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Sunday 30 July 2017
A Team of Extraordinary Bastards by Arka Datta
Published Year: 2017
Publication: Storymirror
Genre: Fiction
Pages: 324
Format: Paperback
Synopsis
Arya Sen is destiny’s child, a young boy from Kolkata who is born to be the greatest the Football World has ever seen. The universe never fails to surprise him with good fortunes as he embarks on his journey from Kolkata to all over the world. But, just when he starts to believe that nothing can go wrong for him, everything changes.
Surrounded by loss, darkness, and complete absence of luck, Arya desperately waits for hope. And it appears but from the unlikeliest of places. With the support of his wife April and younger brother Ilan, Arya takes upon him a task that is bigger and more important than all of them. This time, he is up against his greatest friend: Destiny.
My Review
Published Year: 2017
Publication: Storymirror
Genre: Fiction
Pages: 324
Format: Paperback
Arya Sen is destiny’s child, a young boy from Kolkata who is born to be the greatest the Football World has ever seen. The universe never fails to surprise him with good fortunes as he embarks on his journey from Kolkata to all over the world. But, just when he starts to believe that nothing can go wrong for him, everything changes.
Surrounded by loss, darkness, and complete absence of luck, Arya desperately waits for hope. And it appears but from the unlikeliest of places. With the support of his wife April and younger brother Ilan, Arya takes upon him a task that is bigger and more important than all of them. This time, he is up against his greatest friend: Destiny.
My Review
A Team of
Extraordinary Bastards by Arka Datta is a beautiful tale of Arya Sen, a
footballer, who after zillions of upheavals finally attain everything in his
life. This book is something which will inspire you. Paths of happiness cannot
be achieved only by walking on spiritual path but one can have or achieve them
living in this world also. This is the core theme or message wants to convey with
this story.
It is difficult
to weave a story using a game and that too an inspirational one but author has
succeeded thoroughly. The story beings with a match, football. The sport was magnificently used in the story which makes this book out of the box as well
as makes its readers hooked on their edges. The book makes you believe in your
dreams again.
This is
something which is loved by sports lovers and liked by all. Language was
readable and decent. Narration was slow allowing readers to read every bit of
Arya and his baffled life. I do not know why such title was choose at first
place but at the end I realized its crux. The cover is beautiful and goes with
the storyline.
Overall the book
succeeds making its reader worth a wait till the last page of the book. I would
rate it 3.5/5 stars. I would like to thanks author for sending me a copy of his
work. Book is indeed special.
Reviewed by Aditi Srivastava
The Three Wise Monkeys by Jeet Gain
Published Year: 2016
Publication: Frog Books
Genre: Fiction
Pages: 400
Format: Paperback/Kindle
Synopsis
The trio Amar, Akbar and Anthony had no clue whatsoever about their goddammit indecisive-careers-and-indefinite-struggles.
And that was because they were born with the Peter Pan Syndrome and were simple enough to be tricked by anyone, including their mystifying girlfriends—Meghna, Farah and Sarah.
And as is the fate of all morons, they were drawn into trouble—deep trouble—of hiding crores of rupees of black money in secret offshore companies.
Will their mistake of turning a blind eye to the philosophy of ‘See no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil’ cost them their careers and put them in prison?
Or
Will Lady Luck change their fortunes forever?
My Review
Published Year: 2016
Publication: Frog Books
Genre: Fiction
Pages: 400
Format: Paperback/Kindle
Synopsis
The trio Amar, Akbar and Anthony had no clue whatsoever about their goddammit indecisive-careers-and-indefinite-struggles.
And that was because they were born with the Peter Pan Syndrome and were simple enough to be tricked by anyone, including their mystifying girlfriends—Meghna, Farah and Sarah.
And as is the fate of all morons, they were drawn into trouble—deep trouble—of hiding crores of rupees of black money in secret offshore companies.
Will their mistake of turning a blind eye to the philosophy of ‘See no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil’ cost them their careers and put them in prison?
Or
Will Lady Luck change their fortunes forever?
My Review
Three Wise Monkeys by Jeet Jain is light hearted novel, in
which author and story both had intended to laugh out it’s readers. The cover
of the book reflects three who sat on a lump of currency notes. Title is witty
and would grab the attention and is apt on too.
