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Hiccups
A love story with a difference“You came into my life and changed everything... forever.Before you walked into my life, all I did was survive...you made me rediscover what it means to be alive.”HICCUPS is a tender love story that leaves you with a happy feeling. The story revolves around the life of the protagonist, how he struggles through life as a student – taking care of his mother; paying for his engineering expenses with scholarships and awards. Enclosed in a wall of priorities doing well in his studies was paramount to him.What transpires when he meets a beautiful, witty and intelligent girl with a penchant for the good things in life? Destiny brings the two of them together under the unlikeliest of circumstances. What follows is a fascinating journey that will change their lives forever.
380 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2012
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September 14, 2013
By Harsh Pande. Grade A+
I always read the little detail about the author provided in the book before I embark upon my reading journey. It kinds of gives me an idea about the psyche of the author, thus, helping me understand the book better.
To know that the author of a book has been suffering from a physical ailment for long and has been beating the odds just to get through life with a smile. And the fact that the author is brilliant too, makes one think twice about one’s lack-lustre, aimless attitude in life.
There are three characters that make this book what it is – the protagonist, his mother and the girl who is the love of his life. When one knows that life can be mean, troublesome, painful and short, one puts in one’s best efforts in one’s work. At least, the positive people do that. And we find that positive attitude of the author in this book.
Do not be deceived by the cover of the book. It is not just a love story between a boy and a girl. It is a beautiful tale about a son’s devotion for his mother. It is about a young man’s perseverance to survive solely by his grit and will power. It is a story of beautiful love between two youngsters who share their lives together trying hard to make their relationship work despite the ‘hiccups’ that tumble down their paths and tussle them every time they want to get together.
Plot:
The protagonist’s mother is all that he has to call his own in this world. And now, she is in the ICU in coma. Will she ever come out of this deep sleep? Will she be able to share her life with her son again?
Till that fruitful day, how will her son lead his life with financial and social constraints? Would he give up in despair to the cruel hands of destiny? Or would he calmly face the struggles caring for his mother in her ward as he studied and worked to fund his college and the hospital expenses? Would he succeed in bringing his mother back from the jaws of death? Will his muse draw him out from the gloom and depression of a life mortgaged into the clutches of destiny?
The narration is swift and fast paced as it takes you along the waves of intense emotion. The Quiz Contests have been very interestingly described in the novel with the author drawing material from his own quiz experiences in the popular ‘Bournvita Quiz’ Contests which he participated in while studying.
Harsh Pande’s ‘Hiccups’ is his very first book and his last too because he lived to inspire and then lose the battle when destiny beckoned him to wind up his job and pain at the ripe young age of 24.
Harsh’s book is a living inspiration for all people. His novel ends on a fulfilling note just as he lived his own life without any regrets.
Do read this wonderful book and enjoy the fragrance of a beautiful soul.
Originally reviewed at Vaultofbooks.com, a close-knit community of fanatical readers. We are looking for perceptive readers who can write well, and we are eager to provide lots of free books in exchange for reviews. Shoot us a mail at contact@vaultofbooks.com
I always read the little detail about the author provided in the book before I embark upon my reading journey. It kinds of gives me an idea about the psyche of the author, thus, helping me understand the book better.
To know that the author of a book has been suffering from a physical ailment for long and has been beating the odds just to get through life with a smile. And the fact that the author is brilliant too, makes one think twice about one’s lack-lustre, aimless attitude in life.
There are three characters that make this book what it is – the protagonist, his mother and the girl who is the love of his life. When one knows that life can be mean, troublesome, painful and short, one puts in one’s best efforts in one’s work. At least, the positive people do that. And we find that positive attitude of the author in this book.
Do not be deceived by the cover of the book. It is not just a love story between a boy and a girl. It is a beautiful tale about a son’s devotion for his mother. It is about a young man’s perseverance to survive solely by his grit and will power. It is a story of beautiful love between two youngsters who share their lives together trying hard to make their relationship work despite the ‘hiccups’ that tumble down their paths and tussle them every time they want to get together.
Plot:
The protagonist’s mother is all that he has to call his own in this world. And now, she is in the ICU in coma. Will she ever come out of this deep sleep? Will she be able to share her life with her son again?
Till that fruitful day, how will her son lead his life with financial and social constraints? Would he give up in despair to the cruel hands of destiny? Or would he calmly face the struggles caring for his mother in her ward as he studied and worked to fund his college and the hospital expenses? Would he succeed in bringing his mother back from the jaws of death? Will his muse draw him out from the gloom and depression of a life mortgaged into the clutches of destiny?
The narration is swift and fast paced as it takes you along the waves of intense emotion. The Quiz Contests have been very interestingly described in the novel with the author drawing material from his own quiz experiences in the popular ‘Bournvita Quiz’ Contests which he participated in while studying.
Harsh Pande’s ‘Hiccups’ is his very first book and his last too because he lived to inspire and then lose the battle when destiny beckoned him to wind up his job and pain at the ripe young age of 24.
