“These Indian American women and their struggles will appeal to readers from every age and culture.” — Washington Post
“An intergenerational tale of self-discovery and the relationships that matter most…A cozy cup of chai for the soul.” —Kirkus Reviews
“Dev easily gets the reader to root for her well-rounded characters, and the intertwined story lines wrap up with a delightful ending. This effervescent tale is sure to please the author’s fans and win her new ones.” —Publishers Weekly
“Three generations of Indian American women strive to find what makes them happy in this heartwarming rom-com about the compromises that held them back and how they finally reclaimed their freedom.” —Booklist (starred review)
“Dev weaves humor and romance through her tale of three generations of women.” —Audible
“A super-fun, bingeable story about three generations of vibrant women navigating relationships, friendships, mishaps, and ambitions.” —Ms. magazine
“Fun and heartfelt.” —BookRiot
“A sweeping intergenerational tale showcasing the importance and value of family, relationships, and finding oneself as the world does what the world does: change.” —Apartment Therapy
“A laugh-out-loud story full of love, regrets, and secrets.” —Marie Claire
“I would give this book five stars for the concept alone, but it’s Sonali Dev’s trademark character depth and beautiful writing that really make The Vibrant Years shine. A gorgeous story of evolving female relationships and how love, hilarity, and the bonds between three generations of women help them thrive in even the fiercest winds of change.” —Christina Lauren, New York Times bestselling author of The Soulmate Equation
“Oh, what a glorious tangle of love, career, the past, and family is The Vibrant Years! Sonali Dev writes beautiful prose and complex, delightful characters in this story of rediscovery and girl power for three generations of the Desai women. A delicious treat.” —Kristan Higgins, New York Times bestselling author
“A vivid and touching story of the relationships between three women who love each other and their quest to find each other’s soul mates. Funny, fast paced, and insightful, The Vibrant Years gracefully explores questions of meaning and hope and regret and most of all the love between women. A beautiful book!” —Barbara O’Neal, bestselling author of This Place of Wonder
“I loved this story of three generations of women navigating life, love, and the patriarchy. Sonali Dev’s writing is lush and evocative, her characters vibrant with rage, humor, and wisdom.” —Virginia Kantra, New York Times bestselling author of Meg & Jo and Beth & Amy
“Sonali Dev has done it again in this sparkling page-turner about the unbreakable bonds of women and the necessity of forging an authentic path. Three generations of women from one dynamic family band together to navigate each chapter of life proving that, with the right people by your side, they can all be vibrant years. Dev’s storytelling shines!” —Kristy Woodson Harvey, New York Times bestselling author of The Wedding Veil
“Just the kind of book I love to get lost in. Great characters, tons of energy, perfect pacing. Sonali Dev absolutely nailed it. Loved it!” —Susan Elizabeth Philips, #1 New York Times bestselling author
From the Publisher
I couldn’t be more excited about The Vibrant Years being the very first release from Mindy Kaling’s new imprint, Mindy’s Book Studio, which elevates emerging and established voices to better reflect the beautiful diversity of the world we live in. The author, Sonali Dev, is the award-winning author of the Rajes series, and with this humorous and charming story about three generations of resilient women all at pivotal turning points in their lives, which Kirkus Reviews calls “A cozy cup of chai for the soul,” she has truly outdone herself.
Widowed Bindu Desai, her recently divorced daughter-in-law, Aly, and Aly’s twentysomething daughter, Cullie, find themselves back together in Florida after Bindu is involved in a slightly scandalous situation (something that is quickly becoming not uncommon for the vivacious matriarch). The three women unflinchingly support one another as they struggle through their personal challenges...including becoming test subjects for a new dating app that results in some hilarious and very awkward dates for all of them. But even the closest of families can be tested, and as long-held secrets rise to the surface, the Desai women will find they are no exception.
Told with her signature humor and heart, Dev’s latest novel shows that no matter what phase of life one is in, love is always a possibility. And whether it’s familial, romantic, friendly, or self-love, it’s something we all deserve. In the words of the fabulous Mindy Kaling, “The Vibrant Years is a joyful and empowering read following a group of unconventional women trying to find themselves.” So if, like us, you are looking for a heartwarming read to make you both laugh and think about the world we live in, I’d highly recommend you check out this wildly fun novel!
—Alicia Clancy, Editor
About the Author
USA Today bestselling author Sonali Dev writes Bollywood-style stories that explore universal issues. Her novels have been named best books of the year by Library Journal, NPR, the Washington Post, and Kirkus Reviews. She has won numerous accolades, including the American Library Association’s award for best romance, the Romantic Times Reviewers’ Choice Award, and multiple Romantic Times Seals of Excellence. She has also been a Romance Writers of America finalist and has been listed for the Dublin Literary Award. Shelf Awareness calls her “not only one of the best but one of the bravest romance novelists working today.” She lives in Chicagoland with her husband, two visiting adult children, and the world’s most perfect dog. Find out more at https://sonalidev.com.
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