The plot is something which is gripping where Amar, Akbar
and Anotony struggle to pass C.A. first and later to get some pink notes into
their pockets. The trio desperately searched from clients make them meet Ashwin
Farah, a cunning banker with a never ending greed who indulge the trio in money laundering business without their knowledge.
Amar, Akbar and Anthony became the national as well as
international focuse out of the blue. Three wise monkeys is a story of three
unwise monkeys and how they help the trio to settle the scores.
Book begin with brief indroduction about the trio and their
not-so-happening life and later the book dwells into dark and humor. The book
is fast paced with humon unfolded at every page. High voltage climax. Author has tried to rib tickle it’s readers,
somewhere he succeeds and somewhere he doesn’t.
Overall the book is one time read. Definitely the book is
humorus and full of imagination but somewhere it would bore it’s readers.
I would rate 3/5 stars.
Reviewed by Aditi Srivastava
Book Review: Dying To Live by Monisha
K Gumber
Published
Year: 2017
Publication:
Leadstart Publishing Pvt Ltd
Genre: Motivational
Teen Fiction
Pages: 229
Format:
Paperback
Synopsis
Megha, a young super-achiever with a perfect life has all that is needed to be happy. After all why wouldn’t she? A swimming champion, school topper, popular, good-looking girl with amazing friends and loving parents. What more could a girl ask for? A lot, actually.
Because even when she has it all; she sulks and does the unthinkable. A grave mistake that could take her to her own grave. But survivor that she is, she breaks through the wall of ‘perfections’ and accepts that she is what she is: sad, vulnerable and confused. Oh, don’t get her wrong, as she puts up a tough fight to reach where she is meant to be. And on the way learns some lessons that will take her through this amazing journey called life. A happy kind of life.
Because even when she has it all; she sulks and does the unthinkable. A grave mistake that could take her to her own grave. But survivor that she is, she breaks through the wall of ‘perfections’ and accepts that she is what she is: sad, vulnerable and confused. Oh, don’t get her wrong, as she puts up a tough fight to reach where she is meant to be. And on the way learns some lessons that will take her through this amazing journey called life. A happy kind of life.
My
Review
“Dying to live” is a story of a teenage girl Megha, who is
strong and determined to be the best. She has everything in her life, wonderful
parents, cool friends whom she sometimes envies, blue stocking and to be
national level swimming champion. But sometimes she too sucks and failed
miserably. Something which she was aware of but couldn’t control her rushing
emotions on various life events. A year of teenage is very delicate because you
have no control on emotions and it tends to drive you crazy. People talk about
your benefit but you turn down their requests and start thinking as if you
could do the best.
Magha was too trapped in her mind as well as of her
surrounding. This book is actually a story of a teenage girl who fights to
become best from the worst she did at times. Book will hook you will so many
illustrations which makes the book and characters live. We see so many
teenagers struggling either to excel in studies or trying to fix themselves
with someone from opposite gender. Well that’s what teenage is about. A driven
force where your mind and surrounding both tries to hold you or make you weak
for taking some crazy decision . Megha’s
story is something which deserves ears because how many if you would wants
remember how an all-rounder becomes an average yet happy girl.
Book talks about various issues which we faced or our
friends faced and an insight is given by the book how to overcome your biggest obstacles.
A supercool Nani who acts like light at the end of tunnel and a
mother who always want her child to be the best. The book is motivational read
and would make you to step into Meghs’s shoe.
Characterization is good, illustrations in the book is
really very amazing. Language is good almost like reading a teenager’s diary.
The cover is beautiful and the title matches the storyline.
Overall the book has justified at all the levels just like
the previous one “Sick of Being Healthy”, which I want to read. Book is
recommended to both parents and teenagers. I would rate 3.5 stars/5. I wish to
read more from the author’s work.
Reviewed by Aditi Srivastava
Book Review: The Quest of the Sparrows
Published
Year:
2017(Second Edition)
Synopsis
A seemingly ordinary young man forced to become a guru takes a leap of faith and sets off with his followers on a taxing journey that changes their mindsets and lives forever. Inspired by the carefree life of a sparrow, reluctant guru Partibhan takes off on a 600 kilometre expedition on foot to test his theory of practical spirituality. He believes that human beings can become powerful creators, but the desire to secure the future makes them mere survivors. However, survival isn’t the only goal of life. A much bigger role, a higher calling awaits us. Will Guru Partibhan and his disciples complete the journey? Will they discover their true potential and find everlasting joy? Looks at the importance of spirituality in today's fast paced world. A must read for all those feeling burnt out and wondering about the ‘higher purpose’ of their lives. The story of a young man who finds his calling in life, written in a relatable manner.
