me in exchange for my honest review and opinion!