Blog tour and review: Meant to Be

 Tirle:  Meant To Be

Author:  Neha Chenani Khanagwal 

Genre:  Contemporary romance 

Publication Date: September 5th, 2024

Rating: 💥💥💥💥💥

About the Book

My father’s sixtieth birthday arrived, and I knew my life would never be the same!’

Kanika Goyal, a strong and sheltered girl, found herself in the darkest pit imaginable—father arrested for his shady business, hit with harsh judgements, dumped by her fiance over a text! Lost, distraught, and broken, she reached a point where starting afresh seemed like the only way forward. However, just when she believed she had everything under control, life threw her a curveball that made her question her very own existence. The only option presented to her was to marry him. Him? Never! Naa! She would rather skydive without a parachute than marry that slimeball.

‘I had been so blinded by my own insecurities that I failed to see the innocence behind her tears!’

Abhishek Sharma, the big shot who juggled being the COO of Singhania Enterprises and the CEO of Sharma Industries, was still haunted by his broken past. Trusting girls? That was a hard pass for him. She was a constant reminder of his heartbreak—an opportunist, a gold-digger, an attention seeker, until he finally realised he was letting his past cloud his judgement about her. All he needed was a simple ‘I’m sorry’ to clear the air.

But fate had other plans! That little apology spiralled into a twist that left him with no option but to marry her.

Marry her? Excuse me?! What?

What was meant to be a simple apology turned into contractual marriage! Destiny had made its presence known. It threw together two lost souls with shattered dreams, with a snap of its fingers.

Who knows?

Maybe their fates were intertwined long ago!

'Meant To Be' is the second book in the Intertwined Series and can be read as a standalone book.

Tropes: Brother's best friend, He falls harder, Desi romance vibes, Contract marriage, Billionaire, Grovel Romance, Hate To Love.

My Thoughts

Wow.  This was such an emotional and enjoyable read, with some mischief in between.  I was captivated by this story from beginning to end.  And surprisingly, as much as Abhishek's cockiness irked me at times, he and Kanika were and are perfect for each other.  I absolutely loved how this author crafted this story, and I can't wait to see how her career as an author grows.  

About the Author

A happily married woman and a proud mother to her son, Mrs. Neha Chenani Khanagwal works in the capacity of an Assistant Manager at a leading Public Sector Bank. Ever since she joined the corporate world, reading has been her go-to hobby. She especially enjoys the enchanting genres of romance and historical fiction. During the challenging period of the Covid lockdown, she discovered her passion for writing. It all started with jotting down her personal thoughts, which gradually transformed into anecdotes, short stories, and eventually full-fledged novels.

As someone who has always been surrounded by a joint family and wonderful friends, she loves incorporating these bonds into her books. She cherishes the little details and witty banter that make relationships so special and loves to sprinkle her stories with the same magic.

When she is away from the literary world, you might spot her exploring new places with her husband and son. And if that’s not the case, she might just be engrossed in the magical world of Marvels and Disneys, enjoying some quality time with her family.

Feel free to connect with her on Instagram, where you can find her at @nehachenanikhanagwal or follow her writing journey at @author_nck. She is always open to new connections and eager to share her passion for literature and life!