My
Review
The Quest of the Sparrows is something different from what I
read in other motivational and self-help books. The book consists of three
people and three different lives- Nikhil, Sanjeev and Partibhan who embarks
together in a spiritual journey to discovers the ultimate truth that how can
one be free like sparrows. The journey
then became the turning point of their lives and with each day they learn
something very acknowledging from simple incidents or hurdles they faced.
Nikhil who lives in London has a family who is no more with
him. He succeed everything in life but never know what family is about or how
to be a happy person. Until one day, a newspaper advertisement’s caught his
attention and he determined himself to walk on the path of spirituality.
Sanjeev who is a private detective hired to spy on the Guru
Pratibhan to prove that he is imposter like other Guru’s we see in television.
Sanjeev has gone though worse in his life and he did not wants to believe in
something which exists far above from human acceptance, the divine power. His perceptions
lead to spy Pratiban but when he knew the truth and power, he too became his
follower.
Guru Pratibhan, just like them faced worse in childhood. His
father’s leaves him and his mother in search of truth, a sick mother and huge
loan amount to be paid and loan sharks who harass him. In the last days of his father, he offered
him to take his place and spread the divine message but Pratibhan was reluctant
and blamed his father of all miseries they faced all their life. But something
transformed or we better say Pratibhan was a true austere.
The story is different like I said earlier and very
enlighten. Book talks about how human
tends to run for materialism all his life but then at the end he wants to be
transformed.
Though the book is fictional not spiritual guidance or
something but proved to be amazing art of reflecting the right path.
I personally loved the book cover and the title. Narration
was good and language was smooth and comprehendible. I would rate 4/5 stars.
Reviewed by Aditi Srivastava
The Aravan Head by Arvind Narsima
Published Year: 2017
Publication: Inspire India Publishers
Genre: Fiction/Thriller
Pages: 259
Format: Paperback/Kindle
Synopsis
A politically driven criminal syndicate tries to steal a valuable ancient artifact, The Aravan Head, from a very old temple of the transgenders in Hijravan. Police officer Arya foils the well planned attempt. The incident unfolds a deadly secret that connects to a series of mind-boggling crimes which points to an unlikely person of tremendous authority in the political & business circles of Mumbai. With his friends kidnapped, his own people involved with the criminals and himself facing departmental enquiry, Arya is strangulated from all sides. Meanwhile in Delhi, 4 college girls, fed-up with the canteen food, hire a cook. While they expect an old, typically professional person, they are in for a great surprise that leaves them sweetly shocked. But the surprise is short lived after a beautiful transgender arrives at their bungalow revealing secrets that baffle them. Unfortunately the lives of the 4 girls become a nightmare along with that of the transgender. Did Arya arrest the main perpetrator behind all the crimes? What dangers did the Transgender bring to the girls? Did they survive the deadly situation they were pushed into? What price did Arya pay to win?
My Review
Published Year: 2017
Publication: Inspire India Publishers
Genre: Fiction/Thriller
Pages: 259
Format: Paperback/Kindle
Synopsis
A politically driven criminal syndicate tries to steal a valuable ancient artifact, The Aravan Head, from a very old temple of the transgenders in Hijravan. Police officer Arya foils the well planned attempt. The incident unfolds a deadly secret that connects to a series of mind-boggling crimes which points to an unlikely person of tremendous authority in the political & business circles of Mumbai. With his friends kidnapped, his own people involved with the criminals and himself facing departmental enquiry, Arya is strangulated from all sides. Meanwhile in Delhi, 4 college girls, fed-up with the canteen food, hire a cook. While they expect an old, typically professional person, they are in for a great surprise that leaves them sweetly shocked. But the surprise is short lived after a beautiful transgender arrives at their bungalow revealing secrets that baffle them. Unfortunately the lives of the 4 girls become a nightmare along with that of the transgender. Did Arya arrest the main perpetrator behind all the crimes? What dangers did the Transgender bring to the girls? Did they survive the deadly situation they were pushed into? What price did Arya pay to win?
