The Other Half of Happiness by Ayisha Malik
What a funny book!
One of my friends has also just read this book and like myself hadn’t read the prequel but don’t let this worry you, it can be read as a standalone book.
I must confess to not having read anything about the culture but enjoyed hearing about the differences and how tightknit this family was, despite their differences.
The story starts in Karachi with Sofia and her newly converted and new husband Conall. Who is Irish. Plus they eloped. This obviously hasn’t gone down well with her family! I don't want to spoil this book so won't say too much - just get a copy!
Sofia’s sense of humour is what made the book for me. She’s funny and also quite deadpan which is my favourite type of humour. Her mother is also funny – her mix up of RSVP and RSPCA being a highlight!
A recommended read from me. I will keep an eye out for other books by this author!
As ever, a mssive thanks go to the lovely Readers First and Bonnier Zaffre for this copy in exchange for an unbiased review.
One of my friends has also just read this book and like myself hadn’t read the prequel but don’t let this worry you, it can be read as a standalone book.
I must confess to not having read anything about the culture but enjoyed hearing about the differences and how tightknit this family was, despite their differences.
The story starts in Karachi with Sofia and her newly converted and new husband Conall. Who is Irish. Plus they eloped. This obviously hasn’t gone down well with her family! I don't want to spoil this book so won't say too much - just get a copy!
Sofia’s sense of humour is what made the book for me. She’s funny and also quite deadpan which is my favourite type of humour. Her mother is also funny – her mix up of RSVP and RSPCA being a highlight!
A recommended read from me. I will keep an eye out for other books by this author!
As ever, a mssive thanks go to the lovely Readers First and Bonnier Zaffre for this copy in exchange for an unbiased review.