Harsh’s book is a living inspiration for all people. His novel ends on a fulfilling note just as he lived his own life without any regrets.
Do read this wonderful book and enjoy the fragrance of a beautiful soul.
Originally reviewed at Vaultofbooks.com, a close-knit community of fanatical readers. We are looking for perceptive readers who can write well, and we are eager to provide lots of free books in exchange for reviews. Shoot us a mail at contact@vaultofbooks.com
August 29, 2013
Amazing story. keeps changing from lovely to cute to heart-warming to heart-touching to heart-wrenching.
story of friendship, love, despair, inner struggles as well as outer struggles with destiny.
filled with friendship, humor, mushy dialogues, romance, a bit of philosophy, a bit of "gyaan" and so much of sadness too.
everyone would surely enjoy reading this one.
read the whole review here - http://jigar-doshi.com/2013/08/novel-...
story of friendship, love, despair, inner struggles as well as outer struggles with destiny.
filled with friendship, humor, mushy dialogues, romance, a bit of philosophy, a bit of "gyaan" and so much of sadness too.
everyone would surely enjoy reading this one.
read the whole review here - http://jigar-doshi.com/2013/08/novel-...
February 28, 2014
The journey with the book was just like jet speed, everyone who reads this will get assorted feelings from every single page. I am sure you won’t let down until you reach the last page.
This is not just first book also the last one in his journey.
This is not just first book also the last one in his journey.
August 24, 2013
A must read for people who believe in the magic of love. This book has everything a reader desires. Love,emotion,humour,friendship..struggle,faith ..everything.
Great job done by Harsh!!
Great job done by Harsh!!
August 21, 2013
One of the most amazing books ever read. i recommend this book to all people irrespective of age.
July 31, 2014
He is young yet matured, well-read, intelligent, quick-witted with a great sense of humor. He is also calm and composed; very confident and optimistic who refuses to give to hope. He is studious and at the same time very fun loving
She is bright, beautiful and intelligent. She is like any other teenager who takes life as it comes. She is also friendly, caring and understanding.
What I think
The book blurb is really interesting and so is the title. They will definitely grab a potential reader’s attention. The font and line spacing is perfect making the reading a less cumbersome process.
The plot is very different and carries a high-level of optimism. Each page and line oozes with positive vibes which also transmits into the reader. The way in which the story unravel is also very unique with very different elements like quizzes and difficult past.
The narrative is simple and lucid. There are many quirky dialogs; some are funny and some are philosophical. Tiny poems in the book adds to the charm and makes us delve deep into his mind and thought process.
Another interesting and unique aspect is that the lead characters are always address as HE and SHE. Their names are not reveals till the end. This lets the reader think of suitable names to them. It enables the readers to use their wings of imagination.
The story takes place in a time where pubs culture is at its high and dating is an accepted routine affair. But, the beauty is, in spite of the freedom the HE and SHE enjoy, they know their limits. Their characters are well-developed; especially HIS.
In short, the book is different love story – far different from the several clichéd ones.
But...
The cover page is average. It lacks creativity and in fact, doesn’t really blend with the story.
Should you read it?
Yes, the story flows with minimal hiccups like a breeze of fresh air.
Go for it!
She is bright, beautiful and intelligent. She is like any other teenager who takes life as it comes. She is also friendly, caring and understanding.
What I think
The book blurb is really interesting and so is the title. They will definitely grab a potential reader’s attention. The font and line spacing is perfect making the reading a less cumbersome process.
The plot is very different and carries a high-level of optimism. Each page and line oozes with positive vibes which also transmits into the reader. The way in which the story unravel is also very unique with very different elements like quizzes and difficult past.
The narrative is simple and lucid. There are many quirky dialogs; some are funny and some are philosophical. Tiny poems in the book adds to the charm and makes us delve deep into his mind and thought process.
Another interesting and unique aspect is that the lead characters are always address as HE and SHE. Their names are not reveals till the end. This lets the reader think of suitable names to them. It enables the readers to use their wings of imagination.
The story takes place in a time where pubs culture is at its high and dating is an accepted routine affair. But, the beauty is, in spite of the freedom the HE and SHE enjoy, they know their limits. Their characters are well-developed; especially HIS.
In short, the book is different love story – far different from the several clichéd ones.
But...
The cover page is average. It lacks creativity and in fact, doesn’t really blend with the story.
Should you read it?
Yes, the story flows with minimal hiccups like a breeze of fresh air.
Go for it!
February 14, 2016
The way in which the story moves was really interesting.. The book contains only the normal and the usual thing which happens in life, but the way characters has described was very good. Though at sometime there was detailed description about the event which was like little dragging, but the entire book was too good. I am really sad that this book was author's debut and he is no more to an other good one.
June 15, 2014
An awsm book!
April 14, 2017
not that great
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November 24, 2015amazing book, amazing way of expressing each emotions.
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