When Dimple Met Rishi by Sandhya Menon is a charming YA romance that blends humor and cultural traditions. Positive reviews highlight the lively characters, engaging dialogue, and thoughtful exploration of identity. Criticisms point to occasional predictability and uneven pacing. Overall, it's praised for its heartfelt and refreshing take on arranged marriages.

Readers who would enjoy When Dimple Met Rishi by Sandhya Menon are typically fans of contemporary YA romance with diverse characters and cultural themes. If you loved To All the Boys I've Loved Before by Jenny Han or Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda by Becky Albertalli, this book’s blend of humor, love, and cultural identity will be a perfect fit.

When Dimple Met Rishi by Sandhya Menon follows the story of Dimple, an ambitious Indian-American teen eager to attend a summer tech program in San Francisco, and Rishi, who attends the same program to meet his potential arranged marriage partner. Despite their initial misunderstanding, they form a strong bond, navigating cultural expectations and personal aspirations while working on a project together.

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