Book Review: I am big. So what? by Shuchi Singh Kalra

Book Name: I am big. So what?

Authoress: Shuchi Singh Kalra

Publisher: Fingerprint Lite

Blurb:

Is it only in India where people don’t realize that starting a conversation with “Oh, you’ve put on weight!” is incredibly rude?

Perhaps I should respond with “Oh, you’ve become uglier!” so they get the point.

From stores that do not stock clothes my size to unsolicited advice from neighbourhood aunties, my life- quite annoyingly – is ruled by the numbers on the scale.

What’s the big deal about being big? You may wonder.

Well, quite a lot, actually.

For starters, you get dumped by the only man you’ve ever loved, social situations go from awkward to embarrassing within seconds, and don’t even get me started on the family’s never-ending search for a suitable groom. They just don’t make men my size these days!

Nevertheless, here I am, about to meet Suitor No. 7. Begrudgingly, of course.

Ride along as I navigate the crazy arranged marriage market. And trust me, its crazier when you’re more than a little curvy.

Read my review here!

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Book Review- The Prince of Patliputra by Shreyas Bhave

Book Name: The Prince of Patliputra

Author: Shreyas Bhave

Publisher: Frog Books

Price: Rs. 350

Blurb:

Samrat Bindusar, son of Chadragupta and the second Samrat Chakravartin of all the Aryas rules over the massive subcontinent from his holy seat in Patliputra. Almost five decades ago, his father had laid the foundations of this vast samrajya guided by the famed Guru Arya Chanakya. But now, the wealth and the glory of the past has subsided.

As Samrat’s health continues to decline due to an unknown illness, problems are arising all over his realm. There is infighting and rebellion. No clear successor to him is present. Ninety nine of his sons stand in line waiting for his throne.

Bharathvarsha needs a Chandragupta once again. And it needs a Chanakya too. Can the young Prince Asoka, who is the least favorite son of the Samrat, fill the boots of his grandfather? Can Radhagupta, a mere Councilor of the court be what Chanakya was to all the Aryas?

Begin a new adventure with the first book of the Asoka Triology as you read to find the answer to one great question-

That who shall be the next Samrat of this holy land of Aryas?

Review:

The only thing that came to my mind when I heard Asoka Triology is S.R.K’s movie- Asoka which I haven’t watched yet. Of late, I have realized that books seem to be more interesting than the movie. I decided that I wouldn’t watch the movie and go with the book no matter how long it takes for the 2^nd and the 3^rd part to be out for sale in market. And trust me; I have not regretted reading The Prince of Patliputra.

I picked up this book on Tuesday and finished its all 382 pages in flat 2 days. The story keeps the reader hooked on to the very end. (I wanted to read more but sadly the other parts aren’t out yet.) The alternate shift between Chandragupta and Asoka’s time has been done incredibly well. No confusion will arise in the minds of the readers. The flow of events is smooth and steady.

There are many characters (yes. since it is a mythology) and I feel that the author has done justice with every character except for Samrat Bindusar. I feel that including a chapter on Samrat Bindusar’s rule would have been better. Like Chandragupta, Asoka too seems to make a place in the hearts of the readers.

Incredible narration, the mystery element coupled with simple yet gripping language makes ‘The Prince of Patliputra’ a must read. Author’s work can be termed as exemplary. Author is sure to reach at the top position of the ladder in mythology genre.

Eagerly waiting for the next part!

I rate:

Cover: 4/5

Story and Narration: 4.5/5

My overall rating for The Prince of Patliputra is 4.5/5 stars.

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Book review: We need a Revolution by Sachin Garg

Book Name: We need a revolution

Author: Sachin Garg

Publisher: Grapevine India Publishers Pvt. Ltd.

Price: Rs. 175

Blurb:

Shubhrodeep Shyamchaudhary is a drifter travelling across India, who has a weakness that whenever he sees some injustice happening with anybody, he cannot resist getting involved.

When he reaches the Andamans, he faces a challenge much bigger than he had initially expected, as innocent people face rapes, disease, violence and inhuman treatment.

But how much is he and his bunch of friends willing to endure?

Can regular people, with regular lives, rise against all odds and stand up for their ideals?

Read my review here!

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Book Review- Pradyumna- Son of Krishna by Usha Narayanan

Book Name: Pradyumna- Son of Krishna
Authoress: Usha Narayanan
Publisher: Penguin Metro Reads
Price: Rs. 299

Blurb:
‘I see a dark future that makes me quake.’ Devarishi said.
‘One of these newborns will ravage the world and erase the name of Krishna from the face of the earth!’
As the world trembles on the threshold of Kali Yuga- 4,32,000 years of unprecedented evil- it waits for saviour to rise.
Meanwhile, in the dark netherland of the asuras, the meek Vama shudders as he learns that he is actually Pradyumna, the son of Krishna. And that his journey has just begun.
From the asura kingdom to Dwaraka and then Kurukshetra, destiny forces him to battle monsters, angry gods and blazing weapons, and overpower his own weaknesses. Will he be able to rise to the challenge in time to save the world? Or is he the destroyer prophesied by Narada?
Pradyumna is the gripping saga of the rise of this mighty, swashbuckling hero whom all of humanity awaits.

Read my review here!

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