First Love, Take Two, Sajni Patel
First Love, Take Two, Sajni Patel
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First Love, Take Two

Author: Sajni Patel

Narrator: Soneela Nankani

Unabridged: 10 hr 34 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Forever

Published: 09/21/2021

Synopsis

In this delightful second chance rom-com, a hardworking doctor-in-training discovers that her new roommate is an irresistible ex.On the verge of realizing her dream of being a doctor, Preeti Patel should be ecstatic. But between the stress of her residency, trying to find a job, and managing her traditional, no-boundaries family, Preeti's anxiety is through the roof. Relationships and love aren't even an option. Fortunately, Preeti's finally found a new place to stay . . . only to discover that her new roommate is her ex.Preeti never quite got over Daniel Thompson. Super-hot, plenty of swagger, amazing cook—the guy is practically perfect. And if it weren't for their families, there might have been a happily ever after. But it's hard to keep her sanity and libido in check when the man of her dreams is sleeping mere feet away. Can Preeti and Daniel find a way to stand up and fight for each other one last time . . . before they lose their second chance?

About Sajni Patel

Sajni Patel is an author of adult and YA fiction. The Trouble with Hating You, her first contemporary romance, was selected by Apple Books for their “10 Debuts to Read” and Publishers Weekly called it a “fast-paced romp of a debut,” mentioning that “the cultural specificity Patel brings makes this rom-com feel fun and fresh.” In addition to My Sister’s Big Fat Indian Wedding, Sajni has published The Knockout in the YA space. She lives in Hawai‘i.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Lacey (laceybooklovers) on October 12, 2021

I had the BEST time reading this one. It's emotional, angsty, and hello, it's got the roommates trope! Two exes have to live with each other, not just in the same apartment but the same ROOM, and share a bed. Preeti and Daniel's second chance romance is so sweet and full of pining. It does move at a......more

Goodreads review by Lisa (Remarkablylisa) on November 19, 2021

I really loved sajni's first book the trouble with hating you. It was angsty and filled with really important issues like sexual assault and the stigma after voicing out about it. When I read that book, I struggled at first liking our characters but I eventually fell in love with our hero and heroin......more

Goodreads review by Mia on December 20, 2021

Miscommunication trope with second chance romance needs to be stopped.......more

Goodreads review by Jiewei on February 17, 2024

This book takes the miscommunication trope to another level: 6 years without giving Daniel a real reason for their breakup is as immature as breakups can be between two adults. Of course, there are many cases in which people don't receive closure at the end of a relationship (romantic or otherwise),......more

Goodreads review by Renaissance Kate on September 14, 2021

Preeti's book did not disappoint! Full RTC 😍. Thank you to Forever (Grand Central Publishing) via Netgalley for providing an eARC in exchange for an honest review. All opinions expressed are my own.......more

Quotes

"Liya and Jay are a couple I've been waiting forever to meet in a romance novel. The Trouble with Hating You has delicious banter, deep wounds, heartwarming friendships, and a path to love that often feels impossibly hard, and the payoff is satisfying enough to give you a book hangover the size of Texas."—Sonali Dev, USA Today bestselling author

"With witty banter and fascinating characters, Sajni Patel takes the classic enemies-to-lovers trope to a deliciously charming level. I loved everything about this book."—Farrah Rochon, USA Today bestselling author

"This is a crowd pleaser.”—Publishers Weekly

"The enemies-to-lovers arc is classic, but the cultural specificity [Sajni] Patel brings makes this rom-com feel fun and fresh."—Publishers Weekly, on The Trouble with Hating You

"Sajni Patel bursts onto the scene with a debut that will make you laugh!"—Jenny Holiday, USA Today bestselling author

"The Trouble with Hating You was everything I needed --witty banter, explosive chemistry, and a hard won HEA that still has me smiling long after reading the last page. I can't wait for Sajni's next book!"—A.J. Pine, USA Today bestselling author

"An enjoyable debut! The chemistry between Liya and Jay is off the charts. You'll be rooting for these two from their first meeting!"—Farah Heron

"Patel's vivid comedy of conflict and love within an upscale, urban Indian American enclave features endearing protagonists..."—Booklist, on The Trouble with Hating You

" . . . a rewarding romance set in an intriguing world that combines proper second-generation Indian Americans with a Texan swagger."—Shelf Awareness, on The Trouble with Hating You

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