The Secret Diary of a Bengali Bridezilla: A diverse romcom with a strong south protagonist

The diverse, multicultural romcom you need to read.

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If you want diverse fiction, strong females, a unique take on Bridget Jones Diary, funny books for women's book clubs, and south Asian stories with British wit, immerse yourself in this series.

The books in The Secret Diary of a Bengali woman series:

1) The Secret Diary of an Arranged Marriage

2) The Secret Diary of a Bengali Bridezilla

3) The Secret Diary of a Bengali Newlywed

4) The Secret Diary of a Broody Bengali

5) The Secret Diary of a Pregnant Bengali

6) The Secret Diary of a Bengali Mum

and

7) Sister of the Bride

And I Thought Finding a Husband Was Hard…

Prepare for a laughter-filled page turner, as you join in the chaos of wedding planning in The Secret Diary of a Bengali Bridezilla, a hilarious diverse romcom that will make you laugh and cry!

Our acerbic protagonist dives headfirst into the whirlwind of her big fat Bangladeshi wedding. With just three months to go, a guest list of 600 (including strangers she's never met), and a barrage of unsolicited opinions, she realises that finding a husband was the easy part!

As she tackles her wedding to-do list, which includes finding the perfect makeup artist, creating meaningful favours, and outshining her cousin's impending nuptials, she can't help but wonder if she's on the verge of a nervous breakdown. Will her dream man and the perfect wedding day align, or is chaos about to take centre stage?

Imagine Fleabag and Bridget Jones teaming up over tea and samosas—this uproarious tale is the delightful brainchild of former journalist Halima Khatun. In this hilarious follow-up to The Secret Diary of an Arranged Marriage, Khatun brings her signature British wit to the forefront.

Prepare for an adventure that blends cultural traditions, wedding mishaps, and a healthy dose of self-deprecating humour. With every page, you'll find yourself laughing out loud and nodding along as you witness the ups, downs, and unexpected moments of this unforgettable journey.

The Secret Diary of an Arranged Marriage is a must-read for anyone seeking a multicultural romcom that transcends boundaries and captures the essence of British wit.

Reader reviews of The Secret Diary of a Bengali Bridezilla

1)This book is a sequel to The Secret Diary of an Arranged Marriage and follows the journey of a British Bengali Bride as she plans her wedding day.

I really enjoyed reading this book, even better than the first in fact! The author has really been able to capture some funny moments that occur in the run up to a Bengali wedding which actually can happen within months of being arranged! She gives a pretty good insight into the culture and life of British Bengalis. I’m sure anyone who has been through this process either yourself or as a family or friend of someone getting married can relate to at least one of the bridezilla moments! It really made me chuckle at some points and think back and reflect on my own experiences.

I like the way the author makes you feel like you are being invited into the confidence of a close friend as she recounts her highs and lows in a witty, humorous and engaging way. You are left with a warm feeling that will stay with you even after reading.

2) Brilliant, Read the whole series now, like the author says, its like a brown Bridget jones Diary. Really good read and a chance to learn more of the Bengali culture, and, a lot about life in general. Its also a laugh a minute at her insecurities, we can all relate.

About the author 

Halima Khatun is a former journalist (having worked for ITV and the BBC), writer and PR consultant.Since she was a child, she knew that words would be her thing. With a lifelong passion for writing, Halima wrote her first novel - a coming-of-age children's story - at the age of 12. It was politely turned down by all the major publishing houses. However, proving that writing was indeed her forte, Halima went on to study English and Journalism and was one of just four people in the UK to be granted a BBC scholarship during her postgraduate studies.She has since written for a number of publications including the HuffPost and Yahoo! Style, and has been featured in the Express, Metro and other national publications. Halima also blogs on lifestyle, food and travel and parenthood on HalimaBobs. This is where she also shares updates on her novels.

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