Review of Urban Love ~ Give A Chance to Life By Akshay Chitre
Publisher : Notion Press.
What did i feel about the book?
The story revolves around three girls- Priya, Meghna and Anusha. They meet
at the gym and then set off on a never-ending journey of friendship.
Anusha is the kind of daughter every parent would want and a love every
lover would wish for. For her, every single thing in life ultimately seeks for
her parent's happiness. She sacrifices her love for Vikram and decides to marry
a guy of her father's choice. She wishes to work, to be independent. But her
father does not entertain her idea and she gives it up for some period of time.
I learnt from Anusha and her relationship with her parents that no matter how
strict and stubborn your parents are with you, they always have a softer side.
Their happiness lies only in ours!
Meghna- the tough girl! She has had a horrid past. What would you do if
your plea to break off and unsuccessful and troublesome marriage is not
considered? What would you do if you are punished for no reason by your in-laws
and your husband? What would you do if you are raped every night? What would
you do if your parents disown you after your marriage? Flee off the place.
Isn't it? That's what exactly Meghna does and comes to Mumbai in hope of a
better life and better future. 'Does she emerge successful?' is what Meghna's
part all about. She has many one- night stands. She does not believe in
relationships. Meghna's story is one where a stone-hearted girl falls in love
with Jay. Meghna taught me to be courageous. She fought her parents, the
society and saved herself from domestic torture. No girl should suffer. I
respect her decision. But I do not think there was a need for her to indulge in
one-night stands.
Priya exhibits dual behavior in her life- one of an obedient girl who
listens to her parents' advice and other a spoilt girl who goes clubbing every
weekend. 'Why am I still single?' is the question that arises in the minds of
many youngsters. And to change their relationship status, they give in to a
relationship- relationship where no love
exists, no care- in short a relationship that gives you a 'committed' tag. A
similar thing happens with Priya and she commits herself to a loveless
relationship with Anuj. Her life turns upside down when she meets Raj. Will she
breakup with Anuj and have a successful relationship with Raj? Priya taught me
that love is very much essential for any relationship. Loveless relationships
do not go for long run. Avoiding a breakup for the fear of hurting someone does
no good.
The guys in the story appear to be perfect. I wonder whether such types
really exist in today's world!
The narration of the story is simple and sweet. Urban Love is a good catch
for those who loves reading love stories. The story makes you emotional, it
makes you angry. It makes you feel attached to the chracters. It is an example
of perfect friendship.
What I did not like about the story?
·
The story could have been divided in to more chapters.
·
Meghna's frequent one-night stands.
·
Anuj's possessive behavior - the manner in which he screws up Priya's
relationship with Raj.
·
The scene where Vikram comes to stop Anusha from getting married. It
appeared quite filmy.
I rate:
Cover- 3.5/5.
Characters- 3.5/5.
Story- 4/5.
My rating for the novel, on the whole - 4/5.
You can buy the book here!
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