Tuesday 26 July 2016

Book Review- Fire Wings & Claws by Kiran Damera

Book Name- Fire Wings & Claws
Author- Kiran Damera
Genre-  Fantasy
Publisher- Kiwi Books
Pages- 169
Price- ₹200

BLURB-
Meet Ian Rogers and Drake Williams of the Broadway County, your quintessential, typical American kids on a ride worth of the mighty life itself. Travel through the first installment of the series through the land of Scyrin dwelled by the wise elves, diligent dwarfs and the generous men. Witness the kids confront their destiny deep in the ruins of Schweringard, facing a mortal threat larger than that for their age, for their secret friend remains the king of all- the Scarlet dragon.

REVIEW- Fire Wings & Claws is first book of Fire Wings & Claws series.
I received an ebook copy from Anuj Kumar in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.

Book Title and Cover- Book Title is interesting and catches attention of readers. Book Cover is beautiful and hints us about the content of the book. Blurb is short and could be improved. Overall first impression of book is appropriate and catchy.

Language and Narration- Language of the book is simple and without traffic of difficult books. Even naive readers will find this book easy to read. Narrating style of Mr. Damera is fruitful. Story flows beautifully altogether with decent narration.

Storyline and Plot- Author serves us another fantasy series with his debut novel. First chapter is well written and builds curiosity about the story but as story continues it started losing my interest. Story flows smoothly with decent pace.

RATINGS-
Book Title and Cover- 3.5/5
Language and Narration- 3.7/5
Storyline and Plot- 3/5

Final Rating- 3.5/5

Overall Fire Wings and Claws is fantasy book written by Indian Author. If you claim to be fantasy lover, this book is for you. Also this book can be enjoyed by kids too.

You can grab your copy from the following link -
http://dogearsetc.com/dogears/book_details?resourceID=40319

Saturday 23 July 2016

Book Review- A Mystical Majesty: The Woman by Ruchika Rastogi

Book Name- A Mystical Majesty: The Woman
Authoress- Ruchika Rastogi
Genre- Nonfiction
Publisher- Educreation Publishing
Pages- 107
Price- ₹200

BLURB-
The book is about a journey of a girl. How she undergoes transformation at each stage of her life? How she tackles her problems and comes out to be a winner? Why being a girl is a blessing in disguise? Are some of the many issues that are discussed in this book.

REVIEW- REVIEW- A Mystical Majesty- The Woman penned down by Ruchika Rastogi is a book dedicated to womanhood. This book describes the journey of a girl throughout her life. It beautifully describes the emotions and the perspective of a girl about the different stages of her life. It certainly helps us to see a girl with new and better perspective.

The Title of the Book is appropriate. Also, the title is in synchrony with the Book's content. Cover is not attractive but given with the content, it is appropriate. Blurb is short and gives us hint about the content. Overall, first impression of the book is good and attracts readers.

Language of the book is simple yet lucid. The riting style of Mrs. Rastogi is expressive and lively. With author's own views and examples it connects the readers with the book.

Every phase of girl's life is divided into different units where it covers her
problems, situations that she used to face, her solutions. The Best part about the book is that at end of each unit beautiful verses are given which are soul stirring. Also, Kiran Bedi's speech is given which is inspiring.

To conclude, this book describes a girl and her journey throughout her life. This book is motivational and inspiring for women. I would recommend this book to everyone.

RATINGS-
Book Title and Cover- 3/5
Language and Narration- 3.5/5
Structure- 3/5

Final Rating- 3/5

Friday 22 July 2016

Book Review- Corpokshetra Mahabharata in the MBA yug by Deepak Kaul

Book Name- Corpokshetra Mahabharata in the MBA yug
Author- Deepak Kaul
Genre- Fiction
Publisher- Westland Ltd.
Pages- 120
Price- ₹200

BLURB-
The Pandavas have returned home after 13 years of exile. And they are demanding their stake in Hastinapur Inc.

But the Kauravas, led by the haughty Duryodhana, aren’t ready to give them a penny. The battle lines are drawn, only this war is in the present-day Kurukshetra - the corporate boardroom.

As the Kauravas and the Pandavas don their sharpest suits, Krishna - the wily Consultant - strategies for peace.

This is a humorous, modern take on the Mahabharata (with due apologies to Rishi Ved Vyas).

An epic story retold for the MBA generation.

REVIEW- We all have heard stories of Mahabharata all through our childhood from parents, grandparents. The plot and story is not new to us. However Deepak Kaul through his debut book 'Corpokshetra' brings us 21st century corporate world Mahabharata.

