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December 7, 2018
'AAVARAN' BY Bhaiyrappa
'AAVARAN' AN EYE OPENING TRUTH ABOUT RELIGIOUS HISTORY
'AAVARAN' written by Bhaiyarappa is an eye opening book about religion and history; originaly written in Kannad and translated in more than five languages; Sold more than 1 lakh copies is must read book by every Indians. Review of book:'Aavaran' written originally in kannad language is a story of ' Lakshami' a rebellious free spirited film maker married to 'Aamir', her love from Muslim religion. The story is written on base of true incidences. Fluently written story supports the strong, realistic and captivating plot of the novel.
The book uncovers the religious reality of Indian subcontinent. Bharat was a country where only one religion existed thousand years before.
A mysterious reason for conversion of Bharat is uncovered in the book; the book may be unlike by so called liberals and pseudo-secularist. Protagonist 'Laxami' known as ' Razia' in the story looks quite realistic, author has successfully described thoughts of the girl. Author had portrayed beautifully the orthodox thinking of ' Aamir'.Book is full of twists, tragedy, thrill and drama; pity condition of 'laxami' after being betrayed by ' Aamir' is eye-opening to all girl who gets trapped in Love-jehad.
The book is recommended to all teenage girls and their parents.About the Author
Dr. S.L. Bhyrappa is widely regarded as the greatest living novelist in Kannada. In a literary career spanning over fifty years he has authored twenty-two novels, which have been translated into most of the major Indian languages, including Urdu. His works have run into numerous reprints and have been the subject of numerous scholarly studies, as well as heated public debates. Of his books, Daatuwon the Sahitya Academy award while Mandrawon him the prestigious Saraswati Samman. He lives in Mysore.
Blurb of the book:Because my questions made Amir uncomfortable, he pronounced talaq just like that on the wife who had abandoned everything for him because his religion gives him that privilege. Where do I now stand, sir? Do you have any solutions for me?' Lakshmi, a rebellious, free-spirited and intelligent film-maker, breaks ties with her staunchly Gandhi an father to marry Amir, the man she loves. She even agrees reluctantly to Amir's request that she convert to Islam, as a formality and change her name to Razia. However, she is shocked to discover that her husband is not the open-minded, progressive individual he claimed to be. For after marriage, Amir takes his family's side in trying to force her to follow the more rigorous tenets of their faith. This sets her off on a personal journey into India's history to uncover the many layers of religion, caste and creed. Her quest leads her to the many parallels in the narratives between the past and the present and she gradually finds that though much has changed in Indian society over the centuries, much remains the same. The second historical novel by celebrated Kannada author S.L. Bhyrappa, translated for the first time into English by Sandeep Balakrishna, Aavarana: The Veil raises pertinent and searching questions about religion, liberalism and identity and highlights the importance of unshackling oneself from the bonds of false knowledge.Book Features:Raises questions and uncovers truths about religion and historyGoes deep into history to reveal the extent of tyranny by foreign invaders in IndiaWas a bestseller in Kannada, Gujarati, Tamil and other vernacular languagesThe Kannada version was sold out even before its release in February 2007. It went into 10 reprints within 5 months of its release
The book is avialable in Gujarati, Marathi, Kannad and English on amazon.
Free audio book available here.
Product detailsPaperback: 400 pagesPublisher: Rupa Publications (3 February 2014)Language: EnglishISBN-10: 8129124882ISBN-13: 978-8129124883Product Dimensions: 13 x 2.5 x 19.8 cmAverage Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars 176 customer reviewsAmazon Bestsellers Rank: #4,022 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)#26 in Books > Literature & Fiction > Religious & Spiritual Fiction#205 in Books > Literature & Fiction > Classic Fiction
Product details about Gujarati editionProduct detailsPaperback: 295 pagesPublisher: Bharitya Vichar Manch (2010)Language: HindiISBN-10: 9380146779ISBN-13: 978-9380146775
'AAVARAN' written by Bhaiyarappa is an eye opening book about religion and history; originaly written in Kannad and translated in more than five languages; Sold more than 1 lakh copies is must read book by every Indians. Review of book:'Aavaran' written originally in kannad language is a story of ' Lakshami' a rebellious free spirited film maker married to 'Aamir', her love from Muslim religion. The story is written on base of true incidences. Fluently written story supports the strong, realistic and captivating plot of the novel.
The book uncovers the religious reality of Indian subcontinent. Bharat was a country where only one religion existed thousand years before.
