First Love, Take Two by Sajni Patel

Hi everyone!   First Love, Take Two is the second in the author’s The Trouble With Hating You romance series but can certainly be read as a standalone. It publishes on September 21, 2021.

Plot Summary

Preeti Patel is a bright young woman on the verge of becoming a doctor. As if life wasn’t stressful enough trying to complete her residency and find a job, but Preeti also needs to find a new place to live. Being the only child of a traditional South Asian family has been always been stressful and Preeti has learned the impact of the gossip that goes on in her community.

Preeti is relieved to be offered the use of an apartment near the hospital for a couple of months.  There is a major drawback, however.  She needs to share this space with her ex-boyfriend Daniel who isn’t aware of why Preeti suddenly broke up with him six years ago.  They are still attracted to one another.  Moreover, she still feels he is perfect for her and she knows Daniel feels the same way.  But is this enough for the two to stand up to their families and fight for the relationship they truly want.

Book Review

This was a sweet, yet slightly steamy, second-chance romance story.  The characters were well developed and likeable and the story was entertaining. I appreciated that there was a discussion of anxiety and touch aversion in the book which helps to normalize this disorder. The discussion of the culture and family issues that often face the first generation born in a new country was interesting and reflective of what I’ve heard from others in this community.

What was most enjoyable about this book was the fierceness of Preeti’s love for Daniel.  Six years after their breakup, and with much more life experience, Preeti now shows the confidence she needs to fight for her man. Who doesn’t love a strong female character?

Audiobook Review

I listened to the audiobook version of First Love Take Two which was narrated by Soneela Nankani.  She provides an enthusiastic and authentic performance which was a pleasure to listen to.  I would not hesitate to recommend this version of the book for those that appreciate this format.

What I Liked:

• The multicultural aspect of this second chance romance
• The discussion of anxiety and touch aversion
• The strong, intelligent female protagonist.

I Recommend This Book To:

Those readers who enjoy multicultural romance stories.

My Rating:

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Acknowledgments:

Thank you to Hachette Audio and Netgalley for the advanced copy of this audiobook in exchange for the honest review provided here.

Similar Books I’ve Reviewed:

Accidentally Engaged by Farah Heron

The Dating Playbook by Farrah Rochon

The Dating Dare by Jayci Lee

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