Book Title and Cover- Book Title is interesting and appropriate with the content. Book Cover is catchy. It shows characters of Mahabharata with bat and golf sticks and Krishna with a key. Blurb is simple. All in all first impression of the book is interesting and builds curiosity about the book.

Language and Narration- Language of the book is inviting. Even new readers will find this book easy to read. Narration is decent and fruitful. Story flows smoothly. One liners in the book are worth noting.

Few one liners which i liked

• Facts are facts. They are like karma. You cannot challenge them.
OR Things should be decided where it mattered most.

• It was at times like these that Karna was caught between the devil (Duryodhana) and the deep blue sea (Krishna, the ocean of knowledge).

Storyline and Plot- Mr. Kaul has beautifully penned down the plot of Modern Mahabharata. The game of dice gives way for poker, cricket and golf. The characters drink whiskey and gin. Instead of Sun god, a famous film star called Big C. Characters are justified properly. At the end of the book author gives us some important lessons from Maharashtra which are worth learning.

I enjoyed my time reading this book. However there are few faults which should be consider in next edition of the book.
1. Unnecessary use of Sanskrit salutations like Bhrata, Pitashree etc.

2. The book becomes boring after a certain point due to forced humor.

RATINGS-
Book Title and Cover- 3.5/5
Language and Narration- 4/5
Storyline and Plot- 3/5

Final Rating- 3.5/5

Overall Corpokshetra is brilliant book. I would recommend this book to people in corporate world.

I received a free copy from Writersmelon in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.

Saturday 16 July 2016

Book Review: 2 Peg ke Baad by Nikita Lalwani

Book Name- 2 Peg ke Baad
Authoress- Dr. Nikita Lalwani
Publisher- Srishti Publications
Genre- Anthology
Pages- 168
Price- ₹195

BLURB-
2 Peg Ke Baad brings together 14 short stories that happened after 2 pegs, in an inebriated state. World’s greatest stories are created when people are high – masterpieces are painted, universal truths are realized, models on billboards are befriended, lovers are united, butts are kicked, confessions are made, and relationships are sorted. 

The book started as a blog with people from across the world sharing their stories, ideas, confessions and beliefs and the elixir of the 14 best stories is here to reveal what lies beyond a conscious mind. 

Though the book does not intend to encourage drinking alcohol in any sense, here’s to celebrate every emotion that kicks after a few pegs. Cheers!!

REVIEW- 2 Peg Ke Baad is collection of short stories penned down by Nikita Lalwani. 2 Peg Ke Baad tells us different stories which happened after having 2 shots of alcohol.

Book Title and Cover- Book title is appropriate with the content as it suits with the theme of 2 Peg Ke Baad. Book Cover is beautiful. Blurb is inviting. Overall the first impression of the book is catchy and attracts the readers.

Language and Narration- Language used in the book is simple. Even new readers will find this book easy to read. Narration is decent and fruitful.

Storyline- There are 14 short stories from various genres but have one thing in common i.e. all the stories happens after having 2 shots of drink. Stories are well written with pinch of suspense. Authoress has done commendable job with different genre stories. However some editing errors should be consider in next edition of the book.

Overall 2 Peg Ke Baad serves something different from the regular stories. If you're looking for something different to read, 2 Peg Ke Baad is for you.

RATINGS-
Book Cover and Title- 4/5
Language and Narration- 3/5
Storyline- 3/5

Final Rating- 3.2/5

You can grab your copy from Amazon and flipkart or any bookstore near you.

Wednesday 13 July 2016

Book Review- BOLTU by Debaprasad Mukherjee

Book Name- BOLTU
Author- Debaprasad Mukherjee
Publisher- Petals Publications
Pages- 239

Review-
Debaprasad Mukherjee with this novel serves the journey of Boltu (main protagonist of the story) from a rogue element to responsible situation. Story is simple yet inspiring and forces readers to think about life.

Book title is appropriate with the story. Book cover is inviting and catches the attention of reader. Blurb is short and descriptive. Overall the First Impression of the book is catchy and forces readers to read the content.

Language of the book is simple. Even new readers will find this book easy to read. Narration is decent and lively. All the scenes are narrated neatly.

All the characters are perfectly described with proper attention to every character as per the demand of story. I loved the way author penned down the transformation of Boltu from a rogue element to responsible citizen.

Plot is unique and serves something different with all the essential elements like relationships, struggle for survival and friendship. Uniqueness of plot is kept till the end with unexpected twists and unpredictable climax. Story continues smoothly with proper pace.

Overall Boltu is short, simple yet inspiring book. If you're looking for some book with interesting plot with some life lessons in it, this book is for you. 

