Book Review: The Colours of Passion by Sourabh Mukherjee

Colours of Passion

Author: Sourabh Mukherjee

Publisher: Readomania

Rating: 3.5/5

The world of glamour and money swallows the happiness soon enough. ‘Colours of Passion’ is a thriller that exposes the brutal mindset of some people and explores the path of investigation that is filled with ups and downs. It is not necessary that every story ends on a happy note because every story does not originate in cloud cuckoo land! ‘Colours of Passion’ is one such story that can make you jump out of your skin. The plot is gripping and the lucid narration acts like a cherry on the cake. There are no lengthy descriptions and the intelligent turning points give it a flavour. The best and the most striking feature of the book is the ‘crisp and short chapters’ and the appalling (rather unexpected) climax.

The story revolves around a Tollywood’s charm, Hiya Sen, who is murdered along with her husband and the driver. As the mazy web of homicide disentangles, bitter and shocking revelations can give the readers heebie-jeebies.

However, the downside of the book is the mundane execution and prosaic language. The cover, too, doesn’t strike the right chord. The title baffles and misleads the readers. All of it could have been improved.

Overall, this book is a one time read.

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Book Review: Inside the Heart of Hope by Rishabh Puri

Inside the Heart of Hope

Author: Rishabh Puri

Publisher: Srishti Publishers

Rating: 3.5/5

“Where there is no vision, there is hope.”

― G. W. Carver

The conflict between heart and mind often results in a no-win situation. Working complimentary to each other, these two often confuse and conspire against each other and lead to bad decisions. ‘In the Heart of Hope’ by Srishti Publishers is a light read that not only teaches the readers the importance of self-love but also ensures that the message sent out is vivid and clear.

The story revolves around Rick, who is very ill. The disease starts to take its toll on the mind of the protagonist but he believes in looking for the light at the end of dark tunnel. Instead of being sick at heart, he puts the scattered pieces of his life in place and strives to live happily. He finds love and companionship and starts reliving.

Unlike the other fiction novellas, where there are mushy love tales and everything ends in the cloud cuckoo land, this book offers different and enriching content. The book has a personal and emotional touch. With subtle narrative, the story offers many moments of genuine anguish. It inspires and galvanizes the heart to start hoping.

The title of the book is fine. The blurb is apt. Overall, the simplicity of book is what makes it a marvelous feat!

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Book Review: A Lot Like Love by Sumrit Sahi

A  Lot Like Love

Author: Sumrit Shahi

Publisher: Rupa Publishers

Rating: 2/5

It has been rightly said that love is a rumour, everyone talks about it, but no one truly knows. Though it is sublime, yet it is difficult to understand the antagonistic side of it. There came a movie titled ‘A Lot Like Love’, starring Ashton Kutcher, in 2005 that made all the lovers go crazy behind the plot. However, ‘A Lot Like Love’ by Sumrit Sahi fails as a perlocutionary act. It fails to impress or leave a lasting impact. With the bountiful use of full stops (pauses), the hurdles in reading seem never-ending.

The story revolves around Arnika, who is attractive and diligent. She joins Shadab’s school and on the very first days gets a chance to meet plucky and amorous, Shadab. They say infatuation is a drug and our two protagonists get addicted to it. The story moves forward owing to several dialogues (rather one-word dialogues) and with literally no twists or turns and ends up in a clichéd climax.

Shadab’s suave or affable personality doesn’t strike the right chord and his chemistry with Arnika lacks the strength. There is no doubt that the narration is simple and understandable, but the use of too many contractions and colloquial language acts as a turn-off.

It comes as a disappointment when a nationally acclaimed writer pens down something as frivolous as this piece of literature. With almost nothing to ponder upon and absence of freshly brewed content, this story is a setback. Nevertheless, Rupa doesn’t fail to impress with fine-tooth comb editing.

Apparently, it is the need of the hour for all the aspiring authors to think out of the box and write on something other than college romance before the genre becomes redundant. They should realize that writing a book is an art and not compulsion. How bluntly they mention in acknowledgement that they are grateful to the readers for making them rich! Is this what all it takes to inscribe your thoughts on a piece of paper?

Overall, the narration type is definitely not my cup of tea but it may be liked by new readers or by those who are on the lookout for short- light romance.

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Book Courtesy: Rupa Publishers