A review by 100_pages_hr
First Love, Take Two by Sajni Patel

reflective 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

4.75

This was an amazing book. I loved getting more time with Preeti. After reading The Trouble with Hating You I was expecting a dual narrator experience and at first I was disappointed, but I ended up loving the voice in this one. 

Own Voices books are my new favorite romance. Patel writes this so well as she infuses her culture into her books. I love learning the culture while becoming engrossed in the story. 

Preeti's story was so relatable for me on some levels. I'm not Indian, but I did grow up in a very conservative background that often had judgemental people. I loved watching Preeti become stronger and more willing to stand up for herself.

I really appreciated the anxiety awareness in this book. This could be a trigger for some, but for me it made me feel seen and I don't even suffer near the level of panic and anxiety as Preeti. Her character was so believable and realistically flawed.

I loved Daniel. He is everything you want in a book boyfriend. He takes amazing Cate of Preeti in so many ways. 

Truthfully this review doesn't do the book justice. It was amazing. 

I received an advanced copy of this book through NetGalley. This is my honest review.
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