8 stories
The Halal Hookup
Mariam downloads a Muslim dating app as a joke, but when she matches with the handsome imam's son Hamza, their virtual flirtation turns into something dangerously real—and decidedly not halal.
The Bakery Romance
Zahra's desi bakery is famous for its gulab jamun. When food inspector Khalid keeps failing her inspections on technicalities, she suspects ulterior motives—and finds unexpected sweetness.
The Butcher and the Vegan
Noor opens a vegan café next to Zahid's halal butcher shop. Their professional rivalry becomes personal in unexpected ways.
The Dentist Date
Mariam hates the dentist. But when her new practitioner is the gorgeous Dr. Rehan, she finds herself booking unnecessary appointments just to see him smile.
The Parking Warden
Yasmin gets a parking ticket and decides to fight it—except the warden who issued it is handsome, reasonable, and keeps running into her everywhere.
The Salon Secret
Zoya runs the most popular Pakistani beauty salon in Birmingham. When new client Samir keeps booking appointments he doesn't need, she realizes he's there for more than a haircut.
The Tech Support Romance
IT support technician Salma thinks she's seen it all until Adeel—handsome startup founder—calls with the most basic computer problem she's ever encountered. His incompetence is adorable; his persistence is irresistible.
The Train Delay
Stuck on a delayed train to Birmingham, Fatima ends up sharing a table with Kamran—a man so infuriating, so attractive, that three hours feels like a lifetime. In the best possible way.