The Secret Diary of an Arranged Marriage

"It's like reading the brown Bridget Jones Diary."

"If you're looking for closed-door, funny books for women's book clubs, this diverse romcom is for you."

A funny romcom that will redefine your views on love and matchmaking!

It's the diverse romcom you've been looking for, where opposites attract. There's plenty of family drama in this closed-door, own voice clean romcom... 

"I know I'll land a husband… but will he be the one? 

While I'm young, (somewhat) free and single, time is – by Bengali standards – marching on. I've got to meet my dream man, or at least someone I can grow to like, and get married. The trouble is, I don't really know what – or who – I'm looking for.

Luckily (or not) for me, arranged marriages are still a thing. So alongside my own dating efforts, it's everyone's business – from my adorable yet overbearing mum, to pretend aunties and profiteering opportunists – to find me a match. With all this help, I'm pretty sure I'll land a husband, but will he be 'The One'?"

The Secret Diary of an Arranged Marriage lifts the lid on the intriguing world of British-Bengali matrimony. The closed-door, clean, diverse rom-com book from Halima Khatun explores family drama, identity and belonging with acerbic humour.       
    

Reader reviews:   

"This is a great book to read on transport or going on holidays. I finished mine in no time and laughed lots!"

"I loved reading this book! Such an enjoyable read which was hilarious at some points but also really highlighted how arranged marriages are viewed from different perspectives, especially in western society. It's hard to find a book that isn't too 'heavy' but also covers important issues and makes you really empathise with the main character.  Highly recommend if you're looking for a fun read but something a bit different from the usual chick-lit."