Book Name- The Hidden Gems.
Contributing Authors- Sumeet Gulabani, Smriti Kumari,
Pooja Khurana, Sujata Banerjee Bhattacharya, Dheeraj Mor, Anirban
Nanda, Hardik, Aman Garg, Shreyan Laha, Aditi Sahu, Snigdha Jha, Divya R
Bandodkar, Faraz Mirza, Akash Shrivastav, Isha Sharma, Jivya Arora.
Guest Author- Supriya Parulekar
Compiler- Abhisar Garg
Editor- Isha Sharma
Publisher- Notion Press
Price- Rs. 175
Blurb-
This book is a tribute to all the real heroes out there.
The book brings you the sagas of those unsung heroes who had
done courageous deeds for society but never received the due credit. It takes
you on the voyage of seventeen untold and unheard stories of real heroes in the
big picture called ‘Life’. They were the ones who gave many people a reason to
live. They were the saviours, the warriors and the fighters: they were ‘The
Hidden Gems’. This book is not just and amalgamation of fiction and
non-fiction. It is a reality. It is the chronicle of real men.
Are you a Hidden Gem? If yes, then this book is dedicated to
you. If not, then it’s a must read.
My take-
I have contributed a story named Shigmo 2012 in this book. I
am reviewing my fellow author’s stories.
The Blank Slate by
Supriya Parulekar
Disability should not
be considered as a problem. I have come across many parents who prefer to keep
their child with special needs at home. They are deprived of education, fun and
enjoyment. ‘Who has the time to keep a watch on their movement? Let them be
home!’ They say. If their parents consider them to be a burden, how on earth
will society change? Urmi Foundation (from the story) is being doing great
work. We need more of such organizations which will make these children feel
human and loved.
An awesome read!
Rating: 3.5/5
Days of Her Life by
Sumeet Gulabani
I am not a great fan
of poetry. I can only say that this poem is lovely.
Rating: 3.5/5
A Friend’s Reward by
Smriti Kumari
This story serves as a
mirror image to the selfish society we live in. You will find many people who
will stay with you in your good days. But the people who stand beside you
during your worst days can be counted on fingertips.
A one-time read!
Rating: 3/5
Life Line by Pooja
Khurana
We often complain
about the things we miss in our lives, about the problems we face, about the
disappointments. We label our lives to be pathetic. But do we realize that
there are scores of others who lead a life much worse than us? This story gives
out a message that no pain in your life is a big deal. Be courageous and fight
it. You will emerge victorious.
A good read!
Rating: 3.5/5
He Knocked Me by
Sujata Banerjee Bhattacharya
The loss of loved ones
in life creates a void and that void can never be refilled. I feel that this
story doesn’t go well with the theme.
Anyways, it’s one-time
read!
Rating: 2.5/5
Life Changer by
Dheeraj Mor
One never realizes the
pain of others unless he is placed in the similar situation. Abhi was arrogant
at first. His way of looking at life changes after he recovers from depression.
The story seemed a bit exaggerated to me.
A one-time read!
Rating: 2.5/5
Aunty by Anirban Nanda
It is a tendency of
human to blame the uneducated people for the wrong things even if they are
nowhere related to it. Aunty is a victim to such blame. This story cannot be
ignored.
A must read!
Rating: 4/5
Vows Conveyed by
Hardik
We have never really
known the stories of our soldiers, their mental situation, their grief and their
suffering. Vows Conveyed is a beautiful poem which will surely touch your
heart.
Rating: 4/5
The Missing Hours by
Aman Garg
“We are always our own
demons and our own heroes who are unsung throughout the lives.” The Missing
Hours is a story about hope and faith. It’s about falling down and rising up
again.
An inspiring read!
Rating: 4/5
Asha, The Braveheart
by Shreyan Laha
Asha is an
inspiration. She is courageous. There are very few people in this world who do
not lose a pinch of hope during crisis. Asha is one of them.
A must read, awesome
story!
Rating: 4.5/5
The Benevolent Driver
by Aditi Sahu
Another best read! There
are very few people who move out to streets to help others. Rajesh from the
story is one among them! ‘Proud’ is what I feel when I think about him.
An inspiring read!
Rating: 4/5
A True Karmayogi by
Snigdha Jha
Our history reveals to
us about casteism, untouchability that prevailed in our society. Has it
completely diminished? The answer is NO. There were a few leaders who attempted
to bring a stop to this practice but with little success. If the people don’t change
such practices will continue in our society. The great grandfather from the
story is one such man who wishes to bring a change. Does he succeed? Read to
find out!
A mature read!
Rating: 3.5/5
Second Birth by Faraz
Kazi
Another poem which
talks about being hopeful and staying strong.
Rating: 3.5/5
Patriotism by Akash
Shrivastav
Patriotism is a story
which will awaken the love for your country.
Rating: 3/5
The Elder Brother by
Isha Sharma
A very touching story.
One must never forget the people who have helped him in his bad days.
Rating: 3/5
Nanhe Parinde by Jivya
Arora
One mustn’t keep quiet
and suffer. Injustice of any kind must be questioned.
An awesome read!
Rating: 4/5
Overall verdict-
- · Editing suffers at places.
- · The stories should have been thoughtfully ordered.
I rate:
Cover: 4/5
Compilation: 3.5/5
Editing: 3/5
My rating for The Hidden Gems is 3.5/5 stars.
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