Yours, Eventually is a contemporary “second-chance” love story featuring a Pakistani-American family.

Yours, Eventually by Nura Maznavi

Genre/Categories/Setting: Contemporary Fiction, Pakistani-American, Complicated Family Drama, Women’s Fiction, Own Voices, Diverse Reads, Inspired by a Classic, Love Story, California

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My Summary:

Thanks #NetGalley Penguin Group @DuttonBooks for a complimentary eARC of #YoursEventually upon my request. All opinions are my own.

Asma is a hard-working young doctor who gets a second chance at romance with her first love, Forooq. Asma’s father has suffered a financial setback and Asma has taken on a lot of family responsibilities after the death of her mother. Facing pressures at work and in the family, she is now confronted with the presence of her former love interest. Once rejected by her father as unsuitable, Farooq is now quite wealthy and considered one of the most eligible bachelors in California. Can Asma find the courage to follow her dreams, resist family pressure, repair the past, and win Farooq back?

My Thoughts:

Diverse Read

Throughout the story, I enjoyed getting to know Asma and her extended family. Through vivid descriptions of family members, food, and customs, we are brought into the dynamics of this Pakistani-American family.

Inspired by a Classic

Yours, Eventually is inspired by Jane Austen’s Persuasion. Prior knowledge of Persuasion is unnecessary, but it will add to the enjoyment as you notice nods to the classic.

Themes

Themes of family dynamics, father/daughter relationship, independence, and a medical career become a substantial focus of the story. The slow-burn side of romance is lovely.

Recommending Yours, Eventually:

Fans of diverse reads and contemporary re-imaginings of a classic will appreciate Yours, Eventually. If you are part of the Pakistani-American community, please share your review in the comments.

My Rating: 4 Stars

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Meet the Author of Yours, Eventually, Nura Maznavi

Nura Maznavi is a writer, lawyer, and editor of the ground breaking anthologies Love, InshAllah: The Secret Love Lives of American Muslim Women and Salaam, Love: American Muslim Men on Love, Sex & Intimacy. She lives in Southern California with her husband and children.

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