“Sonali Dev is unparalleled in the world of romantic fiction. Bursting with energy, color and vibrant characters, this novel is a delicious roller coaster of complex emotion, insight, family, and fun.”

—Kristan Higgins, New York Times bestselling author

“Dev adroitly addresses matters of racism, classism, rape culture, and immigrant experiences in this entertaining contemporary story. A complex and riveting work.”

—Publishers Weekly

“This book kept me up till three a.m. Sonali writes characters who are complicated and passionate individuals with vivid emotions—sometimes I want to yell at them and sometimes I want to hug them, but always, I want to know their story. Made my heart clench and my breath catch. I can’t wait for the next chapter of the Raje family.”

—Nalini Singh, New York Times bestselling author

“Dev has a gorgeous, lyric quality to her writing voice that she somehow manages to blend seamlessly with sharp humor and comedy, and I absolutely loved it. I really enjoyed meeting the Raje family—a truly delightful read.”

—Suzanne Brockmann, New York Times bestselling author

“Faces such issues as cultural assimilation, familial forgiveness, and medical ethics head-on. . . . Mouthwatering . . . Ideal for romantics and foodies alike.”

—Booklist

“A vibrant multicultural feast written with a taste for the true nature of the American stew—not a mush of indecipherable flavors but a celebration of its many ingredients. Sonali Dev is a fresh, unique, and wise voice in women’s fiction.”

—Barbara O’Neal, Wall Street Journal and #1 Amazon Charts bestselling author of When We Believed in Mermaids

“This sumptuous novel is rich with complicated personal and family conflicts, mouthwatering food, and the contrast of wealthy vs. modest in a sophisticated urban setting. Dev has a well-deserved reputation for excellence in multicultural women’s fiction and fans are certain to love this latest.”

—Shelf Awareness

“This book is delicious! A window into a beautifully rich family and cultural life, and romance that made our hearts glow, Dev reminded us again why she has a place of honor on our bookshelves!”

—Christina Lauren, New York Times bestselling author

Also by Sonali Dev

Incense and Sensibility

Recipe for Persuasion

Pride, Prejudice, and Other Flavors

A Distant Heart

A Change of Heart

The Bollywood Bride

A Bollywood Affair

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