A mysterious reason for conversion of Bharat is uncovered in the book; the book may be unlike by so called liberals and pseudo-secularist. Protagonist 'Laxami' known as ' Razia' in the story looks quite realistic, author has successfully described thoughts of the girl. Author had portrayed beautifully the orthodox thinking of ' Aamir'.Book is full of twists, tragedy, thrill and drama; pity condition of 'laxami' after being betrayed by ' Aamir' is eye-opening to all girl who gets trapped in Love-jehad.
The book is recommended to all teenage girls and their parents.About the Author
Dr. S.L. Bhyrappa is widely regarded as the greatest living novelist in Kannada. In a literary career spanning over fifty years he has authored twenty-two novels, which have been translated into most of the major Indian languages, including Urdu. His works have run into numerous reprints and have been the subject of numerous scholarly studies, as well as heated public debates. Of his books, Daatuwon the Sahitya Academy award while Mandrawon him the prestigious Saraswati Samman. He lives in Mysore.
Blurb of the book:Because my questions made Amir uncomfortable, he pronounced talaq just like that on the wife who had abandoned everything for him because his religion gives him that privilege. Where do I now stand, sir? Do you have any solutions for me?' Lakshmi, a rebellious, free-spirited and intelligent film-maker, breaks ties with her staunchly Gandhi an father to marry Amir, the man she loves. She even agrees reluctantly to Amir's request that she convert to Islam, as a formality and change her name to Razia. However, she is shocked to discover that her husband is not the open-minded, progressive individual he claimed to be. For after marriage, Amir takes his family's side in trying to force her to follow the more rigorous tenets of their faith. This sets her off on a personal journey into India's history to uncover the many layers of religion, caste and creed. Her quest leads her to the many parallels in the narratives between the past and the present and she gradually finds that though much has changed in Indian society over the centuries, much remains the same. The second historical novel by celebrated Kannada author S.L. Bhyrappa, translated for the first time into English by Sandeep Balakrishna, Aavarana: The Veil raises pertinent and searching questions about religion, liberalism and identity and highlights the importance of unshackling oneself from the bonds of false knowledge.Book Features:Raises questions and uncovers truths about religion and historyGoes deep into history to reveal the extent of tyranny by foreign invaders in IndiaWas a bestseller in Kannada, Gujarati, Tamil and other vernacular languagesThe Kannada version was sold out even before its release in February 2007. It went into 10 reprints within 5 months of its release
The book is avialable in Gujarati, Marathi, Kannad and English on amazon.
Free audio book available here.
Product detailsPaperback: 400 pagesPublisher: Rupa Publications (3 February 2014)Language: EnglishISBN-10: 8129124882ISBN-13: 978-8129124883Product Dimensions: 13 x 2.5 x 19.8 cmAverage Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars 176 customer reviewsAmazon Bestsellers Rank: #4,022 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)#26 in Books > Literature & Fiction > Religious & Spiritual Fiction#205 in Books > Literature & Fiction > Classic Fiction
Product details about Gujarati editionProduct detailsPaperback: 295 pagesPublisher: Bharitya Vichar Manch (2010)Language: HindiISBN-10: 9380146779ISBN-13: 978-9380146775
October 19, 2018
WE CAN, WE WILL, WE MUST by Saranya Umakanthan
WE CAN, WE WILL, WE MUST by Saranya Umakanthanan Interesting plot and gripping description
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Blurb of the book: “Just as an eagle needs a push to soar into the sky, she needs a gentle nudge to achieve her dreams. And if she falls, he will be there to catch her, lift her, and push her again until she flies to stars…” Love…does it mean going around the trees in Switzerland, singing tra-la-la-la in the snow? Is it chanting “I love you” mantra a thousand times a day? Is it about gifting teddies and roses to your partner? Or is it bombarding each other with a thousand and one pings in Messenger from morning till night? Life batters Samaira. Stuck to these clichés, she loses everything…her love, parents, and wealth. Hopeless, she collides against the dynamic boss of Creative Tanks (CT), Vivian, who basically holds great contempt for losers. He aims to be the top entrepreneur in India, whereas Samaira has not even a notion of her dreams. Fate plays its own game when she goes in search of work, where she encounters him again. An air of mystery surrounds her, which tugs at him. Despite being opposites, sparks fly, and they are attracted. Vivian is perfect, but she vows that she will never fall in love again. He reaches a point where he would do just about anything to bring back the