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When Dimple Met Rishi

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2017

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Sandhya Menon

When Dimple Met Rishi

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2017
Book Details
Pages

400

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

San Francisco, California • Contemporary

Publication Year

2017

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-17 years

Lexile Level

HL700L

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Super Short Summary

When Dimple Met Rishi by Sandhya Menon follows the story of Dimple, an ambitious Indian-American teen eager to attend a summer tech program in San Francisco, and Rishi, who attends the same program to meet his potential arranged marriage partner. Despite their initial misunderstanding, they form a strong bond, navigating cultural expectations and personal aspirations while working on a project together.

Romantic

Humorous

Heartwarming

Playful

Inspirational

Reviews & Readership

4.0

56,515 ratings

61%

Loved it

27%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

When Dimple Met Rishi by Sandhya Menon is a charming YA romance that blends humor and cultural traditions. Positive reviews highlight the lively characters, engaging dialogue, and thoughtful exploration of identity. Criticisms point to occasional predictability and uneven pacing. Overall, it's praised for its heartfelt and refreshing take on arranged marriages.

Who should read this

Who Should Read When Dimple Met Rishi?

Readers who would enjoy When Dimple Met Rishi by Sandhya Menon are typically fans of contemporary YA romance with diverse characters and cultural themes. If you loved To All the Boys I've Loved Before by Jenny Han or Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda by Becky Albertalli, this book’s blend of humor, love, and cultural identity will be a perfect fit.

4.0

56,515 ratings

61%

Loved it

27%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Character List

Dimple Shah

An 18-year-old Indian American girl passionate about coding and web development, who challenges traditional expectations while striving to advance her career at a summer program.

A practical and artistically talented Indian American boy devoted to family tradition, who attends a summer event to meet Dimple while discovering his true passion for art.

Rishi's younger brother, a rising high school junior known for his dedication to basketball, who navigates familial expectations and his growing feelings for Celia.

Dimple’s roommate at a summer program, a half-Dominican girl interested in fashion and parties, who struggles to balance friendships from her past with new relationships.

Book Details
Pages

400

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

San Francisco, California • Contemporary

Publication Year

2017

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-17 years

Lexile Level

HL700L

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