Lavash at First Sight

by Taleen Voskuni
Lavash at First Sight cover
Good Books rating 3.0
Romance
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  • ID: 1524
  • Added: 2025-10-07
  • Updated: 2025-10-08
  • ISBN: 9781035018697
  • Publisher: Pan Macmillan
  • Published: 2024-05-09
  • Formats: 2
  • Reviews: 3
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In 'Lavash at First Sight,' Taleen Voskuni delivers a delightful queer romantic comedy that blends humor, culture, and a touch of family drama. The story follows Nazeli 'Ellie' Gregorian, a tech marketer seeking a distraction from her recent breakup, and Vanya Simonian, a charming and carefree woman she meets at a conference. Their instant connection is complicated by their families' long-standing rivalry in the Armenian food industry. As they work together to win a prestigious award, they must hide their growing feelings while navigating the complexities of identity, family loyalty, and the delicious world of Armenian cuisine. Perfect for fans of Ali Hazelwood, this novel is a joyful exploration of love and cultural heritage. The novel is praised for its humor, sweetness, and genuine joy, making it a standout in the romantic comedy genre. Voskuni's writing brings to life the vibrant characters and their rich cultural background, creating a story that is both entertaining and heartfelt. The book is a celebration of love, identity, and the bonds that tie us to our roots, all wrapped up in a delectable package of food, family, and romance.

Reviews
yourschloe.co.uk · 2024-07-06
engaging 3.50

The closed-door romance required more effort from the author to build the relationship scenes effectively. The reviewer found the cultural elements and food themes engaging.

As a closed-door romance, the reviewer felt that the author needed to put in extra effort to make the relationship scenes compelling. The cultural elements and food themes were particularly engaging, adding depth to the story. While the romance might have benefited from more explicit development, the cultural insights and food themes were highlights that kept the reviewer interested. The reviewer appreciated the unique blend of romance and cultural exploration, even if the relationship building could have been stronger.

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    This is a closed-door romance which meant that the author almost needed to work harder to write relationship building scenes which have us buy into the relationship.

    The story is a delightful exploration of Armenian culture and food.

    The cultural elements and food themes were particularly engaging.

lesbrary.com · 2024-06-04
disappointing 3.00

The book is too short and not as good as the author's previous work, but the reviewer acknowledges that they are not bothered by the length. The story revolves around the relationship between two women with strong themes about family, food, and their Armenian heritage.

The reviewer found Lavash at First Sight to be too short, which impacted their overall enjoyment compared to the author's previous work. However, they appreciated the themes of family, food, and Armenian heritage that are woven into the story. The relationship between the two women is central to the narrative, and while the length was a drawback, the cultural insights and themes made it a worthwhile read. The reviewer enjoyed the exploration of these elements, even if the book felt incomplete due to its brevity.

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    Unfortunately, Lavash at First Sight is not as good as Sorry, Bro for one simple reason: it is too short.

    I am actually not bothered by the fact that it is too short.

    The story revolves around the relationship between the two women with strong themes about family, food, and their Armenian heritage.

thebookstop.wordpress.com · 2024-05-08
mixed 2.50

The reviewer did not warm up to this cooking-themed romance as much as they had hoped, but they appreciated the insights into Armenian-American culture.

The reviewer had high hopes for this cooking-themed romance but found themselves not fully connecting with the story. However, they did appreciate the insights into Armenian-American culture that the book provided. The cultural elements were a highlight, even if the romance itself did not fully resonate with the reviewer. The book offers a unique perspective on cultural heritage, which the reviewer found valuable, even if the romantic aspects were not as compelling.

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    I didn't 'warm' to this cooking-themed romance as much as I'd hoped to.

    Although I did appreciate the insights into Armenian-American culture.

    The cultural elements were a highlight, even if the romance itself did not fully resonate.

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