smile on her face. The chase begins. She keeps running away…from love, hope, and aspirations, and he keeps trying to bring her back on track. Thus their journey begins from the end, with oodles of inspiration and love… Vivian breaks Samaira’s shell and guides her into pursuing her broken dreams. He promises that he will be there for her if life pulls her down and hold her tight when she needs support. Together, they vow to each other, “We can. We will. We must.” But when Vivian tumbles and it is Samaira’s turn to break his fall, will she catch him? Walking on the arduous path of life, will they climb the ladder of success together or crash and burn? Can love be enough of a catalyst to attain their dreams? And now life threatened not to throw just lemons but huge melons…Review of Books's report:Plot: Interesting and gripping plot
Description: Author has maintained the medium pace of the story with nice flowCharacter: Well developed characters; enough space is given to each characterClimax: is little bit weakLength: somewhere story is unnecessarily stretched out which may compel reader to skip the paragraphs.Cost: Reasonable Cover: AttractivePrinting quality: fair
Disclaimer: The complimentary copy of the book was provided for unbiased honest review of the book
where to buy the book or read free on kindle? (Currently the book is maintained its position in top 100 in classic fiction category of amazon)
Product detailsPaperback: 236 pagesPublisher: Writing Geeks; First edition (22 September 2018)Language: EnglishISBN-10: 819366972XISBN-13: 978-8193669723Product Dimensions: 12.7 x 1.4 x 20.3 cm
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Blurb of the book: “Just as an eagle needs a push to soar into the sky, she needs a gentle nudge to achieve her dreams. And if she falls, he will be there to catch her, lift her, and push her again until she flies to stars…” Love…does it mean going around the trees in Switzerland, singing tra-la-la-la in the snow? Is it chanting “I love you” mantra a thousand times a day? Is it about gifting teddies and roses to your partner? Or is it bombarding each other with a thousand and one pings in Messenger from morning till night? Life batters Samaira. Stuck to these clichés, she loses everything…her love, parents, and wealth. Hopeless, she collides against the dynamic boss of Creative Tanks (CT), Vivian, who basically holds great contempt for losers. He aims to be the top entrepreneur in India, whereas Samaira has not even a notion of her dreams. Fate plays its own game when she goes in search of work, where she encounters him again. An air of mystery surrounds her, which tugs at him. Despite being opposites, sparks fly, and they are attracted. Vivian is perfect, but she vows that she will never fall in love again. He reaches a point where he would do just about anything to bring back the smile on her face. The chase begins. She keeps running away…from love, hope, and aspirations, and he keeps trying to bring her back on track. Thus their journey begins from the end, with oodles of inspiration and love… Vivian breaks Samaira’s shell and guides her into pursuing her broken dreams. He promises that he will be there for her if life pulls her down and hold her tight when she needs support. Together, they vow to each other, “We can. We will. We must.” But when Vivian tumbles and it is Samaira’s turn to break his fall, will she catch him? Walking on the arduous path of life, will they climb the ladder of success together or crash and burn? Can love be enough of a catalyst to attain their dreams? And now life threatened not to throw just lemons but huge melons…Review of Books's report:Plot: Interesting and gripping plot
Description: Author has maintained the medium pace of the story with nice flowCharacter: Well developed characters; enough space is given to each characterClimax: is little bit weakLength: somewhere story is unnecessarily stretched out which may compel reader to skip the paragraphs.Cost: Reasonable Cover: AttractivePrinting quality: fair
Disclaimer: The complimentary copy of the book was provided for unbiased honest review of the book
where to buy the book or read free on kindle? (Currently the book is maintained its position in top 100 in classic fiction category of amazon)
Product detailsPaperback: 236 pagesPublisher: Writing Geeks; First edition (22 September 2018)Language: EnglishISBN-10: 819366972XISBN-13: 978-8193669723Product Dimensions: 12.7 x 1.4 x 20.3 cm
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September 8, 2018
August 8, 2018
Because I love You by Dr. Pradip Chauhan
'Because I love You'by Dr. Pradip Chauhan
"Strongest story ever"
'I can't sacrifice hundreds of lives for my justice'
'I can forgive a rapist but can not marry a rapist'
'Money trial values of a man'Written with Indian rural background, 'Because I love you' is not only a love story it is a story touching social issues. The book is story of Flutist and singer; story of a simpleton boy and intelligent girl.
