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3.81 AVERAGE
3.81 AVERAGE
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
A heartwarming second chance romance that deals with racism, mental health and the stigma around it in desi communities, First Love, Take Two is the story of Daniel and Preeti, two ex lovers who're seeing each other again for the first time in 6 years and find that the spark that existed between them is still there.
I loved the tension between the characters as they see each other again after so long and try to deal with all the emotions that it brings up. Their break up was quite abrupt and a lot was left unexplained and I enjoyed seeing how that played into their current relationship.
The romance was also pretty sweet. There was an obvious connection between the characters and I loved reading about them!
However, I would've wanted some more of the romance and to understand more about why Preeti couldn't move on even 6 years later? It was cute, yes! But I think a bit more would've helped me understand the characters more and in doing so, love the book even more!
I really loved the plot and the pacing of the book. There were a lot of important topics discussed in this book and I loved how they were handled. There was a justifiable reason for the break up which didn't make me hate one person and we can see how the characters have grown in the 6 years and are dealing with issues that had ended up separating them back then.
I love seeing character growth and this is no exception. Even in the duration of the book, we can see how Preeti learns to stand up for herself and those she loves and do what is best for her and get what she wants. She is the kind of desi role model I wish to have and reading about her journey was a great experience!
Overall, this was an enjoyable book which talks about some important topics and I recommend it!
I loved the tension between the characters as they see each other again after so long and try to deal with all the emotions that it brings up. Their break up was quite abrupt and a lot was left unexplained and I enjoyed seeing how that played into their current relationship.
The romance was also pretty sweet. There was an obvious connection between the characters and I loved reading about them!
However, I would've wanted some more of the romance and to understand more about why Preeti couldn't move on even 6 years later? It was cute, yes! But I think a bit more would've helped me understand the characters more and in doing so, love the book even more!
I really loved the plot and the pacing of the book. There were a lot of important topics discussed in this book and I loved how they were handled. There was a justifiable reason for the break up which didn't make me hate one person and we can see how the characters have grown in the 6 years and are dealing with issues that had ended up separating them back then.
I love seeing character growth and this is no exception. Even in the duration of the book, we can see how Preeti learns to stand up for herself and those she loves and do what is best for her and get what she wants. She is the kind of desi role model I wish to have and reading about her journey was a great experience!
Overall, this was an enjoyable book which talks about some important topics and I recommend it!
emotional
funny
lighthearted
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
funny
lighthearted
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
emotional
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
This was a pretty down-to-earth romance. I liked that this was about repairing an old love, which I feel like I don't see that much in romance. I also liked how the third act conflict wasn't annoying and was more about the leads working together as a team to resolve a conflict, rather than miscommunicating and fighting. The male romantic lead felt a little too perfect. I think the author forgot to give him a flaw of any significance, other than maybe jumping to conclusions. In any case, gave me nice feelings. Would recommend.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Ableism, Bullying, Mental illness, Miscarriage, Panic attacks/disorders, Blood, Medical content, Gaslighting
Moderate: Racism, Sexual content, Pregnancy
Minor: Cancer, Infertility, Rape, Sexual assault, Vomit, Alcohol
romantic rejection, saneism
The only thing better than a Pride and Prejudice modernization is a Persuasion one. Ok, so I know this isn't a traditional modernization, but a modernization with a twist, and I absolutely loved it. We met Preeti in the first book and knew that this book would pull on my heartstrings, and it delivered.
Preeti grew up in a traditional Indian family and Daniel is black. Not only do you have racism present on her side, his father thinks that Preeti isn't good enough for Daneil either and doesn't have what it takes to survive in their lifestyle. He tells her she is basically garbage and because of the anxiety and issues it is causing on both sides, she leaves Daniel, but doesn't tell him why.
Fast forward six years, Daniel is back and needs a place to stay for a few weeks till his house is done. Preeti is also moving to the same apartment for a couple months till she can find an apartment on her own. The tension is so thick you can cut it with a knife. Daniel is determined to know why Preeti left him broken hearted and Preeti is determined to find closure. How do you find closure when you are still in love though?
It is clear, almost immediately that neither of them has fallen out of love with the other and their journey back to one another through communication and understanding is just fantastic. I fell in love with Daniel just as Preeti did. He is so loving, kind and patient. Preeti has a touch aversion and anxiety and Daniel knows exactly what to do. He proves over and over again that he never wants to leave her and will always be there for her.
I loved this one so much because it shows how, even though Daniel and Preeti say they will be together no matter who tries to persuade them otherwise, that there are still stuggles they have to go through and navigate so they can have the HEA they deserve.
Thank you to Sanji Patel, Grand Central Pub and Netgalley for an early copy.
Preeti grew up in a traditional Indian family and Daniel is black. Not only do you have racism present on her side, his father thinks that Preeti isn't good enough for Daneil either and doesn't have what it takes to survive in their lifestyle. He tells her she is basically garbage and because of the anxiety and issues it is causing on both sides, she leaves Daniel, but doesn't tell him why.
Fast forward six years, Daniel is back and needs a place to stay for a few weeks till his house is done. Preeti is also moving to the same apartment for a couple months till she can find an apartment on her own. The tension is so thick you can cut it with a knife. Daniel is determined to know why Preeti left him broken hearted and Preeti is determined to find closure. How do you find closure when you are still in love though?
It is clear, almost immediately that neither of them has fallen out of love with the other and their journey back to one another through communication and understanding is just fantastic. I fell in love with Daniel just as Preeti did. He is so loving, kind and patient. Preeti has a touch aversion and anxiety and Daniel knows exactly what to do. He proves over and over again that he never wants to leave her and will always be there for her.
I loved this one so much because it shows how, even though Daniel and Preeti say they will be together no matter who tries to persuade them otherwise, that there are still stuggles they have to go through and navigate so they can have the HEA they deserve.
Thank you to Sanji Patel, Grand Central Pub and Netgalley for an early copy.
emotional
funny
hopeful
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
Just break my heart. This was so sweet and beautiful. Daniel could have been an annoying alphahole but he was so self effacing that no wonder Pree was still in love! I wanted more Jay and Liya mentions, but that's because I'm still obsessed with them. We get a third one, right? Sana's story?
emotional
funny
hopeful
tense
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
Content Warnings
Minor: Miscarriage, Misogyny, Racism