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Marriage & Masti by Nisha Sharma

4.0

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Nisha Sharma’s Marriage & Masti, the final book in her Shakespeare-inspired series, is an absolute delight that wraps up the trilogy with flair. This clever and swoony retelling of Twelfth Night is set against the backdrop of high-stakes NYC finance and features a heartfelt friends-to-lovers romance that evokes the charm of a Taylor Swift song. Nisha expertly combines romance tropes like “she falls first but he falls harder” with a touch of a (fake-but-real) marriage to create a story brimming with swoon-worthy and laugh-out-loud moments. The characters feel like a second family, making it bittersweet to say goodbye to their adventures. True to form, Nisha weaves in her South Asian heritage and themes of empowerment, sending a powerful message to brown women about maintaining high standards and knowing their worth. The novel’s blend of romance, sisterly love, and nods to Bollywood makes it both heartwarming and remarkable, showcasing Nisha’s growth and passion in her writing.