Caste in the Stars

A Novel

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For fans of Becka Mack and Lauren Asher comes a heart-stopping and utterly romantic story about two people from opposite worlds who dare to risk the odds to be together.

She did everything right—until her life fell apart.
The last place Priya Solanki wants to be is back at the funeral home her parents have run for decades—a place tied to a caste legacy the world says is long gone, but that her family carried from India to Canada and never let go of. Her traditional parents call it fate—proof that her path was written in the stars, just like the generations before her. But to Priya, it’s a life she never chose, and one she’s spent years trying to outrun. Her plan is simple: regroup, reset, and finally break the cycle.

Then Ethan Knight reappears.
Once the reckless, motorcycle-riding boy next door, he’s now a full-blown Hollywood star—older, incredibly handsome, and impossible to avoid. Adored by millions and followed everywhere by flashing cameras, he’s renting out the funeral home to prepare for a role—and flipping every piece of Priya’s plan upside down.

And finally, the stars align.
Trapped in close quarters with the boy she once loved in silence, Priya can’t escape the heat, the history, or the ache she’s buried for years. But falling for Ethan doesn’t just mean risking her heart; it means stepping into a world that was never built for someone like her—and daring to believe she belongs in it anyway. 

But even if she takes the risk, what happens when Ethan leaves? Because, inevitably, he will.

Loving him wouldn’t just destroy her—it would destroy everything she’s trying to rebuild.
"I binge-read this! Heartfelt and hopeful—Caste in the Stars is a sexy, swoony story about second chances, finding your place in the world, and the wonder of falling in love."
—Bailey Hannah, USA Today bestselling author of Alive and Wells

"Every once in a while, you read a romance filled with so much heart that your own heart grows a few sizes. Caste in the Stars bursts with the beauty of human connection, the courage of reaching for dreams, and the pure healing power of family. Swoony, sexy, and fearless—I absolutely loved it!"
—Sonali Dev, bestselling author of There’s Something About Mira

"Caste in the Stars is both swoon-worthy and thought-provoking. This childhood-crush, movie-star romance is filled with heartfelt moments, memorable characters, and sizzling connections."
—Farah Heron, author of Accidentally Engaged and Just Playing House

"Love conquers all in this sharp, witty and humorous tale of two people who find love in the most unexpected of circumstances. Leylah Attar has once again, captivated our emotions in this second-chance story where cultural expectations and conflicting backgrounds are no match against the unifying power of the human heart."
—Anna Gomez, bestselling author of Moments Like This and In This Life
LEYLAH ATTAR is an award-winning Indo-Canadian author. Her self-published work has appeared on the New York Times, USA Today and Wall Street Journal's bestseller lists. A recipient of the Writer's Digest Award and the IndieReader Discovery Award, Leylah writes stories that reflect her diverse influences and heritage, and have sold over 150K copies across formats. Caste in the Stars is her traditional publishing debut. She lives in Toronto with her husband, son and the most adorable Yorkshire Terrier on the planet. View titles by Leylah Attar

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For fans of Becka Mack and Lauren Asher comes a heart-stopping and utterly romantic story about two people from opposite worlds who dare to risk the odds to be together.

She did everything right—until her life fell apart.
The last place Priya Solanki wants to be is back at the funeral home her parents have run for decades—a place tied to a caste legacy the world says is long gone, but that her family carried from India to Canada and never let go of. Her traditional parents call it fate—proof that her path was written in the stars, just like the generations before her. But to Priya, it’s a life she never chose, and one she’s spent years trying to outrun. Her plan is simple: regroup, reset, and finally break the cycle.

Then Ethan Knight reappears.
Once the reckless, motorcycle-riding boy next door, he’s now a full-blown Hollywood star—older, incredibly handsome, and impossible to avoid. Adored by millions and followed everywhere by flashing cameras, he’s renting out the funeral home to prepare for a role—and flipping every piece of Priya’s plan upside down.

And finally, the stars align.
Trapped in close quarters with the boy she once loved in silence, Priya can’t escape the heat, the history, or the ache she’s buried for years. But falling for Ethan doesn’t just mean risking her heart; it means stepping into a world that was never built for someone like her—and daring to believe she belongs in it anyway. 

But even if she takes the risk, what happens when Ethan leaves? Because, inevitably, he will.

Loving him wouldn’t just destroy her—it would destroy everything she’s trying to rebuild.

Reviews

"I binge-read this! Heartfelt and hopeful—Caste in the Stars is a sexy, swoony story about second chances, finding your place in the world, and the wonder of falling in love."
—Bailey Hannah, USA Today bestselling author of Alive and Wells

"Every once in a while, you read a romance filled with so much heart that your own heart grows a few sizes. Caste in the Stars bursts with the beauty of human connection, the courage of reaching for dreams, and the pure healing power of family. Swoony, sexy, and fearless—I absolutely loved it!"
—Sonali Dev, bestselling author of There’s Something About Mira

"Caste in the Stars is both swoon-worthy and thought-provoking. This childhood-crush, movie-star romance is filled with heartfelt moments, memorable characters, and sizzling connections."
—Farah Heron, author of Accidentally Engaged and Just Playing House

"Love conquers all in this sharp, witty and humorous tale of two people who find love in the most unexpected of circumstances. Leylah Attar has once again, captivated our emotions in this second-chance story where cultural expectations and conflicting backgrounds are no match against the unifying power of the human heart."
—Anna Gomez, bestselling author of Moments Like This and In This Life

Author

LEYLAH ATTAR is an award-winning Indo-Canadian author. Her self-published work has appeared on the New York Times, USA Today and Wall Street Journal's bestseller lists. A recipient of the Writer's Digest Award and the IndieReader Discovery Award, Leylah writes stories that reflect her diverse influences and heritage, and have sold over 150K copies across formats. Caste in the Stars is her traditional publishing debut. She lives in Toronto with her husband, son and the most adorable Yorkshire Terrier on the planet. View titles by Leylah Attar
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