Bücher von Jeevani Charika

'A compelling, passionate and captivating must read!... I thoroughly enjoyed reading this beautiful book' Dash Fan Book Reviews Would you tell the truth, if it meant losing your one true love? Soma is a shy young woman adrift in a strange new country. After moving from Sri Lanka to Yorkshire to become a nanny to baby Louis, Soma tries to settle into life in the U.K., even if every day presents her with a new challenge, from trying new food or getting to grips with the language. But the one thing Soma never counted on was falling in love. When she meets Sahan, a Sri Lankan student at the local university, the two feel an instant attraction. Meeting in secret so that Sahan can teach Soma English, their friendship quickly blooms into something more. But their differing backgrounds - Soma is from poverty, while Sahan is the son of a wealthy family and cousin to Soma's employer - means they have to hide their love from the world. While they bare their souls to each other, Sahan has no idea that Soma is hiding a huge secret from him - but as her lies come crashing down, Soma is faced with an impossible choice. Should she tell the truth - even if means losing Sahan? A moving, unique and utterly engrossing love story, previously published as This Stolen Life, about how well we really know the person we fall in love with - readers of Amanda Prowse, Jojo Moyes and Diane Chamberlain will be captivated. Readers are loving When Soma Met Sahan: 'When Soma Met Sahan is a journey that is not to be missed...this story moved me beyond measure...I just know it will be one book that will stay with me in the coming months.' Stacy is Reading 'I loved this book... Jeevani Charika has created such soulful characters that they make reading this book an absolute pleasure... This is a heart-warming 5 star read.' (5 stars) Jan's Book Buzz 'truly engaging characters that are believable and a story that is applicable the world over. I found myself not wanting to put the book down.' Jen Med's Book Reviews 'filled with emotional turmoil and love, this is a story that took me completely by surprise. A gorgeous and memorable gem of a book with well written and likeable characters who will stay with me for some time to come.' Cal Turner Reviews 'The story is gripping, emotional and really unique... I loved it and I heartily recommend it.' Goodreads reviewer 'From the very first few pages I was hooked... This was just beautiful in many ways. Perfect for a holiday read.' (5 stars) Goodreads reviewer 'It was a simple story with plenty of twists to keep a reader hooked, and the added dash of culture that may be unfamiliar to some, but gives it the spice to make you savour it.' (5 stars) Goodreads reviewer I really enjoyed reading about these two women, Soma and Yamuna...The opening was tense and exciting, and there was a definite pageturner aspect to the story as I waited for Soma's past to catch up with her.' Goodreads reviewer 'What a captivating story...it pulled me instantly with its heart wrenching emotion' Netgalley reviewer 'The story was not complex, it was not simple, it was just perfect. The characters were relatable and real.' A Soccer Mom's Book Blog

'I loved it! I read this book in a (very pleasant) day' Sue Moorcroft, Sunday Times bestselling author 'Captured perfectly the essence of the fake-dating trope... Really enjoyable and fun.' NetGalley reviewer, Niro is a photographer who's lost the joy of taking photos. Burned by a bad break-up, she's in desperate need of inspiration. Vimal is determined to win back his ex-girlfriend. When he hears she's bringing her new boyfriend on a group holiday, he impulsively declares that he's bringing a plus one too. Their mutual friends have the perfect solution: Niro can pretend to be Vimal's new girlfriend and join the holiday. Imagine the incredible photographs she could take in the Swiss alps... She's not thinking about love. He's thinking about someone else. Can they fake a picture-perfect relationship - or will real feelings get in the way? Don't miss this funny and uplifting fake-dating romance for fans of The Kiss Quotient and The Love Hypothesis! Readers LOVE Picture Perfect! 'Quirky, original and charming... I absolutely loved it.' Kathleen McGurl 'Amazing!!!! This book was literally the best thing I've ever read.' NetGalley reviewer, 'A total binge-worthy, adorable rom-com story... Has it all: life, love, friendship, laughter, and finding happiness amongst it all.' NetGalley reviewer, 'I absolutely loved this story... I raced through this book and loved it, especially the ending. READ IT!' NetGalley reviewer, 'Love how romantic the story is... Really enjoy it.' NetGalley reviewer, 'Totally recommend this book. Really enjoyed it.' NetGalley reviewer,

It was the perfect marriage... until they fell in love.Chaya is a young woman torn between her duty to family and her life in the UK. While her traditional Sri Lankan parents want her to settle down into marriage, what they don't know is that Chaya has turned away the one true love of her life, Noah, terrified of their disapproval. Gimhana is hiding his sexuality from his family. It's easy enough to pretend he's straight when he lives half a world away in the UK. But it's getting harder and harder to turn down the potential brides his parents keep finding for him. When Chaya and Gimhana meet, a marriage of convenience seems like the perfect solution to their problems. Together they have everything - friendship, stability and their parents' approval. But when both Chaya and Gimhana find themselves falling in love outside of their marriage, they're left with an impossible decision - risk everything they've built together, or finally follow their heart?Will they choose love, or carry on living a lie?An emotional, page turning read about love, family and the secrets we keep, for fans of Amanda Prowse, Ayisha Malik and Susan Lewis. Praise for Jeevani Charika:'A compelling, passionate and captivating must read!...I thoroughly enjoyed reading this beautiful book' Dash Fan Book ReviewsThis Stolen Life is a journey that is not to be missed...this story moved me beyond measure...I just know it will be one book that will stay with me in the coming months.' Stacy is Reading'I loved this book... Jeevani Charika has created such soulful characters that they make reading this book an absolute pleasure... This is a heart-warming 5 star read.' (5 stars) Jan's Book Buzz'truly engaging characters that are believable and a story that is applicable the world over. I found myself not wanting to put the book down.' Jen Med's Book Reviews'filled with emotional turmoil and love, this is a story that took me completely by surprise. A gorgeous and memorable gem of a book with well written and likeable characters who will stay with me for some time to come.' Cal Turner Reviews'The story is gripping, emotional and really unique... I loved it and I heartily recommend it.' Goodreads reviewer'From the very first few pages I was hooked... This was just beautiful in many ways.' (5 stars) Goodreads reviewer