Monday, 15 April 2019

BOOK REVIEW: WAKE UP GIRL BY NIHARIKA JINDHAL






Are you looking out for a really fun, quirky and a fast paced read? Well then this post is for you.

Hello everyone, thank you for giving this post your time.  Today's review is Entitled WAKE UP GIRL BY NIHARIKA JINDHAL.

LANGUAGE: ENGLISH
GENRE: ROMANTIC FICTION
LENGTH: 216
PUBLISHER: BLOOMSBURY PUBLISHERS
PUBLISHED: 2018

SYNOPSIS:

Naina is back from America, after four years of living on her own. A natural rebel, she has had some fairly life-altering experiences which Mum and Dad would not approve of at all if they get to know. But will her spirit and her stand be enough to fight the forces of parental pressure and heckling aunties baying for her nuptials?
Back in the bosom of her conservative family, Naina cannot even begin to imagine the turn her life is going to take. It's wedding season, and she must now be married. Because every self-respecting upper-middle-class family in India do that, right? Marriage at the 'right age' to the 'right family'.whether she likes it or not.
Naina's worst nightmares are about to come true. What hits her within a week of being at home completely changes her world and her life as she embarks on a journey that will define her and provide her an education that only life can.
Ayaan, Rohan, Akshay, Shiven. Who will it be? Will she even have a shot at romance, being with someone she loves, irrespective of his caste, respectability or bank balance? She will have to summon all the chutzpah within to fight for herself. For her notions of love and living.
Will she succeed? Like a chrysalis unfolding, will Naina, too, emerge with her wings unscathed?

OVERVIEW/ MY OPINION:

I had a fairly amazing time reading this book.

Firstly the concept around which it revolves is quiet general yet it's not much spoken about.

The thing that I absolutely loved was they way nainas inner voice was personified.

Secondly this book was a perfect blend of all the emmotions, the main one being humour and sarcasm, its really difficult to fit in both of these things amidst of a serious situation.

The narration was done well, it keeps the reader engaged.

The language was easy going and lucid. 
The writing style was good.

The cover is beautiful and the title is quiet catchy.

The storyline was beautiful, the plot was strong enough to keep me gripped to the core while reading this book with the various and unexpected twists and turns that keep coming up.

Though the story was predictable towards the end, i quite a lot enjoyed reading this.

The character and the supporting characters were very well developed.  I could connect with the characters well.

Though nainas character and behaviour seems quite silly at times, one is sure to enjoy reading about her.

The emotions of each character is crafted beautifully and presented perfectly.

Overall, this was a very pleasant and an easy going read.  Definitely recommended if you're a beginner or your looking for a fast paced romantic fiction.


MY RATING: 4/5🌟

Received this book as a part of the Bookoholics project, views expressed in here are honest and of my own, no part of this review shall be copied / used for other purpose without the permission of it's owner 

BOOK REVIEW: INVISIBLE TIES BY NADYA AR






Are you looking out for a really fresh, unique, captivating and an innovative tale? Well then read on because this post is exclusively for you!

Hello everyone, thank you for giving this post your time. I'm back today with another book review Entitled INVISIBLE TIES by Nadya AR.


Language: English
Published: 2018
Genre: Fiction
Publisherers: Rupa Publications
Length:264

Description:


As Karachi burned in the 1990s, the painfully shy Noor Kamal found refuge in an antique jade mirror stolen from Daisy, her social butterfly mother. One fateful day, the violence hits home as a motley crew of burglars storm the Kamal residence, killing Joseph, the faithful driver who tried to shield Noor and kidnapping Daisy in the process. 
Traumatized by the turn of events and succumbing to familial pressure, Noor reluctantly agrees to start life afresh in Singapore as the wife of Meekaal Kalim, an investment banker. Trapped in a loveless marriage, Noor finds succour in studying psychotherapy. 
Her attempt to heal others brings her close to Ella, her neighbour and Jake, a handsome American who is struggling to deal with his emotional breakdown. As she tries to exorcise ghosts from the past and break free from the shackles, where will Noor’s longing for love take her? Would she be able to liberate herself from her strong cultural values and ties? 
A saga of love and trials, against a rich contrasting background, Invisible Ties is sure to appeal to the readers.(sic) 


Overview/ My Opinion:

I had the most wonderful experience with this book.  Firstly the concept around which it revolvesis very deep. The content herein is strong and intruding, its bound to leave a huge impact on the reader.

