Serena Singh Flips the Script, Sonya Lalli
Serena Singh Flips the Script, Sonya Lalli
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Serena Singh Flips the Script

Author: Sonya Lalli

Narrator: Ulka Simone Mohanty

Unabridged: 8 hr 37 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Penguin Audio

Published: 02/16/2021


Synopsis

"Sonya Lalli's savvy novel puts relationships in all of their forms--family, friends, and romance--on even footing as a young woman works to find happiness."--Shelf Awareness

Serena Singh is tired of everyone telling her what she should want--and she is ready to prove to her mother, her sister, and the aunties in her community that a woman does not need domestic bliss to have a happy life.

Things are going according to plan for Serena. She’s smart, confident, and just got a kick-ass new job at a top advertising firm in Washington, D.C. Even before her younger sister gets married in a big, traditional wedding, Serena knows her own dreams don’t include marriage or children. But with her mother constantly encouraging her to be more like her sister, Serena can’t understand why her parents refuse to recognize that she and her sister want completely different experiences out of life.

A new friendship with her co-worker, Ainsley, comes as a breath of fresh air, challenging Serena’s long-held beliefs about the importance of self-reliance. She’s been so focused on career success that she’s let all of her hobbies and close friendships fall by the wayside. As Serena reconnects with her family and friends--including her ex-boyfriend--she learns letting people in can make her happier than standing all on her own.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Nilufer on April 02, 2021

I think this is so far the best book of the author! The meaningful words scatter into chapters are directly coming from the author’s honest heart, it’s genuine, natural, realistic and inspirational! Serena Singh doesn’t need to get marry, having babies, enjoying the benefits of domestic life to find......more

Goodreads review by Jessica on February 16, 2021

I loved Serena Singh Flips the Script. Serena is a strong, independent woman. Serena is smart and caring. All her parents want is for her to get married and have kids. Serena never wants to have kids or get married but is focused on her career. I liked watching Serena figure out how to manage her em......more

Goodreads review by Ashley *Booksbrewsandbarks* on December 18, 2020

I really enjoyed the first half of this novel. Serena Singh is an independent female with a mind of her own but shaped by her experiences as an immigrant. Add to that the issues she is having finding solid friendships in her 30's and I expected this to be a slam dunk read for me. Unfortunately, I fe......more

Goodreads review by Melany on November 27, 2023

I absolutely loved this book! Loved the messy bits of Serena's life as it's more relatable to a real person. Even the messy relationships with family, friends and work. It really made me enjoy this book even more. I loved how Serena was her own person and her own choices, and didn't let people's opi......more

Goodreads review by Read In Colour on April 12, 2021

I loved this book! I'm all for books about women seeking friends and not just men/wives/partners. More of this, please!......more


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Praise for Serena Singh Flips the Script

“Sonya Lalli's charming novel explores how our relationships define us. Through honesty, humor, and vulnerability, Serena Singh reminds us that new, fulfilling connections are possible at any age. This equal parts relatable and entertaining story is a delight from start to finish!”—Saumya Dave, author of Well-Behaved Indian Women 

“Heartfelt and forthright, Lalli’s culturally rich work of women's fiction is exceptional.”—Booklist (starred)
 
Praise for Sonya Lalli

"From yoga studios to finding oneself in trips abroad to online dating, Lalli gives readers a wonderful novel about love and belonging and meaning of happiness and home."--Soniah Kamal, award-winning author of Unmarriageable: Pride and Prejudice in Pakistan

"Anu's struggle to find herself is wrought with obstacles and sometimes frustrating, but the resolution of her story is both satisfying and realistic. A moving look at one woman's journey between her family and her desire for independence."--Kirkus

"Sonya Lalli offers up a tale of familial pressures, cultural traditions, and self-discovery, that is equal turns heartbreaking and hilarious...Lalli tears down stereotypes with humor and warmth."-- Entertainment Weekly

"An engaging love story that delivers on the promise of true love forever...The Matchmaker's List comes through in spades (and hearts)."--NPR

"Lalli's sharp-eyed tale of cross-cultural dating, family heartbreak, the strictures of culture, and the exuberance of love is both universal and timeless."--Publishers Weekly (starred review)

"Bright and vivid, and fresh and funny--I was utterly charmed by this insight into Raina's struggle to be the perfect Indian daughter. A delightful debut."--Veronica Henry, author of How to Find Love in a Bookshop

"A riotous odyssey into the pressures of cross-cultural modern dating that will chime with every 20-something singleton"--ELLE (UK)

"A funny and moving exploration of modern love."--Balli Kaur Jaswal, author of Erotic Stories for Punjabi Widows (A Reese Witherspoon Book Club Pick)

"Absolutely charming."--Woman's Day

"A warm and refreshing look at cultural identity, unexpected romance, and unbreakable family bonds."--Kirkus

"Lalli's debut is a delightful, multicultural romantic comedy full of humorous banter and loads of life lessons about family, happiness, love, honesty, and acceptance."--Booklist (starred review)

"A knockout romantic comedy debut."--Washington Independent Review of Books