Get lost in these 8 romantic books over this weekend

Weekends are for curling up on a couch and binge-reading your favourite books, and there is no better pick-me-up than a feel-good book that warms the heart. This list is for those who prefer to flip pages than scroll for shows. Bazaar India brings you some of the most heart-warming reads from over the years that will fill you up with joy and your eyes with tears—the good kind, of course.  

From modern love to fictional storylines, these reads by Indian authors will give you an entirely refreshing and simple take on life, relationships and everything in-between. 

I Too Had A Love Story

 

The novel by Ravinder Singh is inspired by the author’s life and is about two people who meet on a matrimonial site. It revolves around the protagonists, Ravin and Khushi—Ravin, an engineer based in Bhubaneswar, and Khushi, an MNC professional who works in Noida. Read through this tale of modern love as the couple navigates their relationship when Ravin shifts to the US. 

A Bollywood Affair

 

In her debut novel, Sonali Dev brings a story about stereotypical arranged marriages. The story is about a girl named Mili, who is married off at the age of four, to a man she has never seen. The novel describes her experiences as she decides to travel to the US to pursue higher studies. An easy read with some humorous moments, the book is teeming with generous descriptions of Indian cuisine that will leave you hungry for more. 

Wish I Could Tell You

 

The book narrates an intense story about how Ananth and Anusha, two opposite personalities, don’t believe in true love and meet each other on WeDonate.com. Simple language with some big twists, author Durjoy Dutta's easy writing does justice to this serendipitous love story.

A Half-Baked Love Story

 

This national bestseller by Anurag Garg is set in an Indian city in the ‘90s and follows the life of a rich brat, Aarav, who falls in love with a girl who is very different from him, a Bengali girl named Anamika. This book is sure to have you reminiscing about your teenage years! 

You Are The Best Wife 

 

This novel by Ajay K. Panday is a tribute to his late wife. In it, Ajay finds the will to live and love life again with the help of his wife’s last words to him: "You are the best husband." Pick this book to appreciate your own relationships even more. 

The Nameless Encounter

Two people who have no names meet on a flight. ‘Him’ and ‘Her’ board it, and strike a strongcamaraderie in a short time. Read this novel by Vineeta Malhotra Taneja to rekindle your faith in soulmates and love at first sight. 

When Love Came Calling

 

Aarush visits India for the first time when he gets an opportunity to volunteer at a rural camp in Kerala. He meets Puja, who is sent to the camp forcefully by her mother. The two get to know each other and fall in love.

Can’t Quarantine Our Love

 

The book about two neighbors, Pihu and Akash, who detest each other in the first meeting—is every bit worth the read. A miscommunication between the two compels them to think the worst of each other. However, over the course of time, they find love amidst a hopeless situation.