My Review
The Aravan Head by Arvind Narsima is a ‘well described and the most
entertaining thriller”. This book is page turner which revolves around the protagonist
Arya the police who tried to bridge between mysterious incidents which were
occurring one after the other. This book is complete mixture of action, drama,
thriller and love. After reading this book I felt like I was watching movie on
television with strong plot and amazing character building.
The plot is something which will surprise the readers page after page.
It is totally unpredictable and packed with action. The book commenced with
three hideous murders at different places in different locations and in different
timing, but everything was in loop which readers will realize at the end.
The plot centers around the title “The Aravan Head” which is said that
it might cure disease and a god of transgender communities. The story moves
both in past and present which will make its readers on the edge. Somewhere you
will find yourself in a fix. The moment you will feel that you have solved the mystery
it gets more deepen and darken. Characterization is something which is very
strong point I considered about this very book. They actually look alive to me.
Every page is like a clue given to you to solve, the more you solve the more it
gets complex and ultimately book will leave you in amazement.
Multiple characters which never get mixed with one and the other, is
something which I really liked about the book. A personally enjoyed read Arya
part, which is cop and hunt to solve the murders. He was type of person who
shoot and talk less. Typically what we see in movies.
Talking about the language which was very good and enjoyable. The title
and cover justifies the crux of the book whereas the book talks about social
topics which didn’t hindered the path of enjoying this thriller action packed
book.
I would rate it 4/5 stars. I’m glad that Arudha Club for sending me a
copy of this novel.
Reviewed by Aditi Srivastava
Book Review of The 365
Days by Nikhil Ramteke
Published
Year: 2016
Publication:
Genre: Fiction
Pages: 178
Format: Paperback/Kindle
Synopsis
Shijukutty, a Malayali fisherman, leaves his tiny hamlet of abject poverty in the coastal village of Vizhinjam on the outskirts of Thiruvananthapuram, the capital city of Kerala, that picturesque vignette of searing beauty on the southwestern coast of India. Shiju, like millions of other Malayalis, seeks his destiny in Dubai, that gleaming global hub of fortune on the southeast coast of the Persian Gulf. What unfolds is a stirring story of distilled hardship, exploitation, identity, and friendship, and the heartbreaking choices Shiju is often forced to make. So what he sees is not what he experiences when he lands in a world of glimmering towers, fast-paced life, and unabashed opulence. For what he was not prepared for was the dark underbelly of Dubai beyond the shimmering mirage.
Shiju's life is no more the same. But he holds his ground, drawing on ancient instincts of his seafaring ancestry. As things settle down around him, he is inexorably pulled into the canyon of recession... Will Shiju be able to hold on to his dreams? Will he able to pull out himself from the whirlpool? Will he survive against all odds? Will he redeem himself? Nikhil Ramteke unfolds an extraordinary saga about Indian expatriates, their struggles, their alienation, and their dreams. The 365 Days is more than a story of a year in Shijukutty's life.
My Review
Pre or post independence days, India has
always emerged as a country with most labor supply or we can say manpower
supply across the globe. Legally or illegally, our work force has been sent
away from the native land which sometimes leads to luxury definitely by luck
but most of the time it had given us sleepless nights.
The 365 Days is one such story which is
definitely written in fiction but trust me the storyline remind me of case I
learned two years back in economics. This is story of Shijukutty, a Malayali fisherman, leaves his
motherland to Dubai, in search of better opportunity. But does destined has
planned futile results or he would be like one of the sufferer?
Coming back to book, when I read the blurb, it
was really very comprehendible about the story. Author had has provided more
than required which makes readers to guess a lot. Book cover was apt but I felt
title could have been worked better.
Story begins, where Shijukutty goes to Dubia
for more explorer and opportunity but sooner he realized how he was fooled
regarding employment. Author has picked very touchy topic to pen down, human
trafficking, where a poor is forced to get lure by people whom he might not be
aware of as well as their background to
him are either unknown. Book was easy to read as well as understandable but was
monotonous when it comes to lengthy chapters. Author could have worked in this
particular portion.