Though this book is quite descriptive, i was astonished that it does not bore the reader, infact it keeps the reader engaged in reading it.  All credit for this goes to the author's fantastic and fluent writing style.
The plot was fresh and strong, 
The characters too were developed quite well, I could connect with the protagonist Noor really well.

The places in this book are described intricately, it makes a reader live there!
The emmotions of each character is crafted beautifully and presented perfectly with the blend of the simple and lucid language used in this book.

The cover and the title are appropriately chosen, keeping in mind the interest and curiosity of a reader.
The blurd did  do justice to the content inside.

I absolutely loved the way the author has portrayed the social evils prevailing in the society even today.
I loved the way WOMEN EMPOWERMENT has been spoken about in this book.
Coming to the part that i absolutely loved, the way mental illness has been spoken about & above all how the stereotypical misconceptions about psychotherapy have been given a thought!

This story is sure to strike a chord in your heart and bring tears to one's eyes.
Overall, this was a very interesting and a fantastic read.  Definitely recommended if you're looking for a really fresh and unique read, beginners may however find it a bit difficult to get in it, but I'm sure if one manages to, they'll truly love it just as I did.


My Rating: 4.5/5🌟

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(I was given a copy of this book by the author  in exchange for an honest review.  Reviews expressed here are of my own, no part of this review shall be copied/ used for other purpose without the permission of it's owner)

Monday, 1 April 2019

UNDER HER CURSED SYCHTE BY JM WONG BOOK REVIEW






Are you looking out for a really fresh, unique and a mind blowing  fantasy read?
Well then this post is exclusively for you

Hello there peeps! Thank you for giving this post your time today's review is Entitled UNDER HER CURSED SYCHTE BY JM WONG

LANGUAGE: ENGLISH
GENRE: PARANORMAL FANTASY
PUBLISHED:2018

DESCRIPTION:
A harmless small town girl by day and a merciless killer at night. 
Alivia stops at nothing to reap souls. But, unlike other murderers, her soul remains intact. 
When she unexpectedly encounters the Blessers- a group of "agents" who are neither Witches nor Witch hunters but bear features of both, she begins to doubt her decisions of killing, and eventually leads her to discover the dark secrets behind her witchy family and that cursed ring she holds... 
Alivia must find a way to redeem her sins and prevent herself from becoming the monster she fears the most!


OVERVIEW/ MY OPINION:

This book was a really amazing read. I truly appreciate the way the author has expanded the horizons of her imagination and creativity to pen down her story which is set up in a totally different world.

The Language used was easy going and lucid,
Though this book was 500+ pages, it kept me gripped till the end all credit for which goes to the amazing narration of this story.

The writing style was good and to the point, it does not bore the reader instead it keeps one engaged into it.

The plot was fresh and strong with lots of twists, turns & adventures which make this a really fascinating read.

The minor drawback is that the story takes a slow pace in the between.

The storyline was beautiful and unique,  I haven't read a book having such a wonderful & unique plot since long!

The character backgrounds and development was done really very well, I could connect with the protagonist Alvia, her courage, sorrow and valour touched my heart!

Overall, this was a very interesting and a gripping fantasy read, I would definitely recommend this & I'm eagerly awaited for the next book in the series!

MY RATING: 4/5🌟

Incase you wish to give this book a try , you can do so Here

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Wednesday, 27 March 2019

#thebookblogtrain My Favourite Authors





So today's topic for the #bookblogtrain is my favourite authors!