Kanaji and Radha protagonists of the story make readers fall for them. Radha rarest combination of beauty and brain is very emotional girl, falls for flutist Kanaji. being second love Radha learns she is betraying the noble man...
what happens when Kanaji comes to know about the reality..
to Know more read the book.....
Available on amazon must read for all
Product detailPaperback: 192 pagesPublisher: Anjuman Prakashan; First edition (31 July 2018)Language: EnglishISBN-10: 938602795XISBN-13: 978-9386027955Package Dimensions: 20 x 13 x 1.5 cm About the book:
'A grave smile on her face tried to hide the pain, she had decided to let feel him only beautiful moments she lived. Radha covered Kanaji’s head with her chunari, he closed eyes and submitted his body when she gently guided his head to her heart. He felt losing control over all his senses and could not feel himself when his head was on her heart. She closed eyes and let Kanaji enter herself; he felt soft, delicate and beautiful. He felt her silky hairs on his head; he felt being loved, being pampered by father, being scolded my mother. Girlish play with friends, affection of father and feeling like princess in father’s arm. But Kanaji did not want to feel only beautiful moments of her life, he invaded further; she did not know when he overpowered and reached the painful memory she had been hiding since days. Will Kanaji keep his promise after knowing truth?'
May 15, 2018
Ramayana: Stand Strong by Shubha Vilas
Ramayana: Stand Strong by Shubha VilasStory of Vali and Sugriva with life lessons
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Keeping faith and conquering fear
Ratings: 8.5 out of 10 stars
Review
Dip in the ocean of Ramayan finding new gems
Language: simple, fluidCharacters: Enough justice to every characterNarration: Gripping
At once the book was mailed to my home for review i was little bit disappointed thinking that another book manipulating our ancient books. But as i started reading the book, my prediction failed; this book has not modified real story of Ramayan as other authors are doing nowadays to earn bucks. Author has described the Ram's meeting with Hanuman, Vali Vadh and God Ram's stay with Sugriva in simple and communicable language. The life lessons added by author along with story are inspiring and add essence in the book. Author has not failed developing Character of Hanuman-the loved most God. Story behind his birth and his glory are captivating. Reader comes to know many things while reading the book; for an example, why god Ram asks Laxaman to identify Sita's ornaments!Ram's relation with laxaman, and Sugriva's relation with Vali are depicted in touching manner.In an era, when many authors are misrepresenting our sacred, glorious and pious past in perverted form this books stands for our culture, custom and reality revealing the truth behind Great stroy of Ramayan.
About the book by author:
The Ramayana is not a story. It’s a way of life. It’s the game of life.Life is a constant reminder that nothing, however powerful in one season, remains unchanging. The endless cycles of change can truly us if we are unprepared to face its realities. However, we often see these changing times as problems larger than they really are. Many issues in life when perceived with fear, result in pain; but when perceived with CLARITY, result is FREEDOM.Situations of helplessness are almost always created by our own limited imagination.Do you have the courage to face your fears?
Stand Strong, the fourth book in Ramayana: The Game of Life series reminds us through its eternal stories -- such as the tale of brothers Vali and Sugriva -- that life is like a high-risk treasure hunt: one often has to walk through a maze of confusing paths while being chased by dangerously complex dilemmas to find the hidden treasure of wisdom.
About the AuthorShubha Vilas is a spiritual seeker and a motivational speaker. He helps people in dealing with modern-day life situations through the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita, Ramayana and other dharmic traditions. He conducts leadership seminars in premier institutes across the world and inspires deeper human values.
Paperback: 316 pagesPublisher: Jaico Publishing House; 1 edition (30 September 2017)Language: EnglishISBN-10: 9386348926ISBN-13: 978-9386348920
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Keeping faith and conquering fear
Ratings: 8.5 out of 10 stars
Review
Dip in the ocean of Ramayan finding new gems
Language: simple, fluidCharacters: Enough justice to every characterNarration: Gripping
At once the book was mailed to my home for review i was little bit disappointed thinking that another book manipulating our ancient books. But as i started reading the book, my prediction failed; this book has not modified real story of Ramayan as other authors are doing nowadays to earn bucks. Author has described the Ram's meeting with Hanuman, Vali Vadh and God Ram's stay with Sugriva in simple and communicable language. The life lessons added by author along with story are inspiring and add essence in the book. Author has not failed developing Character of Hanuman-the loved most God. Story behind his birth and his glory are captivating. Reader comes to know many things while reading the book; for an example, why god Ram asks Laxaman to identify Sita's ornaments!Ram's relation with laxaman, and Sugriva's relation with Vali are depicted in touching manner.In an era, when many authors are misrepresenting our sacred, glorious and pious past in perverted form this books stands for our culture, custom and reality revealing the truth behind Great stroy of Ramayan.
