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A Holly Jolly Diwali

von Sonya Lalli

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"One type-A data analyst discovers her free-spirited side on an impulsive journey from bustling Mumbai to the gorgeous beaches of Goa and finds love waiting for her on Christmas morning. Twenty-eight-year-old Niki Randhawa has always made practical decisions. Despite her love for music and art, she became an analyst for the stability. She's always stuck close to home, in case her family needed her. And she's always dated guys that seem good on paper, rather than the ones who give her butterflies. When she's laid off, Niki realizes that being practical hasn't exactly paid off for her. So, for the first time ever, she throws caution to the wind and books a last-minute flight for her friend Diya's wedding. Niki arrives in India just in time to celebrate Diwali, the festival of lights, where she meets London musician Sameer Mukherji. Maybe it's the splendor of Mumbai or the magic of the holiday season, but Niki is immediately drawn to Sam. At the wedding, the champagne flows and their flirtatious banter makes it clear that the attraction is mutual. When Niki and Sam join Diya, her husband, and their friends on a group honeymoon, their connection grows deeper. Free-spirited Sam helps Niki get in touch with her passionate and creative side, and with her Indian roots. And when she gets a new job offer back home, Niki must decide what she wants out of the next chapter of her life-to cling to the straight and narrow like always, or to take a leap of faith and live the kind of bold life of which the old Niki never would have dreamed"--… (mehr)
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Kind of boring. Didn’t enjoy the writing. I may finish sometime but I’m no hurry.
  hmonkeyreads | Jan 25, 2024 |
I thought this was a really fun holiday read. I loved the it focused on holiday that was not christmas and it was a really fun read. I have had such a travel bug and unable to travel and this book quinch my thrist a bit. I also really loved learning more about Diwali and the various culture around it. I also really loved the female main character alot, i also loved the converston about the pursing arts carreers. It was fun romance and it put a smile on my face!! ( )
  lmauro123 | Dec 28, 2023 |
I thought this was a really fun holiday read. I loved the it focused on holiday that was not christmas and it was a really fun read. I have had such a travel bug and unable to travel and this book quinch my thrist a bit. I also really loved learning more about Diwali and the various culture around it. I also really loved the female main character alot, i also loved the converston about the pursing arts carreers. It was fun romance and it put a smile on my face!! ( )
  lmauro123 | Dec 28, 2023 |
So. A book needs to decide what it wants to be and actually sick with that.

If a book is about "having a fling," then actually have the stupid fling. And by golly, I don't advocate for flings. But this protagonist, Niki, waffling between "is it love, is it lust, is it just a fling" got old REALLY fast. I didn't find her likable nor the guy that was seemingly into likable.

What kept this book from being a 1 star was the setting and backdrop of the story. I am developing an interest in Indian culture....so the food, the festivals, all of that appealed to me. But I wanted a new storyline. Because honestly, even in the end, there was no pronounced commitment. Either by the characters themselves or, in my opinion, what the author wanted the book to be. ( )
  msgabbythelibrarian | Jun 11, 2023 |
***ADULT READ*** I really enjoyed this one. I learned a lot about the holiday of Diwali, the differences between Indian customs and religions, the different cuisine in the Indian culture and so much more. The love story was good too, not too mushy with a lot of humor! Niki and Sam’s relationship was one to fight for. I really loved the bond between Niki and Diya, that even though they were 7500 miles apart, their friendship was strong and they knew they could count on each other. Favorite quote from Diya in regards to Sam and Niki’s blossoming relationship: “I’m Switzerland.” The relationship Niki had with her parents was surprising. I always thought most marriages in Niki’s culture were arranged, only to discover, Niki’s parents’ was a true love match and that they only want what’s best for their children and allow them to explore and be their own person. Definitely one for the holiday reader! ( )
  Z_Brarian | Dec 12, 2022 |
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Moorjani, RichaErzählerCo-Autoreinige Ausgabenbestätigt
Singleton, StephanieUmschlagillustrationCo-Autoreinige Ausgabenbestätigt
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"One type-A data analyst discovers her free-spirited side on an impulsive journey from bustling Mumbai to the gorgeous beaches of Goa and finds love waiting for her on Christmas morning. Twenty-eight-year-old Niki Randhawa has always made practical decisions. Despite her love for music and art, she became an analyst for the stability. She's always stuck close to home, in case her family needed her. And she's always dated guys that seem good on paper, rather than the ones who give her butterflies. When she's laid off, Niki realizes that being practical hasn't exactly paid off for her. So, for the first time ever, she throws caution to the wind and books a last-minute flight for her friend Diya's wedding. Niki arrives in India just in time to celebrate Diwali, the festival of lights, where she meets London musician Sameer Mukherji. Maybe it's the splendor of Mumbai or the magic of the holiday season, but Niki is immediately drawn to Sam. At the wedding, the champagne flows and their flirtatious banter makes it clear that the attraction is mutual. When Niki and Sam join Diya, her husband, and their friends on a group honeymoon, their connection grows deeper. Free-spirited Sam helps Niki get in touch with her passionate and creative side, and with her Indian roots. And when she gets a new job offer back home, Niki must decide what she wants out of the next chapter of her life-to cling to the straight and narrow like always, or to take a leap of faith and live the kind of bold life of which the old Niki never would have dreamed"--

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