Tuesday 26 December 2017

Book Review- Pinto has an Idea by Rajeev Saxena

Book Details-
Book Name- Pinto has an Idea
Author- Rajeev Saxena
Genre- Fiction
Publisher- Bloomsbury India
Pages- 280

Blurb- Young Pinto has from his childhood been an out-of-the box thinker, finding solutions in his everyday surroundings to a myriad ancient global problems. A certain machine he invents in his childhood makes him a hero in his village but it's not sufficient to change the mindset of naysayers for Pinto to pursue his career in hardcore science.

Pinto Has an Idea is the tale of Dr Pinto, a small-town boy, an IITian and a scientist working in MIT, who suddenly experiences a life-changing revelation in the early days of his research, throwing away his work on theoretical physics and setting out to solve the practical everyday problems of the world he lives in.

Returning to his native India, he finds his noble quest beset by unexpected adversaries, obstacles and trials, but emerges triumphant from each battle.

Pinto does not like to appear a romantic person, and keeps women at bay. But when Lavanya returns to haunt his life, and eventually shoe-horns him into marriage, he obligingly falls in love. Because Lavanya is not just a pretty face, she's his partner in research. And Pinto, a newbie in romance, discovers a whole new craze. 
But life takes directions never aimed for. Pinto is on the road to becoming rich and famous. He invents a mechanism to eradicate corruption in the land, and in that process moves towards politics. That impinges on the couple's relationship so severely that Lavanya disappears suddenly without telling Pinto. Why does she leave their child with Pinto? Will he lose his greatest 'idea', Lavanya, and thereby, himself? Sure, Pinto's ideas bring dramatic changes to society. But how much romance can a scientist handle as well?

Rajeev Saxena, in his debut novel, shows you just how much.

Review- There are books you start with different expectations and that turns out to be the most different one. Pinto has an Idea is one such book and it turned out pretty interesting book.

Book Cover and Title- From the cover, book seems to be Sci-fi or fantasy but this is purely modern age book. Book is beautiful and it creates curiosity about the book. Title is appropriate.

Language and Narration- Language of the book is lucid and easy to comprehend. Writing style of author is simple and easy to follow.  Book is given in third person narrative. 
Though there are few grammatical errors but except that, book is well edited.

Characterization- As the story takes place in different places, there are many characters which support the main story. The one thing I liked about this book is  all the characters are justified properly with their own story and set of emotions.

Storyline and Plot- Story revolves around Pinto, our main protagonist and his journey from childhood to adulthood, from brilliant student to successful scientist and his equation with Love. Author has beautifully placed scenes in various places to bind characters with main story.

Likes- 1. Pinto and Lavanya's Bond 
2. Pinto's love for People and Invention.
3. The way Lavanya adores Pinto.

Dislikes- 1. Story seems monotonous and boring in the middle.

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

Final Rating- 3.5/5

All in all, Pinto has an Idea delivers us contemporary, relatable, fresh  yet equally interesting storyline which will surely entertain you.

Book Review- Estenzic Love by Hrishitaa Paraswani

Book Details-
Book Name- Estenzic Love
Author- Hrishitaa Paraswani
Genre- Romantic Fiction
Publisher- Kalamos Literary Services
Pages- 186

Blurb- Brought up as an orphan, by her aunt, who doesn't treat her well, Scarlet is an optimistic and strong headed girl. Confused by her weak stimulus abilities regarding temperature and pain, and oblivious of her biological self, she is stuck in a situation from which she cannot escape. One mystery leads to another as Scarlet sets out on a journey to explore her own origins. If she doesn't know what she's searching for, Will she be able to discover it ever?

Review- Estenzic Love is romantic fiction written Hrishitaa Paraswani where author serves us love, coming of age story.

I received this book from Kalamos Literary Services in exchange of an honest and unbiased review. 

Book Title and Cover- Book Title seemed odd at first but as story continued it seemed appropriate with the content. However it could be improved. Cover is beautiful and catches attention of readers. Blurb is short, interesting and upto mark.

Language and Writing Style- Language used in our book is easy to comprehend. Writing style of Hrishitaa is easy to follow . Story flows effortlessly with decent pace.

Characterization- All the characters are defined well with their goods and bad and so are relatable.

Storyline and Plot- Storyline is intriguing with the suspense factor. All the scenes are portrayed well. However over description of little unwanted things was turn off for me. Except this, both the plot and storyline are intriguing.

Rating-
Book Title and Cover- 3/5
Language and Writing style- 3.5/5
Characterization- 4/5
Storyline and Plot- 3/5

Final Rating- 3/5

Overall, Estenzic Love is average read and can be enjoyed by romantic fiction lovers.

Book Review- The Blue Jinx by Nisha Thakur

Book Details-
Book Name- The Blue Jinx
Author- Nisha Thakur
Genre- Psychological/Crime-Thriller/Fiction
Pages- 140 pages.

