No Exit

by Areeba Nasir

A novel set up in the the paradise, gives the reader an opportunity to peep into the life of a common Kashmiri. The pages echo the shouts of a mother when her only son is killed, the silent cries of a newly wed woman when her husband is abducted, the aimless life of the youth and the shouts of the old man when he carries the corpse of his young son on his shoulders.No Exit is the journey of Ruslaan Bhat, a young Kashmiri boy who has seen enough of violence, and amidst the turmoil wishes to live a normal life. He dreams of his Kashmir shinning bright on the globe. After escaping from the valley, he realises that he wasn't accepted anywhere. Kashmiri upbringing and Muslim name become the biggest hurdle in his journey.Does he succeed?
Is he able to break the stereotype?

178 pages, Paperback

First published August 1, 2012

About the author

Born with the zeal to make a difference in the society. Eager to break the chains and fly high.
I belong to a family of writers and poets. I believe in touching the social issues, and want to bring about a change in the world, as well as break the stereotypes through my writing.
I am a fearless writer.
Author of "No Exit". Still growing as a writer with each passing day!!!

Reviews

[Kaukab Nadeem · Rating 4 out of 5]

I feel privileged to comment on Areeba Nasir Kanwal's novel 'No exit'. When I started reading I felt that my journey to Kashmir has begun. The author has portrayed the normal life of Kashmir so sophisticatedlly and realistically that we feel as being there physically. The author has conceptualized the circumstances of modern Kashmir which revolve around the lead character Raslan. So long as such circumstances prevail there in fact is no exit for every Raslan who lives everywhere in Kashmir.

The author seems quite determined and committed to narrate the story of Raslan in such a way that 'No Exit' appears to be a biography of Raslan and it is indicative of the real background of current Kashmir which used to be the paradise of past.

To me 'No exit' is a journey to war-torn Kashmir through the eye of a normal Kashmiri who dreams to live a simple peaceful life but he finds 'No Exit'.

A compulsory book for every Indian.

[Zayana · Rating 4 out of 5]

No Exit made me aware of the harsh life of Kashmiris. It can be included in the list of one of the prominent books written on Kashmir and Indian Muslims. The author has written it well and the story binds a person till the end. Extremely emotional and interesting book.
I have included it in the list of my favorite books.

[Areeba Nasir · Rating 5 out of 5]

You will become great, when you learn to love your own work and proudly appreciate it. I will always include No Exit as one the best book I have written.

[Suhela Sagher · Rating 4 out of 5]

After a long time I finally got to read a book that toched my heart. Its very emotional and heart touching.I can read it again and again. Looking forward for some more such novels from the author.

[Ashish Gautam]

awesome book hai yaar!

[Khansa · Rating 4 out of 5]

a book which touched my heart
a book which made me cry❤

[Yasir Latif · Rating 4 out of 5]

No Exit Is an Interesting book. The author creates perfect Imagery. After reading No Exit I was acquainted with the life of Kashmiris.
I congratulate the author for touching such a sensitive Issue and presenting It perfectly.