1) John Green:

A renowned author of stories that are loved by people around the globe!

Some of his works include THE FAULT IN OUR STARS, ABUNDANCE OF KATHERINE'S, LET IT SNOW, WILL GRAYSON, WILL GRAYSON, TURTLES ALL THE WAY DOWN, etc.



2) Preeti shenoy:

A woman who does not require any words to describe her, her name itself is enough to describe her. An author whose writing style is admired my people around the globe! Whose stories are sure to strike a chord in your heart!

Eg. LOVE A LITTLE STRONGER, RULE BREAKERS, IT'S ALL IN THE PLANETS, LIFE IS WHAT YOU MAKE IT. etc

3)Annie Woods:

A beautiful person inside out! The debut author has entered the Literary world with a bang and is loved by readers for her stories & fluent writing style!

THE ANGELHEART SAGA TRILOGY BY ANNIE WOODS.


4) TK.  PERRY:

An author who expands the horizons of her imagination and creativity! She is loved by readers for her unique and lively stories!

THE WINGED SERIES BY TK PERRY


5) Jacqueline lee

This Young author stole my heart with her debut poetry novel ^UNDER THE INFLUENCE ^ . Her words and writing style is absolutely phenomenal , she is definitely some one who i admire !

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#thebookblogtrain my Favourite bookstagrammers





Heya! So today's post of the #bookblogtrain is dedicated to some of my fav. Bookstagrammers whom I admire! The bookstagram community is a really wonderful one & such people make it more amazing!




1) VIDHYA THAKKAR:

The host herself! I absolutely admire this girls hardwork, enthusiasm and creativity.
She has always come up with something new and interesting to make blogging and bookstagramming more fun than ever!

2) ADRIJA:

Adrija from the adrijablog was my very first friend into this community who made me feel so loved & accepted, she's a wonderful person whom I truly admire & look upto

3) Jenny

Jenny from the Jenny's book world is definitely a bookstagrammer angel! Her photos are breathtaking & her creativity crosses boundaries!


4) Shivangi

Shivangi from the Forbidden reader is definitely a sweetheart! She's a wonderful, talented, creative and a really strong and an outspoken girl! Your my inspiration ❤


5) Ronita Banergee :

Ronita from ronitas book verse has a drool worthy feed, her pics are breathtaking and reviews are to the point! I hope to be like her someday!

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#thebookblogtrain What's your fav drink while reading?





What's your favourite drink while reading?

This is the question I'm always asked and to which i really have no answer.


The reason being simple, I'm highly protective of my books, I can't bear even a single crease on them.

And imagine having tea/ coffee while reading and suddenly that all spills onto the book................


Every booklovers worst nightmare shall definitely come true at that time.

 I know a lot of people love having tea/coffe/juice etc. While reading I really fangirl when i see someone doing so, but it's definitely not gonna be the case with me!


That's all guys, tell me in the comments section below what is your favourite drink while reading & what do you have in mind about my opinion on drinking while reading!

Thank you, much love ❤


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#thebookblogtrain RECOMMEND SOME CLASSICS







Heya! So as my next topic for the #bookblogtrain I'm asked to recommend some classics, I'm not really a classic books reader myself but this year I've made it a point to read a couple more of them.


So here you go!

1) Pride and predujice by jane Austen

2) The diary of anne Frank

3)  Character by samuel smiles

4) A mans search for meaning by Victor frankil

5) To kill a mocking bird by harper lee

6) The little prince by Antoine de saint exupèry

7) little women by luoisa may alacott

8) Wuthering heights by emily Brontë

9) Charolette Brontë by jane eyer

10) Alice's adventures in wonderland

11) The secret garden

12) The wizard of Oz



Thank you ❤ Hope you liked the post!


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Author interview- Piyush Gupta

Hello my beautiful friend! I hope you're doing well and are safe! Todays post is a special author interview with Mr. Piyush Gupta, autho...