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Love Marriage

Monica Ali
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Love Marriage

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2022

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Monica Ali

Love Marriage

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2022
Book Details
Pages

432

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Romance

British Literature

Indian Literature
Setting

London • Contemporary

Theme
Family
Publication Year

2022

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Love Marriage by Monica Ali, individuals navigate cultural expectations and personal desires in the context of relationships and family dynamics. The story explores themes of love, identity, and societal pressures, focusing on the experiences of two families brought together by an engagement. The narrative delves into personal growth and understanding across generational and cultural divides.

Emotional

Contemplative

Romantic

Bittersweet

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

4.1

25,918 ratings

74%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Monica Ali's Love Marriage has been well-received for its insightful exploration of cultural dynamics and family complexities. Critics praise the nuanced character development and Ali's engaging narrative style. However, some note a convoluted plot that occasionally hinders pacing. Overall, it offers a compelling look at contemporary relationships.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Love Marriage?

A reader who enjoys Love Marriage by Monica Ali would likely appreciate complex family dynamics, cultural identity exploration, and contemporary societal themes. Fans of Jhumpa Lahiri’s The Namesake and Zadie Smith’s White Teeth may find this novel similarly engaging and insightful.

4.1

25,918 ratings

74%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

432

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Romance

British Literature

Indian Literature
Setting

London • Contemporary

Theme
Family
Publication Year

2022

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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