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kyeruhh's review against another edition
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
I enjoyed this but not as much as I enjoyed Dr. Dil. It was sweet and I liked the plot, but the writing was somewhat repetitive and I didn’t connect with the characters as much. There were also a few points where it was just OTT cheesy. That said, it did make me very excited for Veera and Deepak’s story.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Racism, Death of parent, and Fatphobia
readingwithtemperance's review
emotional
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
4.0
Such a good sequel! I loved the chemistry between Benjamin and Bobbi.
The food had my mouth WATERING. And I loved all of the wedding planning details.
The mystery was also so great! I loved the aunties role in unvieling who was sabatoging.
My only complaint is that I wish we got to see Prem and Kareena be married/hear the speaches and see the sweet moments. It made me a little sad that we didn't get to.
The food had my mouth WATERING. And I loved all of the wedding planning details.
The mystery was also so great! I loved the aunties role in unvieling who was sabatoging.
My only complaint is that I wish we got to see Prem and Kareena be married/hear the speaches and see the sweet moments. It made me a little sad that we didn't get to.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism, Sexual content, and Fatphobia
Moderate: Death of parent and Body shaming
mari1532's review
emotional
funny
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
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I checked this audiobook out of my library.
Brief Summary: A modern retelling of Much Ado About Nothing, this book follows Bobbi Kaur an excellent wedding planner who is determined to put all of her skills on display for her best friend's wedding. There are just two problems with her plan. The first is that she has to work with the best man, Bunty Padda who after an awkward and insulting encounter with Bobbi months ago she cannot stand to be around. The second and much bigger problem is that someone is out to sabotage her best friend's wedding.
As Bobbi tries to keep her cool and give her friend the wedding of her dreams, she must also navigate her family drama and the feelings she is developing for Bunty. However, Bobbi might be her own worst enemy.
Thoughts: I enjoyed this book so much. Bobbi is such a lovable and relatable character. Her type A personality that is driven to success and has issues asking for help made me feel so seen. I also loved how Sharma was able to make her both driven and confident and have insecurities too. It made Bobbi feel well-rounded and like a friend, I would love to have.
I also really enjoyed Bunty as a character. He was dynamic and the way that he was self-reflective enough to realize where and when he makes mistakes was incredibly hot. I also really loved how he developed his relationship with Bobbi throughout the book. The enemies-to-lovers dynamic led to some steamy scenes!
I also really loved the friendship dynamics of both Bobbi and Bunty within their friend groups. I also really enjoyed that Bobbi mentioned that Kareena's (Dating Dr. Dill; best friend who is having the wedding) sister is awful in this book. One of my biggest complaints in the first book was how terrible Kareena's sister was to her and I appreciated that Sharma looped back to that storyline to acknowledge that someone in Kareena's life felt the same way I did as a reader.
The mystery aspect of this book was also really entertaining. I spent so much of the book trying to guess who the culprit was and the climax of that plot line was awesome and so well written.
I would highly recommend this book for any lover of romance!
I checked this audiobook out of my library.
Brief Summary: A modern retelling of Much Ado About Nothing, this book follows Bobbi Kaur an excellent wedding planner who is determined to put all of her skills on display for her best friend's wedding. There are just two problems with her plan. The first is that she has to work with the best man, Bunty Padda who after an awkward and insulting encounter with Bobbi months ago she cannot stand to be around. The second and much bigger problem is that someone is out to sabotage her best friend's wedding.
As Bobbi tries to keep her cool and give her friend the wedding of her dreams, she must also navigate her family drama and the feelings she is developing for Bunty. However, Bobbi might be her own worst enemy.
Thoughts: I enjoyed this book so much. Bobbi is such a lovable and relatable character. Her type A personality that is driven to success and has issues asking for help made me feel so seen. I also loved how Sharma was able to make her both driven and confident and have insecurities too. It made Bobbi feel well-rounded and like a friend, I would love to have.
I also really enjoyed Bunty as a character. He was dynamic and the way that he was self-reflective enough to realize where and when he makes mistakes was incredibly hot. I also really loved how he developed his relationship with Bobbi throughout the book. The enemies-to-lovers dynamic led to some steamy scenes!