About the book by author:
The Ramayana is not a story. It’s a way of life. It’s the game of life.Life is a constant reminder that nothing, however powerful in one season, remains unchanging. The endless cycles of change can truly us if we are unprepared to face its realities. However, we often see these changing times as problems larger than they really are. Many issues in life when perceived with fear, result in pain; but when perceived with CLARITY, result is FREEDOM.Situations of helplessness are almost always created by our own limited imagination.Do you have the courage to face your fears?
Stand Strong, the fourth book in Ramayana: The Game of Life series reminds us through its eternal stories -- such as the tale of brothers Vali and Sugriva -- that life is like a high-risk treasure hunt: one often has to walk through a maze of confusing paths while being chased by dangerously complex dilemmas to find the hidden treasure of wisdom.
About the AuthorShubha Vilas is a spiritual seeker and a motivational speaker. He helps people in dealing with modern-day life situations through the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita, Ramayana and other dharmic traditions. He conducts leadership seminars in premier institutes across the world and inspires deeper human values.
Paperback: 316 pagesPublisher: Jaico Publishing House; 1 edition (30 September 2017)Language: EnglishISBN-10: 9386348926ISBN-13: 978-9386348920
October 2, 2017
To kill a mocking bird by harper lee
An amazing book written in 20th century in British English, is gripping humorous masterpiece.
Harper lee has written book in first person from the point of view of a nine years old girl. The innocent girl is brought up in free environment by a lawyer Atticus- the man of values. She spends her childhood with her elder brother Jem and boyfriend Dill. Tales of ghostly house excites children. All her life is passed among luxurious and careful environment but she has to face reality when her father decides to fight for a nigger.
Language is quite difficult because of its rural ancient British touch, plot is quite normal but the idea the author has put before the society is till worthy even after six decades.
Incidences described in the book reveals the characters Normally seen in society. The book is full of punches and humorous sentenced.
My rating is 9 out 10 stars.
Must read book.....whatever genre you like to read you will love to read this book.
August 10, 2017
Three fatty singletones
Three Fat Singletons By J. M. Bartholomew
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Product details
Format: Kindle EditionFile Size: 1099 KBPrint Length: 286 pagesPage Numbers Source ISBN: 1540353397Simultaneous Device Usage: UnlimitedPublisher: Inkitt; 2 edition (17 December 2016) Sold by: Amazon Asia-Pacific Holdings Private Limited Language: EnglishASIN: B01MZ1AC9N
Ratings: 6.5 out of 10
Three females engaged in different professions are declined for marriage because of various reasons; the common reason is their fatty body. Whirling around the desperate women the story is written in fluent English; well developed characters keep the plot alive.Although poor plotting downturns the book men can peek in soul of women by reading the book. The different concept is change from bunches of romance novel and I will appreciate the author for the concept.In short one time read...
Offbeat story of three bachelor girls struggling for marriage [image error]
Product details
Format: Kindle EditionFile Size: 1099 KBPrint Length: 286 pagesPage Numbers Source ISBN: 1540353397Simultaneous Device Usage: UnlimitedPublisher: Inkitt; 2 edition (17 December 2016) Sold by: Amazon Asia-Pacific Holdings Private Limited Language: EnglishASIN: B01MZ1AC9N
Ratings: 6.5 out of 10
Three females engaged in different professions are declined for marriage because of various reasons; the common reason is their fatty body. Whirling around the desperate women the story is written in fluent English; well developed characters keep the plot alive.Although poor plotting downturns the book men can peek in soul of women by reading the book. The different concept is change from bunches of romance novel and I will appreciate the author for the concept.In short one time read...
May 7, 2017
It wasn't love at first: Shalini and I
It wasn't love at first: Shalini and Iby Prashant Sharma
A love story spread over 20 years
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PaperbackPublisher: Srishti Publishers (2012)Language: EnglishISBN-10: 9380349556ISBN-13: 978-9380349558Product Dimensions: 20.8 x 13 x 1.6 cmBlurb: “It seemed as if it was just me, and just her, just like the way we had first talked, just like I had always imagined, just Like how I wanted it to be.” Was it love at first, or was it love every time after that? A love story spread across twenty years. This is the story of, Shalini and I.
