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Of Love and Distance
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Robert Brown, a movie star, is abducted for ransom in a strange country. Lisa, an ordinary girl, is the unintended, unwanted abductee. They develop a beautiful relationship during the ordeal.
Will Robert and Lisa overcome the physical and cultural distance and get together after the nightmare? Will they be able to keep their closely guarded secret from the world?
Robert Brown, a movie star, is abducted for ransom in a strange country. Lisa, an ordinary girl, is the unintended, unwanted abductee. They develop a beautiful relationship during the ordeal.
Will Robert and Lisa overcome the physical and cultural distance and get together after the nightmare? Will they be able to keep their closely guarded secret from the world?
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First published January 9, 2015
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August 23, 2015
I received the book from the author for an honest review.
The flow of the story telling was so easy to follow and before I knew it the book was done. Quick but yet with so much emotion that you could not help but feel for Lisa, the main character in the book.
The name of the book says it all, not only is it physical but also an emotional distance that had to be overcome by her. Her story, although fictional would appeal to many women who goes through this trauma touches the very core of the human heart.
Lisa's deeply covered emotions made sure you look deeper not only on the surface.
A beautiful story that grips your heart a you experience her life, her experiences and the many turmoils she conquered to be with the one she loves. It is filled with enough intrigue to keep you wondering on the outcome feeling relieved at the end.
A beautiful love story that grows from a very traumatic event to something wonderful.
I really enjoyed this book.
The flow of the story telling was so easy to follow and before I knew it the book was done. Quick but yet with so much emotion that you could not help but feel for Lisa, the main character in the book.
The name of the book says it all, not only is it physical but also an emotional distance that had to be overcome by her. Her story, although fictional would appeal to many women who goes through this trauma touches the very core of the human heart.
Lisa's deeply covered emotions made sure you look deeper not only on the surface.
A beautiful story that grips your heart a you experience her life, her experiences and the many turmoils she conquered to be with the one she loves. It is filled with enough intrigue to keep you wondering on the outcome feeling relieved at the end.
A beautiful love story that grows from a very traumatic event to something wonderful.
I really enjoyed this book.
March 30, 2015
I Surrendered is by Divya Jyoti Randev. It is a really good book. It begins in India, goes to the United Kingdom, and back to India. The settings are realistic as are the characters. The plot is somewhat twisted but flows easily. You are never quite sure what will happen next.
Robert Brown was a celebrated movie star. He was in India to promote his new film. Lisa was a journalist who was learning and trying to make a name for herself as an interviewer. She had come along with Karan to the interview he had with Robert simply to watch and listen to see how it was done. Unfortunately, this was an interview that failed through no fault of theirs. Lisa and Karan had an interview set to begin after the press conference Robert held. However, it was to take place at a different location. Karan and Lisa were asked to ride over with Robert and his publicist. They wanted Karan to do his interview in the car to save on time. As Karan was proceeding, the publicist was shot. The limo driver turned to take him to the hospital while Robert and Lisa tried to stop the bleeding. Then Karan was shot in the head and someone forced their way into the front seat and killed the driver. They were hustled into a SUV where Lisa was thrown against the door and was knocked unconscious. When she came to, they were in a small room and both she and Robert were tied to chairs. He was unable to talk and she was blindfolded. As she tried to move her chair closer to Robert, the kidnappers came in. They had not intended to take Lisa, only Robert so she was of no use to them. However, Raja intended to rape her.
They had managed to escape but not before Lisa was raped. Robert went back to Britain and his life there. They kept in touch with each other for a while but life intervened and the correspondence lessened. Lisa knew she was known as the girl who was raped while kidnapped with Robert Brown and it made a definite change in her life. People stared and talked about her. Her parents were very upset after she told the story to an interviewer on television. They were humiliated and wanted the story to just disappear. Then the worst happened, Lisa was pregnant! Her mother wants her to get rid of it, Lisa wants to keep her child and raise him on her own; but a friend of hers insists she tell Robert about her pregnancy.
What will happen next? This story just keeps getting better and better.
Merged review:
Of Love and Distance is by Divya Jyoti Randev. It is a really good book. It begins in India, goes to the United Kingdom, and back to India. The settings are realistic as are the characters. The plot is somewhat twisted but flows easily. You are never quite sure what will happen next.