I also really loved the friendship dynamics of both Bobbi and Bunty within their friend groups. I also really enjoyed that Bobbi mentioned that Kareena's (Dating Dr. Dill; best friend who is having the wedding) sister is awful in this book. One of my biggest complaints in the first book was how terrible Kareena's sister was to her and I appreciated that Sharma looped back to that storyline to acknowledge that someone in Kareena's life felt the same way I did as a reader.
The mystery aspect of this book was also really entertaining. I spent so much of the book trying to guess who the culprit was and the climax of that plot line was awesome and so well written.
I would highly recommend this book for any lover of romance!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcohol, Abandonment, Racism, Bullying, Sexual content, and Religious bigotry
tanvi45's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
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
3.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Body shaming and Racism
heather667's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
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
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Racism
Minor: Grief, Body shaming, Death, Death of parent, Abandonment, Bullying, Fatphobia, Misogyny, Pregnancy, and Sexism
abby_can_read's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
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
5.0
📖
I had an excellent time reading this book. I think it was a good sequel and I enjoyed it as much as the previous volume. The characters were great and their relationships were solid. The writing style kept me interested and I enjoyed the plot.
I had an excellent time reading this book. I think it was a good sequel and I enjoyed it as much as the previous volume. The characters were great and their relationships were solid. The writing style kept me interested and I enjoyed the plot.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Racism, and Fatphobia
Moderate: Death of parent and Body shaming
takarakei's review
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I read the first book in this series so long ago that I didn't remember much of the prior interactions between Bobbi and Bunty (which start in book 1) so I wish that the beginning of this book had built up their relationship a bit more. Once we got into their relationship though they had a good dynamic and some good banter (mostly over text tho cause Bunty is often on the west coast for business). I loved how Bunty was always feeding Bobbi, making sure she ate well (food as a love language).
Bobbi is planning her bff's Desi wedding (Kareena and Prem from book 1) and Bunty is friends with the couple as well. But someone is trying to sabotage the wedding and Bobbi is dealing with all these mishaps along the way. This story line added a bit to the book, but it was also a tad silly in places. Both Bobbi and Bunty are next in line to family businesses (one wants that and the other does not) and so they are often dealing complex family dynamics related to that.
Spice: 4/5, kink positive
Bobbi is planning her bff's Desi wedding (Kareena and Prem from book 1) and Bunty is friends with the couple as well. But someone is trying to sabotage the wedding and Bobbi is dealing with all these mishaps along the way. This story line added a bit to the book, but it was also a tad silly in places. Both Bobbi and Bunty are next in line to family businesses (one wants that and the other does not) and so they are often dealing complex family dynamics related to that.
Spice: 4/5, kink positive
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Fatphobia and Racism
Minor: Body shaming and Death of parent
Bobbi is fat but very comfortable in her body and Bunty loves it as well. But Bobbi refers to past instances when she's been fat/body shamedjessicalarson125's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Fatphobia and Racism
Minor: Death of parent
cheypreston's review
emotional
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
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? No
3.75
Content Warnings
Moderate: Racism and Fatphobia
babeinlibrary's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
mysterious
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? It's complicated
4.75
Taste like a banger with Bobbie and Benty! There is no second book sleeper over here...Nisha Sharma ate down with this one.
I knew I would adore this one but I was taken by surprised when I realized there was a cozy mystery element to this one. I would say Taste like Shakkar would be perfect for readers who enjoyed Dial A for Aunties... there are meddling aunties, delightful banter and delicious references to food. Also the spice was bumped up a chilli pepper or two from the last.
Nisha addressed some topics head on in here like fatphobia, familial obligations vs personal wants, and societal pressures on women.
I can't wait to read the third installment!
I knew I would adore this one but I was taken by surprised when I realized there was a cozy mystery element to this one. I would say Taste like Shakkar would be perfect for readers who enjoyed Dial A for Aunties... there are meddling aunties, delightful banter and delicious references to food. Also the spice was bumped up a chilli pepper or two from the last.
Nisha addressed some topics head on in here like fatphobia, familial obligations vs personal wants, and societal pressures on women.
I can't wait to read the third installment!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Racism and Fatphobia