About the Author:Prashant Sharma currently lives in Delhi and works in a multinational bank. An engineer (DCE) and MBA by education, he took to writing in his second year at IIM Lucknow and this is his third book after ‘Love, Life and A Beer Can!’ (2010 release) – a humorous take on growing up, and ‘If I Pretend I am Sorry!’ (2011 release) - an underworld story bringing back the angry young man.
Review:Protagonist falls for a girl in his childhood, who meets him intermittently every six or seven years. Confused protagonist does not know whether the girl Shalini loves him or not. Due the time the protagonist is busy in making career and falls for another two girls. After having set career, he got engaged to a girl Kriti, whom he loves reasonably but then Shalini comes to his life again....
Let us not talk about the confused protagonist- who seems to choose best option available each time. Author confuses whether the protagonist is in love of her or not. Author has described story well but fails to convey feelings; characters are well developed. I would have given more credits if Shalini's character has been given more space. Happy ending love story will touch the heart of girls, and loving friend- Hari is plus point. All over one time read light love story...
Amish Tripathi is back Sita - Warrior of Mithila (Book 2 of the Ram Chandra Series)
December 26, 2016
Service Goat by Piers Anthony
Service Goat by Piers Anthony
'Empathy is many things among them the ability of one person to feel the feeling of another person. Not only to intellectually understand his joys and sorrows, but to actually feel them, This is accomplished, technically, by what we call mirror neurons, that react to duplicate perceived emotions. To feel another' pain. That is the cornerstone of the human condition, something that sets us apart from the animal kingdom.'Above words said by a character is the turning point of the sensual and gripping science fiction written by Piers Anthony.6.5 out of 10 stars'Engaging short read science fiction'About the book
Orphaned and blind seven-year- old Callie has a service animal – a goat with extraordinarypowers.Ben Hemoth is a down-on- his luck news reporter facing prison. Needing to save his job and his reputation, he teams up with Venus, a young seductress caught up with a teenage drug gang.When a mysterious letter arrives detailing a top-secret investigative operation, Ben and Venus think they’ve found their chance for redemption. The mission? Investigate a goat. In exchange for an extravagant paycheck, Ben and Venus must piece together the wild rumours swirling around Callie, her supernatural goat, and a possible UFO visit.Piers Anthony’s Service Goat is an extraordinary tale rich with adventure, extraterrestrial visitors, secrecy, dangerous governmental operations, and the classic hints of mischief that readers have come to expect and love from the New York Times bestselling author of the Xanth series.
Attractive cover page, matches the interior of the book; The book written in third person revolves around the orphan girl and alien goat. Two spy also add thrilling romance in the book. allover story is predictable but till book is engaging.
The plot was very good, the author could have built better and there was lots of potentially; author was not fully successful to make reader to empathise the protagonist.
Writing style fluent and climax is expected. One time read book should be your in kindle library if you are fond of science fiction; and fantasy.
The book can be a good children/ Young adult book if we ignore few intimating scene.
This short read although not master piece but also not ignoble creation of the author.
From my side i will give 6.5 out of 10 starsTitle: Service Goat
Author: Piers Anthony
Author’s Central Page: Piers Anthony
Amazon Link: Service Goat
Goodreads Link: Service Goat
Paperback Edition: $8.00, EBOOK: $3.99
Genre: Fantasy
Number of Pages: 98
Publisher: Dreaming Big Publications,
http://www.dreamingbigpublications.com
dreamingbigpublications@outlook.com
Editor in Chief: Kristi King-Morgan
dreamingbigpublications@outlook.com
Click here to buy the kindle edition from Amazon.in
Disclaimer: The book was gifted from publisher for unbiased and honest review
'Empathy is many things among them the ability of one person to feel the feeling of another person. Not only to intellectually understand his joys and sorrows, but to actually feel them, This is accomplished, technically, by what we call mirror neurons, that react to duplicate perceived emotions. To feel another' pain. That is the cornerstone of the human condition, something that sets us apart from the animal kingdom.'Above words said by a character is the turning point of the sensual and gripping science fiction written by Piers Anthony.6.5 out of 10 stars'Engaging short read science fiction'About the book
Orphaned and blind seven-year- old Callie has a service animal – a goat with extraordinarypowers.Ben Hemoth is a down-on- his luck news reporter facing prison. Needing to save his job and his reputation, he teams up with Venus, a young seductress caught up with a teenage drug gang.When a mysterious letter arrives detailing a top-secret investigative operation, Ben and Venus think they’ve found their chance for redemption. The mission? Investigate a goat. In exchange for an extravagant paycheck, Ben and Venus must piece together the wild rumours swirling around Callie, her supernatural goat, and a possible UFO visit.Piers Anthony’s Service Goat is an extraordinary tale rich with adventure, extraterrestrial visitors, secrecy, dangerous governmental operations, and the classic hints of mischief that readers have come to expect and love from the New York Times bestselling author of the Xanth series.
