Saturday 26 November 2016

Book Review- The Three Wise Monkeys by Jeet Gian

Book Name- The Three Wise Monkeys
Author- Jeet Gian
Publisher- Leadstart Publications
Genre- Humour Fiction
Pages- 400
Price- ₹299

BLURB- The trio Amar, Akbar and Anthony had no clue whatsoever about their goddammit indecisive-careers-and-indefinite-struggles.
And that was because they were born with the Peter Pan Syndrome and were simple enough to be tricked by anyone, including their mystifying girlfriends—Meghna, Farah and Sarah.
And as is the fate of all morons, they were drawn into trouble—deep trouble—of hiding crores of rupees of black money in secret offshore companies.
Will their mistake of turning a blind eye to the philosophy of ‘See no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil’ cost them their careers and put them in prison?
Or
Will Lady Luck change their fortunes forever?

REVIEW- Three Wise Monkeys is a light hearted novel which is a  perfect blend of humour and puns. This book is for you if you're looking for funny read.

Book Title and Cover- The book title is apt and is itself a pun slyly suggesting us about the content. The cover is catchy and at the same time relatable with the content. Blurb is  short and interesting.
All in all, the book easily captures our attention.

Language and Narration- Language of the book is simple yet lucid. All the chapters are short and crisp. Third person narrative is fitting. Narrative style of the author is amazing and he keeps his readers hooked to the book.

Theme- The theme of this book is Friendship, Love, Lust, Struggle and Social Evils.

Characterization- Amar, Akbar and Anthony, the three protagonists are simple ,plain and well crafted. Their witty attitude for every situation is fun to read. Supporting characters added fun to the book.

Storyline and Plot- Plot of this book is well written with lot of subplots. There was a freshness in the novel which kept me hooked to the book. The humour content of the book is high and it makes you laugh your lungs out.

Middle portion of the book is well written and shows the humor level at its best.
However, the climax was not upto the mark and could have been better.

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

Overall Rating- 4/5

Overall The Three Wise Monkeys is a funny book with a pinch of Bollywood Masala. Though climax was not upto mark, the book is still an enjoyable read.

Tuesday 15 November 2016

Book Review- City Times and Other Poems by Vihang A. Naik

Book Name- City Times And Other Poems
Author- Vihang Naik
Genre- Poetry/ Anthology
Publisher- Author House
Pages- 83
Price- ₹224

BLURB- Vihang A. Naik throws light on the life of a city in all its shades, glory and misery in his City Times and Other Poems. It is an anthology of his intuitive and philosophical poems. The Poems are divided in 6 segmentsi.e. 'Love Song of a Journey Man' is more or less an inner travelogue, The segments, for instance, 'Mirrored Man' is about the other chimeras in the city .The people in the city are capricious like the walk of a crab or the colours of a chameleon. While, ‘The Path of Wisdom' is about the beginning of meditation and knowledge. 'At the Shore' records the poet's sense of futility, memory, pain, exile and alienation at the shore of life. The title of this collection is also the heading for the last of its six sections, in which the city is unfolded as a market place, as a heaven for underdogs, and as a seed bed of change and is observed at evening, at mid-night, by moon light and through fog and haze

REVIEW- City Times and Other Poems is a poetry book written by Vihang A. Naik.It is easily one of the best poetry book of 2016. Vihang uses 'City' as the central motif of the book and uses many metaphors to describe the various emotions. All the poems are written in a way that readers can easily connect with the book and hence, the city.

Language used by author is expressive yet connecting. Vihang has succeeded in creating emotions by blending various emotions. All the poems are crisp and short with deep meaning.

My best picks for this collection are :
‘You revealed the edge’
‘Time’
‘Man as he is, folly’
‘He is different behind’
‘Say what all you can’
‘Illusion’
‘At the shore’
‘After Innocence’
‘City voice’
‘Midnight city’

From the first poem itself, Vihang gives an insight on his flavor and charm. His representation of city life coupled with different experiences is worth spending your time upon.

All in all, City Times And Other Poems is a beautiful work in poetry section and one of the few anthologies which you should not miss.

Thursday 3 November 2016

Book Review- The God Factor For Success And Contentment by Nitin Srivastava

AUTHOR: Nitin Srivastava
PUBLISHER: Pothi
COST paperback/E-book: INR 170/80

VERDICT- The God Factor For success And Contentment serves you an inspirational book with the touch of spirituality. It brings out many issues in such manner that readers will find this book inspiring yet interesting enough to be glued with the book.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Nitin Srivastava is an engineer and right now he is working as an Assistant professor at an engineering college. Since childhood he has had an interest in writing. He has a thirst for writing which  can only be quenched by writing and expressing his thoughts. When he decided to be an engineer he had to leave behind his love for writing and follow a different path.
But now after achieving his desired career he has returned back to writing. He loves and enjoys writing about spirituality. According to him spirituality is his basic quest. The God Factor for Success and Contentment is a result of this quest. He wishes to inspire his students on the path of spirituality. Readers can connect with him on
http://facebook.com/nitinsri@rediffmail.com

ABOUT THE BOOK-God Factor For Success And Contentment is self-help/ inspirational book with no main plot but author uses many short stories to discuss the new ideas. Short stories used in this book are diverse and helps readers to get along with the content. With this book Nitin focuses on  the new way of thinking the same things that happen with us. The spirituality in this book does motivate his readers.

REVIEW-God Factor For Success And Contentment is Self Help book which draws inspiration and new way of thinking. Writing style of Author is impressive and holds the attention of readers. Language is simple yet lucid. Ideas and stories used by author inspire us to think beyond our limited and restricted thoughts. All the stories and life situations are relatable and thus attracts readers. Cover is beautiful and appropriate with the content of the book.

HIGHLIGHT-This book forces you to think in a new way with the touch of spirituality. I would recommend this book to readers who want to read inspiring yet interesting book.

Book Review- 8 Days A Week by Niraj Satnalika


Book Name- 8 days a week
Author- Niraj satnalika 
Genre- Drama, Fiction 
Publisher- Half Baked Beans
Pages- 120
Price- 200 INR

BLURB- Niraj Satnalika- investment manager turned writer takes a sneak peak in the world of sales - a department which makes business possible through his second novel Rohan aka Ron was super excited to join sales department in a leading financial services company post his amazing 2 months internship experience. Just like a drug peddler, Rohan peddled with complex financial products ranging insurance to credit cards to mutual funds. However, little did he know that his life as a sales person would change his professional and personal life for the better and worse. Read on to unfold the mystery. .

REVIEW- 8 days a week is hilarious story of sales manager penned down by Niraj Satnalika. This book skillfully takes on the ups and downs faced by sales officers.

Book Cover and Title- Both Cover and Title gives hints about the story. Cover is beautiful and catches the attention of readers. Blurb gives us proper information about the content. Overall First Impression of our book is catchy and demands attention of readers.

Language and Narration- Language of this book is simple yet engaging. Author has beautifully used the hindi verses to add humour content. Narrating style is decent and engages readers with the book.

Storyline and Plot- This book serves us simple yet unique plot with hilarious storyline. Every page is filled with humor which makes this book an interesting read. Hindi verses used are hilarious.

Overall 8 days a week is hilarious book which ensures entertainment.

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

Final Rating- 3.5/5