Love, Chai, and Other Four-Letter Words

A fresh, smart series featuring besties of Indian descent who find love in the big city. Three best friends. Three loves. Three cultural explosions waiting to happen.

Kiran Mathur knows firsthand just how dangerous love can be. After all, her sister’s marriage in India nearly destroyed Kiran’s family. So she’s decided to redeem romance herself-by not falling for anyone who might disappoint her parents. That is, until she meets her new neighbor Nash Hawthorne…

Nash is a dedicated psychologist and determined to live a solitary life and to avoid attachments of any kind. His family life taught him to always expect abandonment, and he isn’t ready to put his heart in harm’s way. But in spending time with Annika, he starts to believe in a love he’s never felt before.

For both, love feels like a risk. But when the future only starts to make sense with each other, it might be time to follow their hearts…

‘The first in the Chai Masala Club series reads like a love letter to both Indian culture and the streets of New York City… [it] distinguishes itself with relatable characters, a vibrant setting, ample, well-drawn Indian representation, and a delightful voice. This will surely win Sharma some fans.’ - Publishers Weekly

‘…memorable, not-to-be-missed novel of transcendent love’ - Booklist

‘A sweet story of finding love where you least expected to. A romp through New York City with fresh immigrant eyes. Kiran and Nash’s journey to learning to see themselves and others across boundaries and preconceived notions will warm your heart.’ - Sonali Dev, author of Recipes for Persuasion

‘Captivating.’ - Library Journal, STARRED Review