My personally enjoyed portion was when author
describes about recession period and its impact on entire country moreover how
it creates troubles for the civilians who were living in that problem-stricken
country away from the family. This particular portion was really very enjoyable
and related to day to day scenario. Character building was decent but somewhere
I felt, this section could have been written in a concise way.
Language was good but excess use regional
language makes it off a bit. Narration was not fast nor too slow. Overall the
book was a light read.
Reviewed by Aditi Srivastava
Book Review
of Oh my Goddess! By Rohan Govenkar
Published
Year: 2017
Publication:
Genre: Fiction
Pages: 285
Format: Paperback
Synopsis
The biggest dream in Naveen's life, at this point, is to get Jessica attracted to him. Stunningly beautiful and incredibly proud, Jessica is his millionaire boss's daughter; and Naveen believes that the chances of her falling for an ordinary, middle-class guy such as him are miniscule, unless......... ........
they are both locked up together, in a romantic setting, isolated from the outside world. So an obsessed Naveen hires goons to nab Jessica, fake his own kidnapping and keep them both as hostages in a rented, plush villa in Aldona village. The motive is disguised as ransom.
While Naveen tries to make quality time with the terrified Jessica, he notices that the villa has some of its own secrets that could annihilate his chances. The house happens to be a location for a horror video-prank set up by two mischievous boys from Mumbai, and is bugged with all sorts of gadgetry and ghoulish props.
What happens next is pure adventure that leaves Naveen to his wit's end. Will everything go in accordance with Naveen's carefully laid-out plan? Or will he end up in jail? To find out more, do check out this page-turner of an exciting romantic thriller that will make you go 'Oh My Goddess!'
My Review
"Oh my godess",
trust me, these were the final words which escape from my mouth as soon as put
the book down. I wonder why I kept it down because I have started rereading it.
Well, now you may have realized how much I adore this work. Jesus! This book
deserves it. Oh my Godess!, is one such books which will remain with me till the end. I wonder whether to call it magic or else but I'm spellbound this moment. Penning down this review is like describing the rollercoaster ride this book gave me. This a story of a boy who hails from a middle class family, Naveen and fall for his boss's daughter, Jassica. And another story moves with it which is of Jackie and Kalpesh, who struggles to make their names in the world. Sooner or later, their wishes were granted.
Story begins with hilarious acts or actions done by Jackie which were constantly recorded by Kalpesh on camera. Both friends were travelling to Mumbai, in a hope that they would explore and utilise their talents and would bloom but luck was hard on them.
Parallely, Naveen was recently placed with a MNC which deals with monetary and was breathing sign of relief until his happiness was knocked out by local goon.
Story was full of entertaining episodes and drama which we see in movies. Let me sum it up in three words. Entertainment. Entertainment. Entertainment. I have never read any fiction by an Indian author who was capable of making me laugh, stress and scared at a same time. But this book did.
Book has done justification on every part which makes this book worth. Right from the title, which was so fresh and catchy. Book cover was just breathtaking and will drive readers to flaunt this book, like I do these days. Story which will be so fascinating and you would be compelled to read it again. Editing done by Kanishka Gupta and Achala Upendran was again amazing, flawless work.
It is hard to say which portion or character I enjoyed the most. But I really loved to read part of Jackie, Naveen and Dexter. Jackie, whose accent was exactly like a typical Up wala, was the most entertaining character. This particular character is so strong that reader would expect to learn more about him. Naveen, a middle class boy who fancy Jassica, business tycoon daughter and get trapped in a house. He did every possible things which any boy would do for Jassica but he succeeds or not, for that you have to read this book. Naveen life was messy but his brain was too fast to make up everything. I adore him. Dexter, the security head of Zaveri's company, a brainy dude who was one of the most influential character you would read. Damn! This guy nailed it. Each character was developed very delicately and in a different manner from the other.
Plot was amazing and full of suspense, that whatever I guessed, used to go into the bin. So much twists and turns, with amazing imagination of author. Personally enjoyed plots were in the initial chapters where Jackie and Kalpesh were having fun when they enroute. Second was when Naveen and Jassica was trapped and after few days mischievous incidents started happening, it was scary for me too. Then I loved how Dexter uses his brain and his conflicts with sub inspector. There's so much about every page I enjoyed but doing so would make me spoiler here.
