Mobility Mom Book Shelf: A Not So Bollywood Meet Cute by Miya Malai

Disclaimer: I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

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Thank you to the author Miya Malai for sharing this book with me.

Book Description

Katrina Shah just wants out of the fame game, away from her high-profile family's drama. But dodging the spotlight? Tough luck. Especially when she collides with Hollywood's golden boy, Evan Kristof. Her heart doesn't seem to have received the memo to steer clear of him.Evan's used to the spotlight, the parties, the glitz. Yet, he's craving a break, some peace. Then he meets Katrina, and suddenly, tranquility's the last thing on his mind.As they both try to escape their pasts, sparks fly between the girl who wants anonymity and the movie star. But can they navigate crazy families, an over-the-top wedding, and their undeniable chemistry without getting burned? Their fling might just turn into something much bigger than they bargained for.

About Miya Malai

Miya Malai was a second-generation confused brown girl with conservative parents, who would have looked at Bridgerton with horror. But little did they know she would sneak Julia Quinn books from the library when she was in high school. She grew up with DDLJ playing at least once a week in her Dadi's bedroom. And she longed for her favorite Bollywood heroine's character to be in a book. After years of scouring through smutty romance novels, she thought she'd combine her two favorites on her own.

Miya wants to empower the voice of brown girls struggling with stigmas in the South Asian community, while also appreciating the culture.

When Miya isn't writing, she's drinking chai or spending time with her husband and three young children on Long Island, NY.

My Thoughts

When I was asked to read this book, I thought it sounded great. I was excited to dive in.

I love the multicultural aspect of this story. As someone who loves learning about different cultures, I was fascinated by how the author describes the character's clothing, ritual, and family connection. I could see the colors and beauty come to life.

As for the story itself, it was quick. The characters meet, flirt, have a falling out, and of course spice things up.

I really enjoyed the character of Katrina she was strong, beautiful, smart, and independent. She also struggles with what her family expects of her and what society thinks of her. With all that she was still strong and understood herself and what she wanted.

Evan was your typical Hollywood stud who didn't really enjoy the spotlight.

I did find the story lacks some depth for the main characters and the plot. I also felt we had a little too much of the side characters. It would have been nice to focus on the main characters and allow the side characters to be that then maybe have other books focusing on them as they were fun.

Overall, I enjoyed the book and thought it was a lovely read. I feel the author did a good job and I look forward to more books by her as she develops her writing skills.