Attractive cover page, matches the interior of the book; The book written in third person revolves around the orphan girl and alien goat. Two spy also add thrilling romance in the book. allover story is predictable but till book is engaging.
The plot was very good, the author could have built better and there was lots of potentially; author was not fully successful to make reader to empathise the protagonist.
Writing style fluent and climax is expected. One time read book should be your in kindle library if you are fond of science fiction; and fantasy.
The book can be a good children/ Young adult book if we ignore few intimating scene.
This short read although not master piece but also not ignoble creation of the author.
From my side i will give 6.5 out of 10 starsTitle: Service Goat
Author: Piers Anthony
Author’s Central Page: Piers Anthony
Amazon Link: Service Goat
Goodreads Link: Service Goat
Paperback Edition: $8.00, EBOOK: $3.99
Genre: Fantasy
Number of Pages: 98
Publisher: Dreaming Big Publications,
http://www.dreamingbigpublications.com
dreamingbigpublications@outlook.com
Editor in Chief: Kristi King-Morgan
dreamingbigpublications@outlook.com
Click here to buy the kindle edition from Amazon.in
Disclaimer: The book was gifted from publisher for unbiased and honest review
November 22, 2016
The Multitudes of Ripples: Valayavividha by Vaachakmitra
The Multitudes of Ripples: Valayavividha by Vaachakmitra
"Ruminate the journey of life"'3 out of 5 stars'Book blurbThe novel is a first person narrative of an entrepreneur who struggles to make sense of his life. He reconstructs his memory while recuperating from a nervous breakdown. The distortion in his narrative is not only the manifestation of psychopathology of his mind but also an exploration of human values. The novel demonstrates how optimism incorporates meaningful semantics even in the face of psychopathology. The dualism of hope and pathos creates a touch of absurd, almost reminiscent of Kafka and Camus.
About the Author
The author is a research scientist by training. He is a technical consultant who works in an advisory capacity to the pharmaceutical industry. He specialises in intellectual property, technology up-gradation and information technology. He is a science writer specialising in theoretical and philosophical foundations of modern scientific thought.
Review of the bookLet's start from the cover page, the cover page is fascinating and attractive. The title and cover page creates curiosity in reader; and definitely pass the stage one and prompts the reader to take the book in hand.The second thing reader will check out the back cover or blurb of the book; that does not appeals me. and the reader may also feel same; The book will be placed back. The author would have done better effort in writing the blurb of the book.The protagonist looks back in his life to search the meaning of life. He ruminates childhood, love of parents and his entire journey till the date. Various aspects of life he has described in a philosophical way, few are good few are bad .
Written as first person story has many incidences and many dimensions. The book does not success to maintain interest in the book, every possibility is there the reader will drop out the book without accomplishment.The Psycho pathological condition of the protagonist is a character in the story; similarly the author successfully created strong characters. The climax of the story interesting, i will not like to reveal here. Writing style is an average, easy to understand; slow paced.
The biggest disadvantage is the price of the book..(The book is quite higher, optimum price of the book should be below 200)
Who should read the book?I fear there are very few readers who will like to read this such type of book; but who loves relationship, social and philosophical book can go for this book.Who should not read the book?Thriller, action, romance lover stay away
My opinion:This book is quite costly so Check out the sample of this book then buy it....
About the book:
Paperback: 276 pagesPublisher: Cinnamonteal Publishing (15 January 2016)Language: EnglishISBN-10: 9385523244ISBN-13: 978-9385523243Product Dimensions: 14.8 x 1.6 x 21 cmYou can buy the book from amazon
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This Was a Man is the captivating final instalment of the Clifton Chronicles, a series of seven novels that has topped the bestseller lists around the world and enhanced Jeffrey Archer's reputation as a master storyteller.
This Was a Man opens with a shot being fired, but who pulled the trigger and who lives and who dies?
