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A review by librar_bee
Lavash at First Sight by Taleen Voskuni
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
4.25 stars. Manifesting that Taleen Voskuni will ultimately take down West Coast tech-bro culture with her writing.
I enjoyed Sorry, Bro and its blend of budding queer romance, self-acceptance, and cultural celebration. Nazeli's and Vanya's story follows in that vein - exploring the experiences of two women growing up in the Bay Area diaspora with families whose life's work is in traditional Armenian cuisine.
I loved the blossoming romance and found the MCs to be both well-developed and interesting characters. We only get Nazeli's perspective (a favorite writing style of mine, since IMO it only adds to the buildup and tension!), but the sparks are THERE. This isn't a book for those looking for spice, but honestly, I enjoyed the tension of the cooking competition, Nazeli's career projection, and the family rivalry enough to the point where I didn't mind that there was none.
As always, Voskuni tenderly blends Armenian culture, proverbs, wisdom, and history into her writing, something that I genuinely treasure about her work. I always feel as though I am learning something new and intriguing when I read Voskuni's novels, and it is evident in the joyous writing that cultural celebration and fun, queer romance seamlessly go together.
A fresh new trope, unforgettable MCs, and a captivating plot make this novel one I will remember. Not to mention the incredible descriptions of the cuisine!
I enjoyed Sorry, Bro and its blend of budding queer romance, self-acceptance, and cultural celebration. Nazeli's and Vanya's story follows in that vein - exploring the experiences of two women growing up in the Bay Area diaspora with families whose life's work is in traditional Armenian cuisine.
I loved the blossoming romance and found the MCs to be both well-developed and interesting characters. We only get Nazeli's perspective (a favorite writing style of mine, since IMO it only adds to the buildup and tension!), but the sparks are THERE. This isn't a book for those looking for spice, but honestly, I enjoyed the tension of the cooking competition, Nazeli's career projection, and the family rivalry enough to the point where I didn't mind that there was none.
As always, Voskuni tenderly blends Armenian culture, proverbs, wisdom, and history into her writing, something that I genuinely treasure about her work. I always feel as though I am learning something new and intriguing when I read Voskuni's novels, and it is evident in the joyous writing that cultural celebration and fun, queer romance seamlessly go together.
A fresh new trope, unforgettable MCs, and a captivating plot make this novel one I will remember. Not to mention the incredible descriptions of the cuisine!