Blurb- Thirty-year-old Nikhil has been selected to work for his dream company. He is raring to go and wants to give his best to his dream company. He meets his boss’s beautiful daughter Samara and falls for her. A life which seems like a bed of roses becomes a nightmare when he learns that someone has raped and murdered Samara’s mother, two years back. The brutal fact is hidden by his boss. Samara thinks her mother passed away because of cancer. If Nikhil tells Samara truth, he will lose his job. If he tells Samara truth, will she believe him? Will he even tell Samara truth? Will the truth cost Nikhil his true love for Samara? What if he loses Samara's friendship?

Also, Nikhil’s life is in constant terror because of Samara’s mother ghost. Is Samara's mother ghost real, or just an imagination of Nikhil’s guilty mind; of hiding truth from Samara?

Who has killed Samara’s mother? Why is Nikhil’s boss hiding his wife’s murder truth from his own daughter? Is this ghost real, or just an imagination of Nikhil’s guilty mind? Why is Samara's mother ghost haunting Nikhil?

The psychological thriller story is turmoil between fact and imagination.

Review- The Blue Jinx  is a psychological thriller by Nisha Thakur and she serves us an unique plot. There are many surprises in the book which glues readers with the book.

Book Title and Cover- Book Title is interesting and creates curiosity about the content. Cover goes well with the title and the content and adds curiosity.

Blurb is short, crisp and fine.

Overall, First Impression of the book attracts readers.

Language and Narration- Language of the book is simple and easy to comprehend. Narration is done in first person narrative and is done well.

Storyline and Plot- Storyline of this book is unique and keeps readers hooked with book.

Storytelling skills of Author is amazing and the picturesque and detailed description helps readers imagine scenes in our head.

However, Book had some editing errors which could have been handled well.  Otherwise the book is just fine and you can complete this book in one go.

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

Final Rating- 4/5

All in all, The Blue Jinx serves us unique plot and storyline. 
I would recommend this book to psychological thriller readers.

Book Review- Come Back to Leave Me...Again

Book Details-
Book Name- Come Back to Leave Me... Again
Author- Sohil Ashvin Shah
Genre- Romance/Fiction
Publisher- Power Publishers
Pages- 216

Blurb- Why does the love always seem beautiful in romantic movies and novels, but not in real life?

Why should lovers not be in any relationship after they break up?

Why do ex-lovers always try to deal with damages instead of staying together?

If you want answers to the questions, this book is for you.

REVIEW- Come Back to Leave Me... Again is a debut novel by Sohil Shah where author serves us love story of Siddhanth and Hritisha.

I received this book from Arudha in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.

Book Title and Cover-  Book Title is interesting and instantly captivates readers' attention. 
Cover is rather satisfying to look at, however it could be improved in the next edition. Blurb is interesting and discloses what the content is.

Language and Narration- Language used is rather simple and easy to comprehend. Narration skills of author are amazing. Pace of the book is moderate. Editing is done well.

Characterization- All the characters are well crafted. The character development and their changing priorities are handled artistically.

Theme- This book covers Teenage Love, Break Up and Heart Break.

Storyline and  plot- Story starts with intriguing prologue and goes on with moderate pace keeping your attention.
After a while it was like reading a long chat of whatsapp/facebook meant to be for teenagers.
However, story starts to get impressive after the mid section.

It was enlightening to read and  Story ends with appropriate climax.

RATING-
Book Title and Cover- 2.5/5
Language and Narration- 3.5/5
Characterization- 2.5/5
Storyline and Plot- 3/5
Overall Rating- 3/5

All in all, Come Back to Leave Me... Again is teenage love and break up tale which also covers few life lessons. Pick this book it you're into teenage love books.

Saturday 16 December 2017

Book Review- Jeet Lo Marathon by Aryan

Book Details-
Book Name- Jeet Lo Marathon
Author- Aryan
Genre- Motivational Fiction
Publisher- Invincible Publishers

Review- Jeet Lo Marathon is a motivation story about Raj, who finds himself, his calling and changes himself. Its a story about recognizing and winning your call.

Book Title and Cover- The Title is interesting and appropriate with the book. It gives us insight about the content. The Cover is attractive and goed with the story and title.
The Blurb is short, crisp and interesting.

Language and Narration- The Language of the book is simple and easy to comprehend. Narration is done well. Editing is done quiet well and the book is without any grammatical mistakes.

Characters- All the characters play their role perfectly as per the story. Though with extra description it could have been better but it does not affect the reading. I liked the way Mr. Aryan portrayed characters and depth every character had.

Storyline and Plot- Storyline of this book is unique and keeps readers hooked with book.

Storytelling skills of Mr. Aryan is amazing and the picturesque and detailed description helps readers imagine scenes in our head.

However, Book was confusing in the start due to dull incidents but as you read further, it gets better and better and rest of the book is just fine and you can complete this book in one go despite the length of the book.

