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The Marriage Bureau for Rich People Audiobook

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Read By: Tania Rodrigues Publisher: Recorded Books, Inc. Listen Time: at 1.0x Speed 6.67 hours at 1.5x Speed 5.00 hours at 2.0x Speed Release Date: July 2009 Format: Unabridged Audiobook ISBN: 9781440760471

Quick Stats About this Audiobook

Total Audiobook Chapters:

21

Longest Chapter Length:

44:56 minutes

Shortest Chapter Length:

03:28 minutes

Average Chapter Length:

28:43 minutes

Audiobooks by this Author:

1

Publisher Description

Farahad Zama's debut novel transports listeners to faraway India for a story brimming with endearing characters, homespun wisdom, and blossoming love. After Mr. Ali retires, he launches a matchmaking service that helps an array of clients arrange marriages. But he's unaware of his able assistant's dire need for his marriage bureau.

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"I really liked this book. It was interesting learning a little bit about Indian society. Marriage customs are very interesting, and this book had both a Hindu and a Muslim wedding described. Along with wisdom such as "a daughter without a mother in law is a happy daughter indeed.""

— Emily (5 out of 5 stars)

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  • “A lilting, funny, warmhearted book.”

    — Sophie Kinsella, New York Times bestselling author
  • “A charming novel, fascinating in its depiction of a rich and exotic texture, yet filled with characters as familiar as your next-door neighbors.”

    — Ann B. Ross, New York Times bestselling author of the Miss Julia novels
  • “Farahad Zama’s thoroughly entertaining debut novel captivates and delights. In marrying a uniquely Indian tale of culture and tradition to a universal story of family bonds tested and love triumphant, Zama has arranged a perfect match.”

    — Jennifer Chiaverini, New York Times bestselling author
  • “Zama’s strength is in showing the love that makes the matchmaking system possible, looking at the reciprocity, trust, and devotion that underlie marriage…Zama’s delightful world of mid-morning tea breaks, afternoon siestas, picnics in mango groves, and meddlesome aunties is a pleasant place to hang out.”

    — Publishers Weekly
  • “Zama’s debut novel captivates the reader as an entertaining chronicle of a contemporary Indian matchmaking service and as insightful commentary on the lingering dictates of religion and class in modern India…Zama sprinkles his lively narrative with morsels of everyday life and age-old traditions, from marriage and burial rituals to the making of mung-bean crepes—all of which enrich and enliven his simple and engaging plot.”

    — Booklist
  • “Charming…Fans of Alexander McCall Smith’s intrepid Precious Ramotswe are likely to find an equally engaging protagonist in Mr. Ali.”

    — Kirkus Reviews

The Marriage Bureau for Rich People Listener Reviews

Overall Performance: 3.3333333333333335 out of 53.3333333333333335 out of 53.3333333333333335 out of 53.3333333333333335 out of 53.3333333333333335 out of 5 (3.33)
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  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5 Narration Rating: 0 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 5 Story Rating: 0 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 5

    " Hindu and Muslim customs and traditions in India. A light reading, fun book. "

    — Yael, 2/11/2014
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    " Interesting insight in a different culture. Loved the funny mister Ali and his sweet employee Aruna. "

    — Danielle, 2/11/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5 Narration Rating: 0 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 5 Story Rating: 0 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 5

    " 3.8... SIMPLE READ... VERY FUNNY... DIDN'T LIKE THAT THE ENDING WAS TOO FAIRY TAILISH "

    — Arlene, 2/5/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5 Narration Rating: 0 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 5 Story Rating: 0 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 5

    " What a delightful little gem of a book! It reminded me a lot of the "No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency" books. Well written and charming, I can't wait to get my hands on number two of the series! "

    — Eve, 2/5/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5 Narration Rating: 0 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 5 Story Rating: 0 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 5

    " This book is clean and super sweet. I recommend it for anyone who likes a light, fluffy, romance, and exploring new cultures. :) "

    — J.F., 2/3/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5 Narration Rating: 0 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 5 Story Rating: 0 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 5

    " I can't remember when I read this or where I got it, but I really enjoyed this book. The story was funn light, and I learned about a different culture. For some reason it is a story that has stuck with me. "

    — Tami, 1/20/2014
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5 Narration Rating: 0 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 5 Story Rating: 0 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 5

    " didnt really get started with this book.........quite simplistic "

    — Denise, 1/20/2014
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5 Narration Rating: 0 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 5 Story Rating: 0 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 5

    " Reminded me of Baking Cakes in Kiligari. Focused on a young unmarried woman in south Indian who works with a retired couple to open up match making business. There they meet many different characters and learn about love and acceptance. "

    — Miko, 1/14/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5 Narration Rating: 0 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 5 Story Rating: 0 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 5

    " Good read but predictable ending. Enjoyed the insight into Indian culture. "

    — Nicole, 1/11/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5 Narration Rating: 0 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 5 Story Rating: 0 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 5

    " This is a very sweet book that provides a glimpse into another culture, but ultimately it's not terribly deep. Good summer reading. "

    — Clara, 12/18/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5 Narration Rating: 0 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 5 Story Rating: 0 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 5

    " Thought this book had great insite to the Indian culture. Slow paced, but nice to know more about a country so different from my own. "

    — Cristy, 12/11/2013

About Tania Rodrigues

Tania Rodrigues is a London-based actor and voice artist and an Earphones Award–winning narrator. She brings a unique cultural perspective to her work, coming from a family with roots in India, Portugal, and Britain. She grew up in Hong Kong and has since lived in both the UK and US. She trained at the Drama Studio in London and completed a BA degree with honors in English and drama. She has narrated many award-winning audiobooks, including the Booker Prize winner The Inheritance of Loss by Kiran Desai.