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3.72 AVERAGE
3.72 AVERAGE
For a romance novel, I wasn’t sure I’d enjoy it as much as I did! Reading it to prepare for the Girly Book Club’s virtual retreat this upcoming weekend and I crushed it in a couple sittings! So good. If you like romcom movies, this one is for you. I don’t know how unique it is compared to other romance novels, but it hits on a lot of topics that we can relate to. Loss. Love. Race. Culture. Family.
If you want a quick read, or a little romcom drama action, pick this up!
If you want a quick read, or a little romcom drama action, pick this up!
Definitely the least favorite of my books for the end of the year. I truly have no notes. “Ties That Tether” was suggested because it features a Nigerian woman in an interracial relationship in Canada. However, that’s where the similarities ended. You could tell it was the author’s first book by the lack of creativity in the adjectives. It was another sweet, office romance. And of course, I love seeing Nigerian culture featured in literature but it was kind of like a caricature of the experience.
I finished this in one day! Perfect touch of love, banter and of course...family drama. A light read that will not disappoint!
Honoring your culture while staying true to your heart. Ties That Tether did a beautiful job of showing the many forms of grief and the bonds that tie us to promises made to people who have passed that prevent us from truly living.
The author did a great job of showing us the Nigerian culture and all the emotions that surface when moving to a new culture. The MFC annoyed me at times even though I understood her journey of respecting traditional family boundaries while trying to navigate the modern world. But I did want to yell at her mother the whole time!! My heart went out the MMC while he was processing his own grief while trying to be respectful of the MFC customs.
There was passion, and one scene with a bit of spice, the rest was closed door. There was a smidge of humor, and I loved all the movie references. Overall, I thought it was a good romance book with an unexpected pregnancy trope.
The author did a great job of showing us the Nigerian culture and all the emotions that surface when moving to a new culture. The MFC annoyed me at times even though I understood her journey of respecting traditional family boundaries while trying to navigate the modern world. But I did want to yell at her mother the whole time!! My heart went out the MMC while he was processing his own grief while trying to be respectful of the MFC customs.
There was passion, and one scene with a bit of spice, the rest was closed door. There was a smidge of humor, and I loved all the movie references. Overall, I thought it was a good romance book with an unexpected pregnancy trope.
This was a really great novel that had so many elements I look for in novels these days - a romance, family drama, strong cultural components, and a big dilemma.
Azere is a Nigerian woman living in Canada. In her mid to late twenties, her mother is convinced that without her help, Azere will end up single for the rest of her life. However, Azere can't just commit to any man - the man Azere dates and ultimately marries must be Edo, per a promise she made to her father on his deathbed when she was just twelve years old.
Though Azere also desperately wants to marry an Edo man, the men her mother sets her up with are often stuck in Nigeria expecting Azere to simply cook, clean, and raise children. Azere wants more from life and knows that she deserves it.
After a particularly bad date, Azere grabs a drink in a hotel lobby and strikes up a conversation with an attractive (non-Edo) man. One thing leads to another and Azere breaks her vow to herself - she has a one night stand with a white man.
Things take a turn when that same man walks into Azere's place of work just a month later as the firm's newest hire. And when Azere realizes she's pregnant, she risks losing her family, her identity, a shot at love, and everything she's worked for.
I generally enjoy the romance trope where a duo has a sexy one night stand and then later reunite in an awkward way, typically at work. This was well done for the storyline and Azere's pregnancy and vow not to be with a white man really upped the ante.
I loved the RomCom references scattered throughout the novel and thought they added a fun element to an otherwise pretty serious situation.
The cultural references throughout and Azere's commitment to her heritage was really important and well done. I loved learning about Nigeria and some of the Edo customs such as traditions with food and weddings, colorful attire, and treatment of women. Watching Azere navigate her conflicting identities - Nigerian and Canadian - felt authentic. It was heartbreaking seeing her lose loved ones over difficult choices and understanding that in some cultures, people really are required to make those sacrifices.
Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed this novel and I look forward to more by Igharo. I recommend this read for anyone who enjoys a fun romance novel with substance.
Azere is a Nigerian woman living in Canada. In her mid to late twenties, her mother is convinced that without her help, Azere will end up single for the rest of her life. However, Azere can't just commit to any man - the man Azere dates and ultimately marries must be Edo, per a promise she made to her father on his deathbed when she was just twelve years old.
Though Azere also desperately wants to marry an Edo man, the men her mother sets her up with are often stuck in Nigeria expecting Azere to simply cook, clean, and raise children. Azere wants more from life and knows that she deserves it.
After a particularly bad date, Azere grabs a drink in a hotel lobby and strikes up a conversation with an attractive (non-Edo) man. One thing leads to another and Azere breaks her vow to herself - she has a one night stand with a white man.
Things take a turn when that same man walks into Azere's place of work just a month later as the firm's newest hire. And when Azere realizes she's pregnant, she risks losing her family, her identity, a shot at love, and everything she's worked for.
I generally enjoy the romance trope where a duo has a sexy one night stand and then later reunite in an awkward way, typically at work. This was well done for the storyline and Azere's pregnancy and vow not to be with a white man really upped the ante.
I loved the RomCom references scattered throughout the novel and thought they added a fun element to an otherwise pretty serious situation.
The cultural references throughout and Azere's commitment to her heritage was really important and well done. I loved learning about Nigeria and some of the Edo customs such as traditions with food and weddings, colorful attire, and treatment of women. Watching Azere navigate her conflicting identities - Nigerian and Canadian - felt authentic. It was heartbreaking seeing her lose loved ones over difficult choices and understanding that in some cultures, people really are required to make those sacrifices.
Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed this novel and I look forward to more by Igharo. I recommend this read for anyone who enjoys a fun romance novel with substance.
I quite enjoyed this book and related a lot to Igharo's overarching ideas of family, love, relationships, ethnicity, and IDENTITY. Azare's relationship with her mother resonated DEEPLY for me, as our mother's are often our biggest source of conflict and identity. We learn and internalize a great deal from our mothers and as much as it's deemed a blessing, it in MANY ways can be a barrier. Something that can interfere with the pathway that we are on. This book is powerful in many ways a keep one being, honesty. As the main character, she is front and center on display, emotions and all. She in so many ways was brave, more than she understood. I applaud her openness with Rafael, it was refreshing to read a book with consistence even while pained, communication. I loved their honesty and Rafael's transparent and undying love for her. I blew through this book and need to own my own copy to read it again. Would definitely recommend to a friend.
NetGalley ARC | Ties That Tether is one of my new favorite romances of 2020. I devoured this book in a single afternoon.
A beautiful story about love and heritage, Igharo examines the internal and external battles interracial couples face. Azere is a strong and powerful woman who cannot say no to her family. Readers learn more about Nigerian culture just as Rafael does, and you’ll find yourself cheering for them both.
You can find my full review on The Uncorked Librarian here: https://www.theuncorkedlibrarian.com/september-2020-book-releases/
Thank you to NetGalley and the author/publisher for providing me with a free advanced copy in exchange for a fair and honest review.
A beautiful story about love and heritage, Igharo examines the internal and external battles interracial couples face. Azere is a strong and powerful woman who cannot say no to her family. Readers learn more about Nigerian culture just as Rafael does, and you’ll find yourself cheering for them both.
You can find my full review on The Uncorked Librarian here: https://www.theuncorkedlibrarian.com/september-2020-book-releases/
Thank you to NetGalley and the author/publisher for providing me with a free advanced copy in exchange for a fair and honest review.
I DO NOT CARE What yall say it is an amazing interracial couple now is Rafael isn’t the book boyfriend for me but he is sweet. Not too spicy but just enough if you need something light this book is great to pass the time the mom is hilarious and frustrating at the same time
This is more of a 3.5! I loved the interracial aspect and the difficulties that can come with it. I just wish that we got to learn more about our characters. The story barely broke the surface of who they really are.