Sanskari Sweetheart - by Ananya Devarajan (Hardcover)

About the Book

"Raina needs to win the National Bollywood Dance Circuit Scholarship. That will show her mother that dance can be a financially stable career and prove to her boyfriend and co-captain, Aditya, that they're still the perfect couple, even if all they seem to do these days is fight. There's only one problem--Aditya breaks up with her, their Nationals choreography crumbles on stage, and Raina, as well as her hopes of winning the scholarship, is taken right down with it. All Raina wants is a do-over, so when she wakes up the next morning to a miracle--another chance at Nationals with Aditya by her side--she couldn't be happier. But as the events of the day start repeating, Raina realizes she's stuck in a time loop, cursed to humiliate herself at Nationals and then get dumped--over and over again. Raina is certain that if she follows all the right steps, she can break out of the time loop, win Nationals, and earn back the heart of her one true love in the process. But what if perfection isn't enough?"----

Book Synopsis

Raina needs to win the National Bollywood Dance Circuit Scholarship. That will show her mother that dance can be a financially stable career and prove to her boyfriend and co-captain, Aditya, that they're still the perfect couple, even if all they seem to do these days is fight. There's only one problem--Aditya breaks up with her, their Nationals choreography crumbles on stage, and Raina, as well as her hopes of winning the scholarship, is taken right down with it.
All Raina wants is a do-over, so when she wakes up the next morning to a miracle--another chance at Nationals with Aditya by her side--she couldn't be happier. But as the events of the day start repeating, Raina realizes she's stuck in a time loop, cursed to humiliate herself at Nationals and then get dumped--over and over again.
Raina is certain that if she follows all the right steps, she can break out of the time loop, win Nationals, and earn back the heart of her one true love in the process. But what if perfection isn't enough?

Review Quotes

"A time-loop story centering on Bollywood dance, emotional growth, and finding true love. Devarajan's sophomore novel is a delightful romp through the competitive dance world, replete with nerves, sabotage, and oodles of romance. Raina and Aditya's interactions crackle with chemistry, as Indian American Raina tries and tries again to save their relationship--all while facing the scrutiny and commentary of various aunties. Romantic tension and a range of emotions are on display as the duo work through their issues with heartfelt conversations--and lots of kissing. Raina's journey to self-realization is enjoyable, and readers will feel invested in her. A charming and illuminating romance filled with swoony, timeline-altering chemistry." -Kirkus Reviews

"A heartwarming young adult romance with a fun, fresh spin on the time-loop concept. From the vivid Bollywood Dance competition setting to the charming cast of characters, it's impossible not to fall in love with Sanskari Sweetheart--and with Ananya Devarajan's writing." -Ann Liang, New York Times bestselling author of I Hope This Doesn't Find You

"Sanskari Sweetheart pairs carefully choreographed time-looping surprises with a sweet, smart romance that dances off the page. Lively and surefooted, Devarajan's latest puts a speculative spin on a charming story of family, rediscovery and renewed love." -Emily Wibberley and Austin Siegemund-Broka, authors of Never Vacation With Your Ex

"Raina's richly drawn character arc--including her raw emotional journey from rigid perfectionism to a more vulnerable, self-accepting internal peace--is the star of the show. Exciting depictions of competitive dance as well as Raina and Aditya's sparkling chemistry further propel this charming romp." -Publishers Weekly