Erste Eindrücke, zweite Chancen und das Problem mit der Liebe Die romantische Liebeskomödie für Fans von Elli C. Carlson Liya Thakkar ist erfolgreiche Biochemikerin, liebt Imbiss-Essen und ihr Leben als glücklicher Single. Deswegen sucht sie auch das Weite, als sie merkt, dass ihre Eltern eine Dinnerparty als Vorwand nutzen, um sie einem Mann vorzustellen, den sie heiraten soll. Und dann taucht ausgerechnet dieser Typ eine Woche später bei ihr auf der Arbeit auf. Er ist der Anwalt, der eingestellt wurde, um ihre angeschlagene Firma zu retten. Aber auch Jay Shah ist nicht allzu begeistert, Liya nach diesem demütigenden Fiasko beim Abendessen wiederzusehen. Der gutaussehende Anwalt ist es so gar nicht gewohnt, dass die Frauen vor ihm weglaufen. Als die beiden plötzlich zusammenarbeiten müssen, fliegen die Fetzen - und sprühen die Funken. Doch wenn sich Liya verliebt, bedeutet das, dass sie sich ihrer Vergangenheit stellen muss ... Wird sie wieder davonlaufen oder Jay eine Chance geben? Dies ist eine überarbeitete Neuauflage des bereits erschienenen Titels Alles, was ich an dir liebe. Erste Leserstimmen "Romantisch, lustig und überraschend tiefgründig!" "Liya und Jay sind zwei starke Protagonisten, deren Emotionen man tatsächlich nachempfinden kann." "Ein Liebesroman, der mit unglaublich viel Witz, Charme und Wärme erzählt ist - ein Highlight!" "Romantische Komödie zum Mitlachen, Mitfiebern und Schmetterlinge Mitfühlen."
Sajni Patel Bücher
Sajni Patel erschafft Welten, die sich auf starke indische Frauen konzentrieren, und schöpft dabei aus ihrer vielfältigen Erziehung und ihren kulturellen Erwartungen. Ihr Schreiben verbindet südlichen Flair mit einer einzigartigen Perspektive und bietet fesselnde Erzählungen, die oft die Tiefen gequälter Liebesgeschichten erforschen. Patel's unverwechselbare Stimme kommt zum Vorschein, wenn sie sich mit frischem Ansatz mit Themen wie Identität und Leidenschaft auseinandersetzt. Ihr Geschichtenerzählen ist tief in ihrem vielschichtigen Hintergrund verwurzelt und bietet den Lesern ein fesselndes und aufschlussreiches literarisches Erlebnis.






Knockout
- 360 Seiten
- 13 Lesestunden
A rising star in Muay Thai figures out what (and who) is worth fighting for in this #ownvoices YA debut full of heart.If seventeen-year-old Kareena Thakkar is going to alienate herself from the entire Indian community, she might as well do it gloriously. She’s landed the chance of a lifetime, an invitation to the US Muay Thai Open, which could lead to a spot on the first-ever Olympic team. If only her sport wasn’t seen as something too rough for girls, something she’s afraid to share with anyone outside of her family. Despite pleasing her parents, exceling at school, and making plans to get her family out of debt, Kareena’s never felt quite Indian enough, and her training is only making it worse.Which is inconvenient, since she’s starting to fall for Amit Patel, who just might be the world’s most perfect Indian. Admitting her feelings for Amit will cost Kareena more than just her pride–she’ll have to face his parents’ disapproval, battle her own insecurities, and remain focused for the big fight. Kareena’s bid for the Olympics could very well make history–if she has the courage to go for it.
First Love, Take Two
- 336 Seiten
- 12 Lesestunden
On the verge of realizing her dream of being a doctor, Preeti Patel should be ecstatic. But between the stress of her residency, trying to find a job, and managing her traditional, no-boundaries family, Preeti's anxiety is through the roof. Relationships and love aren't even an option. Fortunately, Preeti's finally found a new place to stay . . . only to discover that her new roommate is her ex.Preeti never quite got over Daniel Thompson. Super-hot, plenty of swagger, amazing cook—the guy is practically perfect. And if it weren't for their families, there might have been a happily ever after. But it's hard to keep her sanity and libido in check when the man of her dreams is sleeping mere feet away. Can Preeti and Daniel find a way to stand up and fight for each other one last time . . . before they lose their second chance?