Robert Brown was a celebrated movie star. He was in India to promote his new film. Lisa was a journalist who was learning and trying to make a name for herself as an interviewer. She had come along with Karan to the interview he had with Robert simply to watch and listen to see how it was done. Unfortunately, this was an interview that failed through no fault of theirs. Lisa and Karan had an interview set to begin after the press conference Robert held. However, it was to take place at a different location. Karan and Lisa were asked to ride over with Robert and his publicist. They wanted Karan to do his interview in the car to save on time. As Karan was proceeding, the publicist was shot. The limo driver turned to take him to the hospital while Robert and Lisa tried to stop the bleeding. Then Karan was shot in the head and someone forced their way into the front seat and killed the driver. They were hustled into a SUV where Lisa was thrown against the door and was knocked unconscious. When she came to, they were in a small room and both she and Robert were tied to chairs. He was unable to talk and she was blindfolded. As she tried to move her chair closer to Robert, the kidnappers came in. They had not intended to take Lisa, only Robert so she was of no use to them. However, Raja intended to rape her.
They had managed to escape but not before Lisa was raped. Robert went back to Britain and his life there. They kept in touch with each other for a while but life intervened and the correspondence lessened. Lisa knew she was known as the girl who was raped while kidnapped with Robert Brown and it made a definite change in her life. People stared and talked about her. Her parents were very upset after she told the story to an interviewer on television. They were humiliated and wanted the story to just disappear. Then the worst happened, Lisa was pregnant! Her mother wants her to get rid of it, Lisa wants to keep her child and raise him on her own; but a friend of hers insists she tell Robert about her pregnancy.
What will happen next? This story just keeps getting better and better.
Robert Brown was a celebrated movie star. He was in India to promote his new film. Lisa was a journalist who was learning and trying to make a name for herself as an interviewer. She had come along with Karan to the interview he had with Robert simply to watch and listen to see how it was done. Unfortunately, this was an interview that failed through no fault of theirs. Lisa and Karan had an interview set to begin after the press conference Robert held. However, it was to take place at a different location. Karan and Lisa were asked to ride over with Robert and his publicist. They wanted Karan to do his interview in the car to save on time. As Karan was proceeding, the publicist was shot. The limo driver turned to take him to the hospital while Robert and Lisa tried to stop the bleeding. Then Karan was shot in the head and someone forced their way into the front seat and killed the driver. They were hustled into a SUV where Lisa was thrown against the door and was knocked unconscious. When she came to, they were in a small room and both she and Robert were tied to chairs. He was unable to talk and she was blindfolded. As she tried to move her chair closer to Robert, the kidnappers came in. They had not intended to take Lisa, only Robert so she was of no use to them. However, Raja intended to rape her.
They had managed to escape but not before Lisa was raped. Robert went back to Britain and his life there. They kept in touch with each other for a while but life intervened and the correspondence lessened. Lisa knew she was known as the girl who was raped while kidnapped with Robert Brown and it made a definite change in her life. People stared and talked about her. Her parents were very upset after she told the story to an interviewer on television. They were humiliated and wanted the story to just disappear. Then the worst happened, Lisa was pregnant! Her mother wants her to get rid of it, Lisa wants to keep her child and raise him on her own; but a friend of hers insists she tell Robert about her pregnancy.
What will happen next? This story just keeps getting better and better.
Merged review:
Of Love and Distance is by Divya Jyoti Randev. It is a really good book. It begins in India, goes to the United Kingdom, and back to India. The settings are realistic as are the characters. The plot is somewhat twisted but flows easily. You are never quite sure what will happen next.
Robert Brown was a celebrated movie star. He was in India to promote his new film. Lisa was a journalist who was learning and trying to make a name for herself as an interviewer. She had come along with Karan to the interview he had with Robert simply to watch and listen to see how it was done. Unfortunately, this was an interview that failed through no fault of theirs. Lisa and Karan had an interview set to begin after the press conference Robert held. However, it was to take place at a different location. Karan and Lisa were asked to ride over with Robert and his publicist. They wanted Karan to do his interview in the car to save on time. As Karan was proceeding, the publicist was shot. The limo driver turned to take him to the hospital while Robert and Lisa tried to stop the bleeding. Then Karan was shot in the head and someone forced their way into the front seat and killed the driver. They were hustled into a SUV where Lisa was thrown against the door and was knocked unconscious. When she came to, they were in a small room and both she and Robert were tied to chairs. He was unable to talk and she was blindfolded. As she tried to move her chair closer to Robert, the kidnappers came in. They had not intended to take Lisa, only Robert so she was of no use to them. However, Raja intended to rape her.
They had managed to escape but not before Lisa was raped. Robert went back to Britain and his life there. They kept in touch with each other for a while but life intervened and the correspondence lessened. Lisa knew she was known as the girl who was raped while kidnapped with Robert Brown and it made a definite change in her life. People stared and talked about her. Her parents were very upset after she told the story to an interviewer on television. They were humiliated and wanted the story to just disappear. Then the worst happened, Lisa was pregnant! Her mother wants her to get rid of it, Lisa wants to keep her child and raise him on her own; but a friend of hers insists she tell Robert about her pregnancy.
What will happen next? This story just keeps getting better and better.