Author has done fabulous job, be it story, language and narration. This book is "paisa-wasool". I highly recommend you people.
I would rate it 4/5stars. Now, please excuse me because I'm going back to reading this book. At last I would love to thank author, for sending me a copy and accepting my concerns when review was delayed.
Reviewed by Aditi Srivastava
Saturday 22 July 2017
Author– Ghazala Rizvi
Publisher– Notionpress Publishers
ISBN-13 – 978-9352065592
Number of Pages- 244
Blurb-
A death leads Jamal and Dev on a quest for truth and unravels a mystery connecting the by-lanes of Hyderabad to the Gomal Valley in the Pak-Afghan border. In its wake, Jamal and Dev leave behind a trail of bodies and reveal a tale of gore and greed that shatters their fragile perception of reality. As the two friends grope and meander through the labyrinth of lies, they discover the truths about themselves. They realize that sometimes life carries you to a place where you no longer know yourself; and then friendships are the first casualties. Will their friendship survive the burden of truth?
Review-
The cover looks good. It's simple and sombre, and with a caricature of Tughlaqabad's fort it looks a bit mysterious. The background colour also plays a bit intrigue into the clothings of the book, but I feel that a thriller like this deserves a better cover.
The title is apt and it goes with the book, even though it's not that much worked. Majid's Diary has a great role to play in the story, and that's the reason why the action starts! Why Majid commits suicide?
The blurb is fine, and pregnant with ideas. Still I feel that the last three lines break the action and the rush, which the rest of the blurb creates.
The storyline is good. Plot is well woven. The action sequences are well written. There is a nice theme play involved. On one hand one can see terrorism, religious stereotypes, crime, lies, deceit, and everything in between, on the other one can see love, friendship and bravery. This story moves like a movie and it's lucid wordflow maintains its velocity, though there are a few potholes in between, which can be cured by good editing.
Keeping the cons, which are a few, aside this is a decent debut. And in the times when we have only one or two names producing good fiction in suspense-thriller scenario in India, this book stands promising.
I'll rate this book 3.5 stars out of 5. If you love reading thrillers by Indian authors, then you can pick this book, and it will leave you enchanted, wanting for more.
Sunday 2 July 2017
White Smoke by Nikhil
Mahajan
Published Year: 2017
Publication: Srishti Publishers and
Distributors
Genre: Fiction
Pages: 147
Format: Paperback/Kindle
Synopsis
Virat studies in a
renowned boarding school in Shimla. But behind the façade of a happy teenager
is a disturbed child trying to fight the pain of his mother’s death and his
father’s ignorance. Neither love nor friends seem to be of any help. That’s
when he finds a picture in a library book, which changes his life forever.
In trying to find the truth behind the girl in the picture, he stumbles upon dirty secrets and a scandal that shocks him.
Meanwhile in Delhi, a CID officer and Police Inspector Mathur are trying to unravel the mystery behind the gruesome murders of two influential families that seem to be connected to the mysterious girl in the picture.
Will Virat be able to find the mysterious girl or lose himself on the way?
Discover the chilling reality of life, friendship, love and deceit behind the curtain of White Smoke.
My Review
White Smoke The Missing Shimla Girl is one
of the best mystery novel I have read so far in 2017 by an India author. Book
consists of three different plots without getting mingled in one another. Virat
and Payal who were once a loved couple later things turned bitter between them.
Arjun and Mahi, a lopsided story which then shape in a form of nightmare. Heinous murder cases which shook the nation. Book
will veered your flow and you would find standing in a mid of two diversion.
Suspense portion just thrilled me.
Book begins with Virat, a
loner; who always remain aloof due to his personal life. Until I found a
picture of the girl in school library. A picture which became his possession.
Story then shift to Arjun and Mahi. Arjun who was drug addict a spoilt brat of
rich family whereas Mahi who hails from business family too but she was blue
stoking of her class. Love blossomed between them very late, but it was too
late then. Third part of the story reflects business tycoon murders. Cases look
like as if they can’t be solved.
Language of the book was crisp
and so enjoyable. I felt different flavors with each page I flip. Narration was
just so fine, it will not drag readers directly to last page at once, readers
can complete it in multiple sittings because as I said earlier plot differs
from page to page. Title of the book was catchy and goes with the storyline.
