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About The Book

'Funny, vulnerable, and heart-warming. A beautiful story for the people who are still figuring life out' Hannah Grace, bestselling author of Icebreaker and Wildfire

Maya Mirza is so convinced she’s unlucky in love and life that she’s come up with a list of laws to explain it. Most importantly…

* Anything that can go wrong will go wrong.

But that’s about to change. Maya’s headed to Pakistan for an arranged marriage with a handsome, successful doctor who ticks all the right boxes. First comes marriage, then comes love – she’s sure of it. Except…

*Trips are never smooth sailing.

From the start, Maya's journey is riddled with disaster, and the cynical lawyer seated next to her on the plane isn’t helping. Until a storm leaves them stranded in Switzerland, and she and Sarfaraz become unlikely travel companions. And maybe something more…

*When you think you’re lucky, think again.

Before long, Maya’s wondering whether she’s just experienced the ultimate in misfortune – finally meeting the right man a few days before she has to marry someone else.

Praise for Maya's Laws of Love:

‘A charming, funny, and unique twist on challenging the laws and traditions that shape us’ Abby Jimenez, New York Times bestselling author of Yours Truly

'An engaging, relatable, and rewarding read' Sarah Hogle, author of You Deserve Each Other

'
Fans of the romantic slow burn will fall for Maya’s Laws of Love...an emotional plot worthy of a K-drama' Lily Chu, author of The Stand-In

'Laugh-out-loud hilarious and gorgeously heartfelt, Khawaja’s cinematic writing will sweep you away and have you falling head over heels' Ann Liang, author of If You Could See the Sun

'MAYA'S LAWS OF LOVE is a whirlwind debut you won’t want to miss. A true joy, this is the type of comfort book you read again and again' Aamna Qureshi, award-winning author of The Lady or the Lion

'I absolutely loved it! Alina Khawaja is such a talented writer, and the story had me hooked from page one. It's funny, clever and full of relatable characters I'm still thinking about. I'm officially a fan and can't wait for the next one from Alina.' Lucy Vine, author of Seven Exes.

‘A beautiful romance about finding your true self’ Woman’s Own

'
a Bridgerton K- drama remix that will delight romance fans…’ Glamour



About The Author

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Alina Khawaja is a graduate from the University of Toronto with a BA in English, History, and Creative Writing, and a recent graduate from Toronto Metropolitan University with an MA in the Literatures of Modernity. When she’s not writing, she’s either reading or trying to keep up with her endless list of K-dramas. She’ll tell anyone who will listen that Crash Landing on You is the best K-drama.

Product Details

  • Publisher: Simon & Schuster UK (March 28, 2024)
  • Length: 320 pages
  • ISBN13: 9781398527027

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Raves and Reviews

'Just as sweet as the romance that blossoms between Maya and Sarfaraz is the satisfaction of watching Maya learn to prioritize her own desires. Figuring out what she really wants in life is tricky enough; throw in familial expectations, a possible curse, and the right man at the wrong time, and you’ve got a delicious recipe for an engaging, relatable, and rewarding read' Sarah Hogle, author of You Deserve Each Other

'
Fans of the romantic slow burn will fall for Maya’s Laws of Love. The international setting provides the perfect backdrop for an emotional plot worthy of a K-drama, and readers will cheer Maya on through her many adventures (and misadventures!)' Lily Chu, author of The Stand-In


'Laugh-out-loud hilarious and gorgeously heartfelt, Khawaja’s cinematic writing will sweep you away and have you falling head over heels in this story about finding joy as you find your truest self. Whether or not you believe in curses at the beginning of the book, like Maya does, you’ll most certainly believe in love by the end of it' Ann Liang, author of If You Could See the Sun

'MAYA'S LAWS OF LOVE is a whirlwind debut you won’t want to miss. Khawaja marvellously crafts a hilarious, sweet romance with nuanced, fleshed out characters and excellent tension. A true joy, this is the type of comfort book you read again and again' Aamna Qureshi, award-winning author of The Lady or the Lion

'Khawaja understands yearning well as this couple navigates attraction and tension through their delightful journey. Her story reminds us that we must get out of our own way to make our own luck' Charish Reid, author of (Trust) Falling for You)

'Maya’s Laws of Love is the perfect enemies-to-lovers read, with a dreamy cinnamon roll hero at the center. Loved this!' Erin La Rosa, author of Plot Twist

'Maya’s Laws of Love was a delight! Packed with charming banter and unexpected adventures, this page-turner is full of twists and turns and sizzling chemistry. Maya and Sarfaraz may have started on the wrong foot, but they quickly learn to rely on each other as they travel from Canada to Switzerland, and finally to Pakistan together. But what really shines in this book is Maya’s growth from a people pleaser who follows her family’s wishes, to finally following her heart and going after what she wants. A wonderful debut!' Farah Heron, author of Jana Goes Wild and Accidentally Engaged

'A Bridgerton K- drama remix that will delight romance fans…’ Glamour

‘A beautiful romance about finding your true self’ Woman's Own

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