Rating-

Book Title and Cover- 3/5
Language and Narration- 4/5
Characterization- 4/5
Storyline and Plot- 4.5/5

Overall Rating- 4/5

Tuesday 12 July 2016

Book Review- Panorama: A Collection of Short Stories by Shilpi Chaklanobis

Book Name- Panorama: A Collection of Short Stories
Authoress- Shilpi Chaklanobis
Genre- Fiction/ Anthology
Publisher- Notionpress
Pages- 134
Price- ₹150

Panorama A Collection of Short Stories is debut work by Shilpi Chaklanobis. As the name suggests book contains 15 short stories which readers can easily connect to. This book is perfect blend of Human Emotions, Harsh reality of life and power of love.

Starting my review with book cover and title, both are appropriate with content of the book. Book cover is beautiful and catches attention of readers. Blurb is short and interesting. Overall the first impression of book forces readers to pick the book.

Language of the book is simple yet inviting. Narration is decent and expressive. Stories are beautifully build.
Each story depicts struggles of modern society. Stories touch the readers heart and forces us to think about harsh truth of life. From poverty to Pet, Complex life of a businessman to satisfied teacher, Loving mother to the wait of daughter for her mother, stories covers diverse topics of human life.

Ratings-
Book Title and Cover- 4/5
Language and Narration- 3.5/5
Content- 4.75/5

Final Rating- 4.25/5

Overall Panorama is collection of 15 beautiful short stories. This book is treat for all the anthology and short story lovers.

Saturday 9 July 2016

Book Review- A Broken Man by Akash Verma

Book Name- A Broken Man
Author- Akash Verma
Publisher- Srishti Publication
Genre- Fiction/Romance
Pages- 224
Price- ₹195

BLURB- Take a deep breath before you are born here, my child!

You take birth in a land where I struggled; Gave it my sweat and blood. A land that I thought belonged to me..… Unbridled, uncompromising.

Krishna is a Dalit boy from Bihar who struggles too overthrow the chains that hold him back. Chhavi is a high caste Brahman girl fighting for the rights of others, propagating equality in a politically charged Lucknow University campus. After Krishna saves Chhavi from getting torched during a protest against reservation, love slowly blossoms, only to be ruthlessly crushed by a society that thrives on divisions of caste and religion. From student politics in Lucknow to the interiors of Bihar, from the corridors of power to the glitz of media and the film industry in Mumbai.

A Broken Man is the quest of a deprived Krishna to redeem hope from despair, love from separation and success out of repeated failures. From the bestselling author of It Happened That Night and Three Times Loser, this is a story that reinforces our faith in what love can accomplish as it pushes us to achieve the impossible, making us tap our true inner potential.

REVIEW- A Broken Man is same old story wrapped in new cover. Readers will find nothing new in this book other than some beautiful hindi verses.

Book Cover and title are appropriate. Together with blurb, first impression of book attracts readers. Language of the book is simple and easily understandable. Simple narration of the book binds readers with the story. Climax was predictable.

*Likes*

•Hindi Verses
•Caste Discrimination is described brilliantly
•Teaches some important life lessons

*Dislikes*

•Grammatical Mistakes
•Story seems to be old with nothing new

RATINGS-

Book Title and Cover- 3.5/5
Language and Narration- 3.5/5
Characterization- 3/5
Storyline- 2/5

Final Rating- 3/5

Friday 8 July 2016

Book Review- Go Clown #Acchedin for Comedy! by Shatrugna Vadwlas

Book Name- Go Clown #AccheDin for Comedy!
Author- Shatrugna Vadwlas
Genre- Fiction/Humour
Pages- 325
Price- ₹189

REVIEW- Go Clown is authored by Shatrugna Vadwlas and is one of the rare genre book which indian authors prefer not to touch. Kudos to the author for writing one of the amazing book in humour genre.

Go Clown is hilariously amazing journey of Kiriti from College to Job, Ganga to Ganja, Fun to Ragging. Author has brilliantly penned down the simple events of our life in sarcastic way. Each chapter brings more humour and more laughs and reader end up loving this book.
 
Language of the book is simple and easily understandable. Narration is slightly different but as story continues readers can connect themselves with the story and scenes mentioned in the book. Characters are well build again in hilarious way.

If you're looking for something new and different from the common stories, go for it. You'll not regret reading this

RATINGS-
Book Cover and Title- 3.5/5
Language and Narration- 4/5
Characterization- 4/5
Storyline and Plot- 5/5

Final Rating- 4/5

You can grab your copy from Amazon or Flipkart or any book store near you.