Whereas book cover was beautifully designed and readers can hunch on the book
just by seeing cover.
Multiple characters were
involved in the story but they will not make readers confused. Character
building was so strong that I myself ponder whom I loved the most, a sane boy
like Virat or Arjun whom one will hate once the book finishes or officer like
Mathur, brainy; guy I tell you.
Plot moves between past and
present and I enjoyed every bit of it. There was no boredom anywhere. I enjoyed
how the murder cases were solved and the budding relationship between Arjun and
Mahi. The ending chapter was brilliant but the last page will blow your mind.
The only flaw I felt was book
was guessing a little may be readers won’t find it. Perception varies.
Overall I thoroughly enjoyed
the book and I would rate 3.5/5 stars. Book has entered into the most
anticipated book of the 2017. Wait! Review is finished. Go and grab the book.
Reviewed by Aditi Srivastava
Saturday 1 July 2017
Inside the Heart of hope by Rishabh
Puri
Published Year: 2017
Publication: Srishti Publishers Distributors
Genre: Fiction
Pages: 121
Format: Paperback/Kindle
Synopsis
We’re all a little broken, and that’s okay.
Or is it? Rick has a medical condition that makes his life different from the rest. But unlike others around him, he sees this not as a curse, but as an opportunity to cherish life and all the bitter-sweet gifts it brings with it.
Amidst frequent visits to the doctor, multiple surgeries that risk his life being, and a life that meant surveillance all the time, Rick has to fight for himself each day. But he pulls through, thanks to his family and friend Jacob, who become his pillars of strength.
And then, at a time when he is least expecting it, and with someone he meets by accident – love happens. It’s a new feeling for his heart and he is scared to lose it.
Will Lisa really understand the goodness of his heart or just walk away?
Inside the Heart of Hope is a story of strong will, perseverance and optimism which will make you wonder if sky is really the limit.
Or is it? Rick has a medical condition that makes his life different from the rest. But unlike others around him, he sees this not as a curse, but as an opportunity to cherish life and all the bitter-sweet gifts it brings with it.
Amidst frequent visits to the doctor, multiple surgeries that risk his life being, and a life that meant surveillance all the time, Rick has to fight for himself each day. But he pulls through, thanks to his family and friend Jacob, who become his pillars of strength.
And then, at a time when he is least expecting it, and with someone he meets by accident – love happens. It’s a new feeling for his heart and he is scared to lose it.
Will Lisa really understand the goodness of his heart or just walk away?
Inside the Heart of Hope is a story of strong will, perseverance and optimism which will make you wonder if sky is really the limit.
My Review
Risbhabh Puri’s
Inside the Heart of hope is a story of wretched heart to breathe and envy to
belong to someone. Story is warm and simple tale of Rick and reverberating life
which keeps him between the devil and the deeps. Story will not gain your
attention in initials chapters but slowly you proceed you will find it decent.
Rick was patient
of hyperlipidemia, was struggling hard to lead a normal life but again his
health collapse and he landed up on hospital bed. Operation after another but
his life was not getting pace instead a constant fuss was around him. Rick was
a strong character who keeps fighting odds till he shows his worth to everyone.
After tons of hardship Rick finally found peace in his life.
Story reflects how
dreary life becomes of a diseased person. We might be caring towards them but
if it comes to spending all our lives with them we became apprehensive. Are
they indifferent from us? NO! It’s just, hoping a future and growing grey hair
together looks far fetched dream. Rick faced such fears more than his
nightmares but in last chapter book took an adroit twist.
Language of the
book was just fine, author could have worked more on language and things could
have been worked in better way. Book was monotonous at some places while few
chapters will make readers hooked to their seat. When I started reading I wasn’t
convince but later pace of the book build up and readers would enjoy. But wasn’t
guessing which will make readers to complete in a single sitting. Book title
and cover justified but somewhere I felt they reflect the story, well I was
able to comprehend without reading story or blurb.
Characters were
written neatly whereas few chapters could be skipped with a stronger plot. I
loved the portion how a teenage relationship ended, it was relatable; a human
nature. Another I loved how Rick helped his dad with work, being diseased doesn’t
mean you gotta become a couch potato but you do more productive work. Later I enjoyed
reading part of Rick and Lisa, a heartwarming tale of love.
Reviewed by
Aditi Srivastava
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