Books Ayesha at Last  by Uzma Jalaluddin 

"Ayesha at Last" by Uzma Jalaluddin is a contemporary romance novel that loosely retells Jane Austen's "Pride and Prejudice" set within a Canadian Muslim community. The story follows Ayesha Shamsi, a 20-something aspiring poet who works as a substitute teacher while paying off debts to her wealthy uncle. Although her family pressures her about marriage, especially compared to her younger cousin Hafsa who receives many proposals, Ayesha is reluctant to accept arranged marriage traditions.

Ayesha meets Khalid, a handsome, conservative Muslim man who works in tech and strongly believes in arranged marriage, planning to let his mother choose his spouse. Initially, they clash due to their contrasting views on faith and modern life. Ayesha ends up impersonating her cousin Hafsa at a mosque committee planning a youth conference, which throws her and Khalid into working closely together. This shared experience leads to a slow-burn romance filled with misunderstandings, cultural expectations, and personal growth.