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

Final Rating- 3.5/5

All in all, Jeet Lo Marathon is unique, good and inspiring book which motivated you and delivers an interesting story.

Thursday 14 December 2017

Author Interview| In Conversation with Sonali Rana

Sonali Rana, the author of the comtemporary fiction novel “The Unfulfilled Fancy” is a wonderful writer.. Let’s know more about her in the following interview.

Hello Sonali

Can you tell us more about yourself?

Well on professional level, I am into academics, an English language teacher and on personal level I think I am an imaginator, If that's a word! I am someone whose mind is never idle..

When did you start writing?

Can't even recall, As if from forever

Who has been your Inspiration?

Novels Actually... Varied story lines, romances, thrillers, murder mysteries.. all sorts of stories.

What is your writing Kryptonite?

 I guess, It's portrayal of mass scenes... I really need to work on that.

What books have most influenced your life?

 All Dan Brown novels.

Did you learn something while writing this book? What was it?

Feelings may come in all colours of a prism.

What are your future project(s)?

 I am currently working on something supernatural.

If you couldn't be an author, what would your ideal career be?

I am an educator besides that I want to be a story teller.

What advice would you like to give to the budding writers?

Day dream. You could get beautiful stories while day dreaming.

Do you anything specific that you want to say to new writers?

 Please read my work and keep inspiring.

Friday 8 December 2017

Book Review- The Unfulfilled Fancy by Sonali Rana

Book Details:-
Book Name- The Unfulfilled Fancy
Author- Sonali Rana
Genre- Contemporary/Fiction
Publisher- Blue Rose Publications
Pages- 244 pages.

Blurb- Begum of Moradabad in the falling dawn of her life finds her self utterly alone and immensely desperate for some compassion. Defeated in all nooks of her life, she tries to find a sister in Amen but gets nothing more than disappointment. She then looks forward to a new man in the castle who promises of burden free future but of course not without in lieu favours. The only fresh breath in her life is Vikram, one who has always loved her. Unfortunately he too is Man, Man of our society. Wish to know more? Go and grab a copy today!

Review:- The Unfulfilled Fancy is s  contemporary fiction novel about a Begum who finds and frees herself.
This book was interesting and I was hooked to the story. The book ends with positive notes and teaches us a few important life lessons.

Book Title and Cover:- Book Title is interesting and appropriate with the book. Cover is catchy and suggests us about the genre and content. 
Both Title and Cover catches attention of readers.
Blurb is short and could be made more interesting.

Language and Narration:- Language used in the book is simple and easy to comprehend. Narration is done in First Person Narrative and is done well. Editing is done well and book is without any grammatical mistakes.

Characterization:- All the characters play their role perfectly as per the story. Though with extra description it could have been better but it does not affect the reading. I liked the Royalness in them, it made book reading more interesting.

Storyline and Plot:- As I said earlier, the story is interesting. The Story pace is slow for a few pages but it increases pace after that and events happen one after the other quickly.

However, Plot is common with most of the romance thrillers, this book gives us an engaging storyline, a good ending, interesting characters and a few important life lessons.

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

Final Rating- 3.5/5

Overall, The Unfulfilled Fancy engages you with interesting story and connecting character with not so unique plot.

Sunday 3 December 2017

Book Review- When Opposites Meet by Sachin Garg

Book Details-
Book Name- When Opposites Meet
Author- Sachin Garg
Genre- Romantic Fiction
Publisher- HarperCollins Publications
Pages- 205

Blurb- What happens when opposites meet?

When two completely different people find themselves drawn to each other? Can they really find happiness together?

Can wheelchair-bound Ritwika find a chord that connects her to national-level athlete Chetan? Will Aditi's irrepressible cheerfulness restart Jayant's life, put on indefinite pause since his parents' death? Does Indu, happily divorced, rediscover her faith in love with the reclusive Lokesh?

When Opposites Meet is the story of three unlikely couples and the differences between them. It's the story of love and the possibility of finding it in the most unlikely of places.

Review- When Opposites Meet is written by Famous author Sachin Garg. Author is famous for writing romantic fictions and this one is romantic fiction as well.

Book Cover and Title- Book Cover is simple and meets the inside story of book. If you look closely, the cover depicts two different people, meeting at the opposite ends. It makes sense when you're done reading the book.

Title is appropriate with the story.

Language and Narration- Language used in the book is lucid and goes smoothly with the given narration. Narration is done in third person narrative. Editing is done quiet well and the book is without any grammatical mistakes.

Characterization- All the characters are interesting and author have done well to build the characters anand their emotions as the story continues. It was an interesting experience to read how two opposite characters were falling for reach other.

Theme- Theme of the book is Love.

Storyline and Plot-As I said earlier, the story is simple. Pace of the book is slow for a few pages but it increases pace after that and events happen one after the other quickly.

However, Plot is interesting with engaging storyline and that's what makes you hooked with the book.

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

Final Rating- 3.5/5