Overall, I found the book to be stimulating, informative and wanting to explore a few more topics and that is exactly the beauty of any book, of wanting to know more about the subject.
Archives: Reviews
Susp’ENDED
Wise and witty, the stories do give you a peek into the author’s convoluted brain for nothing in the stories is direct and predictable.
The Teachings of Bhagavad Gita
I would recommend this book to those who carry a love for theology, mythology or philosophy. Anyone who is spiritually inclined or likes dabbling in body restorative techniques would be able to decipher the deeper meaning of this book.
Myriad of Dreams
I admire the style of the author; it is free-flowing verses where the words are chosen seem to be apt. The diversified topics are truly a bliss to read. And somewhere I do have the feeling of immersing myself into the lines; yeah they are deep.
Myriad of Dreams
Myriad of Dreams is Nisha Tandon’s labour of love done right. Her motley assemblage of themes, messages and rich vocabulary, form a rich warp and weft which, when put together, create a beautiful poetic tapestry which is bound to excite, elate and inspire the readers.
Flight or Fright
The novel is a storehouse of discerning life lessons and doable survival skills that are bound to enrich and empower our lives – sharing and caring, hospitality, team spirit, unity in the face of adversity trust and loyalty, being a few of them.
The Queen’s Gambit: Small girl, Big game
he Queen’s Gambit is an intense and outstanding ode to one of the most intellectual games in history.
A must, must read, especially for anyone who likes or plays chess.
A Fallen Leaf
A Fallen Leaf, is a must read if you wish to enjoy a perfect blend of prose and poetry in one book. The stories will poke your brain and stir your soul. If you are yet to read the book, I say, go grab it today. You won’t regret.
A Man Called Ove
A Man Called Ove is a delightful read; right from the start till the last line. I am charmed by Ove. I found a bit of Ove in myself and I think we will all see a bit of Ove in ourselves. Or lucky to realize that we have someone like Ove around us.
Flight or Fright
Engaging and thrilling
When You Can Why Not
This book can be read in one sitting or seventeen different ones. However, you chose to do it, one thing is for sure, the stories and the laws will stay with you. And if this awareness can help someone out there, I am sure I can safely say that the book has served its purpose. Entertainment plus learning is a great combination.
It Happens
This heady mix of hate, revenge, passion, loss, grief, adultery, and above all love defined relationships.
Immortal for a Moment: Small Answers To Big Questions About Life, Love And Letting Go
Go grab it, for it’s the perfect oiling and overhaul for rusted machinery called moron mind. It’s a way to enjoy being IMMORTAL within a MORTAL life! Leaving you with an excerpt on parenting, I loved most:
‘One of the biggest lies of parenting is that parents are always right. The second lie is that it is the children’s responsibility to make their parents happy when they grow up.’
Vignettes: A Slice of Life
A Vignette is a small illustration or portrait photograph which fades into its background without a definite border; and that’s exactly how this book feels. The words fade away, but the emotions are sure to stay with the reader for long.
In The Name of Religion
The book is an impressive work of fiction. The author managed to present the story in a very unique way. I’ve read several stories on the pre and post independence era, but this book kept me hooked till the last word.
Raavanputr Meghnad
Presence of several sub-plots did consume time, for me to comprehend and connect to the main plot. The cover design is interesting and is bound to attract the readers. Kudos to the author Kevin Missal for thinking of a plot as such and for giving us a chance to know Meghnad, Prince of Lanka in a better way.
Plus Minus: Pros and Cons of Life
I recommend everyone to give this book a read. The story will surely stir those long forgotten memories and will leave you inspired with a positive message.
That Thing About You
One can read and absorb the book in two days flat but the idea or concept stays with you much longer. The opening chapter makes you want to finish the entire book in a go. Such is the potential of our banker turned author Abhaidev.
Victims for Sale
The author has been an investigative journalist for a considerable period of her life, and the experience shows in the plot line. We are exposed to the underbelly of red tape in journalism and the myriad aspects of sting operations. There is also a sub textual vein of the significance of media and the role it plays in building the temperament of the general public.