A Kiss on the Forehead

Marriage is considered one of the most sacred bonds between two people. Its outreach extends far beyond a simple promise to be loyal and faithful to one person and one person alone. However, when influenced by the push and pull of cultural stigmas, religious boundaries, and differences in generational mindsets, it can also be one of the most complex and daunting experiences anyone can go through.

A Kiss on the Forehead is an attempt to tell a story that happens far too often and isn't discussed enough. Shaan, a first generation college graduate from a conversative Muslim, Pakistani household, falls in love with Alisha, a Hindu, Indian girl. What's supposed to be a celebration of love and a bond built of trust, compassion, and empathy quickly becomes a tumultuous

whirlwind of emotion, rejection, and ultimately, reconciliation. Relationships like these, where two supposedly incompatible worlds come together to create a new harmony, are becoming more prevalent, and yet they are still heavily looked down upon. We're slowly moving towards a more accepting world with the freedom to exist as yourself, but it's still not happening fast enough.

Barnes & Noble

Amazon

Archway Publishing

I found the book to be an extremely thoughtful read. It's focused around family and multicultural relationships. There are many aspects of the book that are very relatable and insightful. The author shares his story very eloquently.

- via Amazon Reviews

This is such an incredible true story that had me hooked from the beginning, felt like a modern day Romeo and Juliet. I feel like this subject is common but not spoken about enough, and whatever your background is, it’s relatable to modern love that can often be constricted by cultural/family/societal norms. I loved the journey the author takes us on, it’s truly an eye opening experience to read! Well written, inspirational, interesting, must read!