mnatale100's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny, Sexism, and Toxic friendship
Moderate: Bullying
Minor: Chronic illness, Sexual content, Alcohol, Classism, Domestic abuse, and Blood
nytephoenyx's review
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
When Dimple Met Rishi is cute for what it is – a YA Rom Com that takes place at a summer camp. Sure, maybe it’s not your traditional summer camp (it’s a programming competition) and maybe we don’t have John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John singing “Summer Nights”, but it definitely has that vibe.
And, in that way, When Dimple Met Rishi is kind of a fun light read. Don’t go into it expecting anything special as far as story goes. This book is good for cuddling up with a caramel hot cocoa and a couple shortbread cookies and a fuzzy blanket and just enjoying the cheesy dialogue. The word “forever” is thrown around! Hands are clasped to bosoms! It’s a little tacky at times, but it’s still decent for what it is.
Things that are nice about When Dimple Met Rishi? Some stereotypes are broken – my favorite being Dimple’s insistence to play the system and win the talent show by doing pretty much what every well-meaning, racist teacher would expect. I loved that she used that to her advantage. What I don’t so much love was how frequently Dimple in particular is dragged because of her race, gender, and hobbies. Especially in a place where others who share similar traits are not being tormented. It feels far too much like a setup.
I was also really disappointed in Celia. Seriously now.
When Dimple Met Rishi isn’t the type of book I normally reach for – corny YA rom-com – but I did like it for itself and I can see why it was so hyped a few years ago when the book first came out. If you like the genre, I highly recommend reading this one. Most of the things I didn’t like about the book are about me, not the book. So yes! I recommend When Dimple Met Rishi. Enjoy the cute! Enjoy the totally unrealistic airport scene! Just have fun with it.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexism and Racism
Moderate: Alcohol
Minor: Misogyny
gem114's review against another edition
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Super cute ya rom-com. Girls in STEM, following your passions, 2nd generation American Indians, Hindu representation, destiny/fate
Content Warnings
Moderate: Alcohol and Sexual content
Minor: Bullying and Misogyny
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