They Both Die at the End: An Emotional Journey

I finished reading They Both Die at the End by Adam Silvera yesterday, and I am still having trouble thinking about it. To be frank, I am overwhelmed. The book is both beautiful and tragic at the same time. The book has shaken me to the core. The book is a masterpiece and I do … Continue reading →

Crooked Kingdom: A Brilliant Sequel

After thoroughly enjoying Six of Crows (Six of Crows #1) by Leigh Bardugo, I picked up Crooked Kingdom (Six of Crows #2) with a lot of anticipation. At the same time, there was a certain apprehension as there is always the question whether the author can do it again in the second book of the … Continue reading →

Ashoka: Lion of Mauryan Kingdom

Ashoka: Lion of Maurya (Ashoka #1) by Ashok K. Bankar is a fast-paced historical- thriller and truly impossible to put down. I surely could not put it down. To be frank, it is one of the best historical-thrillers I have read in my entire reading journey. Therefore, do not pick up this book if you … Continue reading →

Think You’re Cut Out For Reading ‘Howdunit’? Read ‘The Devotion Of Suspect X’

The Devotion of Suspect X (Detective Galileo #3) by Keigo Higashino will have you from the first page and you will never drop your attention till the very end. While the twist at the end will knock your socks off, the sad ending of the book will leave you agitated. This book is an astonishingly … Continue reading →

A Review Of A Brilliant Sequel

The Conspiracy at Meru (Vikramaditya Veergatha #2) by Shatrujeet Nath gives you a chance to re-experience the same thrill and excitement The Guardians of the Halahala (Vikramaditya Veergatha #1) gave us. The second book of the series picks up the story from the first book and submerges the readers in action and adventure with ease. … Continue reading →

The Adventures of Coinman

Coinman: An Untold Conspiracy by Pawan Mishra is the story of a junior level office worker in India. Known as Coinman due to his habit of never-ending tinkling of coins in his pocket, Kesar is the laughingstock of his office. He even does not find solace in his home as his wife Imli (a passionate … Continue reading →

Book Review: ‘The Guardians of the Halahala (The Vikramaditya Trilogy #1)’ by Shatrujeet Nath

Churning of the ocean, popularly known as Samudra-manthan or Amrita-manthan, is one of the well-known events in Indian mythology. This churning of the ocean was done by Devas and Asuras together. While the main aim of doing this churning was to obtain Amrita (or the nectar of immortality), this procedure of churning released a number … Continue reading →

Book Review: ‘The Sittaford Mystery’ by Agatha Christie

My Rating***** ‘The Sittaford Mystery’ or ‘The Murder at Hazelmoor’ is another masterpiece from the mystery queen. While readers do not rate this book higher, I found this book very appealing. Set in a remote English village under heavy snow, the storyline reveals an interesting cast of characters. These characters have been sketched so well … Continue reading →

The Demonic Hound of the Baskervilles

My Rating***** Sherlock Holmes is one of the most loved characters in ‘crime literature’. His oddities, his obsessiveness, his brilliance and even his flaws make him not only a powerful character, but also a memorable one. Created by Scottish author and physician Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Sherlock Holmes certainly stands apart in the literary world. … Continue reading →

Many Stories in the Tongues of Animals

Dear book lovers, today I am going to talk about ‘the stories in the tongues of animals’. Got confused? Ok, do not get puzzled. Let’s solve the mystery. Actually, today I am going to review a book, which is a retelling of the Panchatantra. The title of the book is ‘Kalila and Dimna #1 – … Continue reading →