The Mismatch

Name: The Mismatch
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SKU: 9781787465015
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An unforgettable story of first love

By Sara Jafari

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Summary

The Mismatch by Sara Jafari is a heartwarming romance that navigates themes of identity, culture, and family ties. It follows Soraya, a young British-Iranian woman, as she grapples with her family's expectations and her own desires. When she meets Magnus, an intriguing man from a very different background, she is forced to confront her cultural heritage and personal aspirations, ultimately discovering what she truly wants in life and love.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

This romantic read might appeal to you if you enjoy stories about cultural differences, self-discovery, and heartfelt relationships. It delves into the complexities of love and identity, exploring the lives of characters caught between familial expectations and personal desires. If you're drawn to engaging narratives about navigating life's mismatches, this book could be a delightful choice.

The Mismatch

She left Iran with her husband in the wake of revolution, and the aftershocks of that decision are still being felt decades later.

When Soraya sets her sights on Magnus for her first kiss, the last thing she expects to find is first love.

But sometimes the person you least expect might turn out to be the perfect fit .

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A stunning debut novel about first love and finding your place in the world while caught between two cultures. For fans of Ayisha Malik, Candice Carty-Williams and Beth O'Leary.

Soraya knows she could never fall for someone like Magnus. He's her complete opposite in every way.

Popular and confident, Magnus seems to have his life figured out, while Soraya has got to twenty-one and has somehow never been kissed.

Soraya's mother Neda also knows what it's like to feel mismatched. She left Iran with her husband in the wake of revolution, and the aftershocks of that decision are still being felt decades later.

When Soraya sets her sights on Magnus for her first kiss, the last thing she expects to find is first love.

But sometimes the person you least expect might turn out to be the perfect fit...

With unforgettable characters at its heart, The Mismatch is a pitch-perfect coming-of-age story and a fresh take on how what you think you want isn't always what brings you happiness.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The Mismatch by Sara Jafari is praised for its original, thought-provoking, and gripping narrative that hooks readers from the start. It captures the essence of first love and heartache while providing an enlightening and romantic experience. The book beautifully intertwines Iranian experiences in the UK with themes of love, identity, and societal pressures. Sara Jafari's work is recognised for its boldness and fresh perspective, cementing her as a compelling voice in contemporary fiction.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781787465015

Publisher: Cornerstone

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 24 June 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Arrow Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 29.0mm

Width: 127.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 319g

Pages: 464

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Contemporary Romance Fiction General Fiction Penguin Books Romance Sara Jafari

About the Author

Sara Jafari is a British-Iranian writer whose work has been longlisted for Spread the Word's Life Writing Prize and published in gal-dem and The Good Journal. She is a contributer to I Will Not Be Erased and the upcoming romance anthology Who's Loving You. Sara also runs TOKEN Magazine, which showcases writing and artwork by underrepresented writers and artists. Sara works as an editor and is based in London. THE MISMATCH is her debut novel.