Book Review: ‘COLOURFUL NOTIONS: THE ROADTRIPPERS 1.0’ by Mohit Goyal

‘COLOURFUL NOTIONS: THE ROADTRIPPERS 1.0’ by Mohit Goyal is a quick read about a road trip. This road trip takes you to 25 famous places of India. Some of these include forests of Jim Corbett Park, dry Rann of Kachchh, deserts of Rajasthan, Himalayan kingdom of Ladakh, and famous Ghats of Haridwar, etc. The book … Continue reading →

Book Review: ‘The Dowry Bride’ by Shobhan Bantwal

My Rating*** The Dowry Bride by Shobhan Bantwal focuses on the life of a wife in an orthodox milieu of Indian society. The story in this book shows that a wife in a traditional Indian society is generally given a secondary place. This results into losing all notions of her independence, her individuality, stature and strength. … Continue reading →

Book Review: ‘Checkmate’ by Hrishikesh Joshi

My Rating*** ‘Checkmate’ by Hrishikesh Joshi is a light but speedy entertainer. As the title of the book suggests, the story is all about moves and counter moves. While the book cannot be claimed as an edge of the seat type of thriller, the book is quick and to the point. Reading this book gives … Continue reading →

‘Operation Jai Mata Di’ by Pratik Shah

My Rating*** ‘Operation Jai Mata Di’ by Pratik Shah is a book which, despite of its hackneyed writing and weak plot is imbued with drama and action. Yes, the plotline does not really bow down to the logic of physics but the dramatic element of its storyline works as its saving grace. At the same … Continue reading →

Mithra by Sahana L: A Book Review

My Rating**** ‘Mithra’ by Sahana L. is a beautiful read. The book gives you a pleasure, which you feel after watching a well-directed movie. Though there is nothing new in the storyline, the way the story is presented is not only refreshing but also leaves a certain imprint in your heart. Hats off to the … Continue reading →