The Trouble with Hating You
- 352 Seiten
- 13 Lesestunden
An #ownvoices debut novel about a fiercely independent Indian-American woman who defies tradition--including suitors approved by her parents--and ends up running away from the one who might turn out to be Mr. Right. Perfect for fans of Helen Hoang and Jasmine Guillory!
A fresh, witty rom-com romp set against the backdrop of a high-profile music competition and a riotous Indian wedding--now in paperback! Zurika Damani is a naturally gifted violinist with a particular love for hip-hop beats. But when you're part of a big Indian family, everyone has expectations, and those certainly don't include hip-hop violin. After being rejected by Juilliard, Zuri's last hope is a contest judged by a panel of top tier college scouts. The only problem? This coveted competition happens to take place during Zuri's sister's extravagant wedding week. And Zuri has already been warned, repeatedly, that she is not to miss a single moment. In the midst of the chaos, Zuri's mom is in matchmaking mode with the groom's South African cousin Naveen--who just happens to be a cocky vocalist set on stealing Zuri's spotlight at the scouting competition. Luckily Zuri has a crew of loud and loyal female cousins cheering her on. Now, all she has to do is wow the judges for a top spot, evade getting caught by her parents, resist Naveen's charms, and, oh yeah . . . not mess up her sister's big fat Indian wedding. What could possibly go wrong?
Together, Apart
- 272 Seiten
- 10 Lesestunden
A collection of original contemporary love stories set during life in lockdown by some of today's most popular YA authors. Erin Craig "delivers" on a story about a new girl in town and the cute pizza delivery boy, Auriane Desombre captures our hearts with teens communicating through window signs, and Bill Konigsberg takes us along on daily walks with every step bringing us closer to love. There's flirting and romance from Rachael Lippincott, a tale of a determined girl with a mask-making business from Erin Hahn, and a music-inspired love connection from Sajni Patel. Brittney Morris turns enemies to lovers with the help of a balcony herb garden, Jennifer Yen writes an unconventional romance that starts outside a hospital, and Natasha Preston's teens discover each other--and their love story--in a storybook oak tree.Romantic, realistic, sweet and uplifting, TOGETHER, APART is a collection of finding love in unexpected places during an unprecedented time . . . each with the one thing we all want: a guaranteed happy ending.
Unwilling to yield to familial expectations, an aspiring screenwriter attempts to pursue her dreams during an unforgettable night of chaos in this hilarious and heartfelt novel by Sajni Patel. Isha Patel is the black sheep of the family. She doesn’t have a “prestigious” degree or a “real” career, and her parents never fail to remind her. But that’s okay because she commiserates with her cousin, best friend, and fellow outcast, Rohan. When Isha has a breakthrough getting her script in front of producers, it doesn’t go according to plan. Instead of letting her dreams fall through the cracks, Rohan convinces her to snag a pitch session with an Austinite high-profile celeb: the one and only Matthew McConaughey, who also happened to be her professor at the University of Texas years ago—he has to remember her, right? Chasing Matthew McConaughey isn’t easy. Isha needs a drink or two to muster up courage, and she gets a little help from the cutest bartender she’s ever encountered. But when the search for the esteemed actor turns into a night of hijinks and unexpected—albeit fun—chaos, everything falls apart. Isha’s dreams seem farther than ever, but she soon realizes who she really needs to face and that her future may just be alright, alright, alright.
From the author of My Sister's Big Fat Indian Wedding comes this hilarious, smart, and swoon-worthy rom-com about two teens traveling to Dubai for Diwali In this hate-to-love teen rom-com from the author of My Sister's Big Fat Indian Wedding, Nikki, an aspiring photographer, accompanies her family on a trip to Dubai to celebrate the five days of Diwali in style. It should be the trip of a lifetime, if Yash, the boy next door--with whom Nikki has a rocky history--weren't on board. Oblivious to the tension, Nikki's matchmaking family encourages Nikki to get better acquainted with Yash. Turns out a lot can change on a 12-hour flight beyond just continents. But can betrayals and conflicting ambitions be set aside long enough for the two teens to discover the true meaning of the Festival of Lights?
Set against a backdrop of Indian mythology, this feminist retelling of the Medusa myth reimagines the classic tale through the eyes of Circe. The story merges elements of young adult epic fantasy with rich cultural themes, offering a fresh perspective on well-known characters and narratives. This unique interpretation invites readers to explore empowerment and identity in a vibrant, mythological world.