In Whitehall, Giles Barrington discovers the truth about his wife Karin from the Cabinet Secretary. Is she a spy or a pawn in a larger game?
Harry Clifton sets out to write his magnum opus, while his wife Emma completes her ten years as Chairman of the Bristol Royal Infirmary and receives an unexpected call from Margaret Thatcher offering her a job.
Sebastian Clifton becomes chairman of Farthings Kaufman bank, but only after Hakim Bishara has to resign for personal reasons. Sebastian and Samantha's talented daughter, Jessica, is expelled from the Slade School of Fine Art, but her aunt Grace comes to her rescue.
Meanwhile, Lady Virginia is about to flee the country to avoid her creditors when the Duchess of Hertford dies and she sees another opportunity to clear her debts and finally trump the Cliftons and Barringtons.
In a devastating twist, tragedy engulfs the Clifton family when one of them receives a shocking diagnosis that will throw all their lives into turmoil.
"Ruminate the journey of life"'3 out of 5 stars'Book blurbThe novel is a first person narrative of an entrepreneur who struggles to make sense of his life. He reconstructs his memory while recuperating from a nervous breakdown. The distortion in his narrative is not only the manifestation of psychopathology of his mind but also an exploration of human values. The novel demonstrates how optimism incorporates meaningful semantics even in the face of psychopathology. The dualism of hope and pathos creates a touch of absurd, almost reminiscent of Kafka and Camus.
About the Author
The author is a research scientist by training. He is a technical consultant who works in an advisory capacity to the pharmaceutical industry. He specialises in intellectual property, technology up-gradation and information technology. He is a science writer specialising in theoretical and philosophical foundations of modern scientific thought.
Review of the bookLet's start from the cover page, the cover page is fascinating and attractive. The title and cover page creates curiosity in reader; and definitely pass the stage one and prompts the reader to take the book in hand.The second thing reader will check out the back cover or blurb of the book; that does not appeals me. and the reader may also feel same; The book will be placed back. The author would have done better effort in writing the blurb of the book.The protagonist looks back in his life to search the meaning of life. He ruminates childhood, love of parents and his entire journey till the date. Various aspects of life he has described in a philosophical way, few are good few are bad .
Written as first person story has many incidences and many dimensions. The book does not success to maintain interest in the book, every possibility is there the reader will drop out the book without accomplishment.The Psycho pathological condition of the protagonist is a character in the story; similarly the author successfully created strong characters. The climax of the story interesting, i will not like to reveal here. Writing style is an average, easy to understand; slow paced.
The biggest disadvantage is the price of the book..(The book is quite higher, optimum price of the book should be below 200)
Who should read the book?I fear there are very few readers who will like to read this such type of book; but who loves relationship, social and philosophical book can go for this book.Who should not read the book?Thriller, action, romance lover stay away
My opinion:This book is quite costly so Check out the sample of this book then buy it....
About the book:
Paperback: 276 pagesPublisher: Cinnamonteal Publishing (15 January 2016)Language: EnglishISBN-10: 9385523244ISBN-13: 978-9385523243Product Dimensions: 14.8 x 1.6 x 21 cmYou can buy the book from amazon
Buy from amazon 'This Was a Man' by Jefferey Archer; the best selling thriller [image error]
This Was a Man is the captivating final instalment of the Clifton Chronicles, a series of seven novels that has topped the bestseller lists around the world and enhanced Jeffrey Archer's reputation as a master storyteller.
This Was a Man opens with a shot being fired, but who pulled the trigger and who lives and who dies?
In Whitehall, Giles Barrington discovers the truth about his wife Karin from the Cabinet Secretary. Is she a spy or a pawn in a larger game?
Harry Clifton sets out to write his magnum opus, while his wife Emma completes her ten years as Chairman of the Bristol Royal Infirmary and receives an unexpected call from Margaret Thatcher offering her a job.
Sebastian Clifton becomes chairman of Farthings Kaufman bank, but only after Hakim Bishara has to resign for personal reasons. Sebastian and Samantha's talented daughter, Jessica, is expelled from the Slade School of Fine Art, but her aunt Grace comes to her rescue.
Meanwhile, Lady Virginia is about to flee the country to avoid her creditors when the Duchess of Hertford dies and she sees another opportunity to clear her debts and finally trump the Cliftons and Barringtons.
In a devastating twist, tragedy engulfs the Clifton family when one of them receives a shocking diagnosis that will throw all their lives into turmoil.