March 31, 2015
I'm really not a fan of romance novels. Because for the most part, they suck dirty donkey balls. But this book is not one of those books. This one has much more to it than romance. In fact, it has very little to do with romance, and more to do with being a strong woman. Being independent. And being brave.
This book is about Lisa, a journalist who is tasked with interviewing her teenage crush. While riding in a limo with Robert, on the way to the studio to do their interview, they're both attacked and taken hostage. Because it's set in India, and apparently that's what they do there.
So imagine if you will, riding in a limo with a man who you've been secretly in love with for years. You're supposed to interview him. But you can barely speak to him... He's just so goddamn dreamy! How are you supposed to have a conversation with someone you're drooling over? It's bloody well impossible!
But then, you're kidnapped and tied up. They blindfold you, and throw you into a dark room with your handsome lad. You thought it was hard having a conversation before. But this? Fuck this! This is crazy, man. This is some serious torment, right here.
Then there's the rapings, and the beatings, and the starvation... All in good fun, of course. And the handsome hunk does finally grow some balls, and stand up for this perfect stranger named Lisa. He finally confronts their captors, and is promptly smacked in the face, like a bitch.
In the aftermath of all this, Lisa tells everyone to fuck off. Even her own mother. Because she can handle her own shit. She doesn't need anyone's fucking help. But of course, everyone keeps trying to help her, including her movie star fantasy man. But she's having nothing of it.
She's damn determined to live her own life, and deal with the rape baby on her own fucking terms. I can respect that. I've had to fight my whole life to live the way I want. Family always wants to 'help' or give their goddamn opinions on how to live. Fuck that. Live your own life.
I really like this book because the author had a firm grasp of conflict. Every goddamn page was filled with conflict. And that's what drives a good story. And of course, having well-developed characters that I actually gave a fuck about certainly helped.
This book is about Lisa, a journalist who is tasked with interviewing her teenage crush. While riding in a limo with Robert, on the way to the studio to do their interview, they're both attacked and taken hostage. Because it's set in India, and apparently that's what they do there.
So imagine if you will, riding in a limo with a man who you've been secretly in love with for years. You're supposed to interview him. But you can barely speak to him... He's just so goddamn dreamy! How are you supposed to have a conversation with someone you're drooling over? It's bloody well impossible!
But then, you're kidnapped and tied up. They blindfold you, and throw you into a dark room with your handsome lad. You thought it was hard having a conversation before. But this? Fuck this! This is crazy, man. This is some serious torment, right here.
Then there's the rapings, and the beatings, and the starvation... All in good fun, of course. And the handsome hunk does finally grow some balls, and stand up for this perfect stranger named Lisa. He finally confronts their captors, and is promptly smacked in the face, like a bitch.
In the aftermath of all this, Lisa tells everyone to fuck off. Even her own mother. Because she can handle her own shit. She doesn't need anyone's fucking help. But of course, everyone keeps trying to help her, including her movie star fantasy man. But she's having nothing of it.
She's damn determined to live her own life, and deal with the rape baby on her own fucking terms. I can respect that. I've had to fight my whole life to live the way I want. Family always wants to 'help' or give their goddamn opinions on how to live. Fuck that. Live your own life.
I really like this book because the author had a firm grasp of conflict. Every goddamn page was filled with conflict. And that's what drives a good story. And of course, having well-developed characters that I actually gave a fuck about certainly helped.
May 2, 2015
This book was a great read. The first half of the story was so gripping, realistic and -at points- terrifying. The two main characters, Lisa and Robert, fond themselves in one of the most chilling and dangerous circumstances imaginable: being kidnapped and held in another country as a prisoner. The writing was fast paced and suspenseful. Randev's telling of this desperate circumstance was artful from the frightening moments held captive to the life / death choices faced by the characters at every turn. The second half of the story explored the psychological implications of all that went before. What could be left of the intense bond between Lisa and Robert after so much trauma? Was their relationship a result of the shared trauma, or was there something deep and real between them? This story explores the "fall out" from this horrific experience in Lisa's life. Despite its intense subject matter, humanity and hope endured throughout the book. I loved that the main character's perspective was rooted in Indian culture. This allowed me to understand Lisa's conflicts and choices on a deep level, right down to weighing family honor against speaking out about the victimization. Of Love and Distance was a beautifully written story with many complexities and surprises.
March 30, 2015
Having read Of Love and Distance I was certainly left with somewhat better understanding of a subject novel is heavily reliant upon. The main plot, withholding kidnapping of two victims, I felt was never focus of attention throughout the work. Instead, aftereffects of the tragedy were considered in depth making the reader susceptible to insight of difficult mental convalescence through which anyone is likely to pass, even in circumstances less dire.
Even though the chief victim and the main character struck me as unreasonable in her decisions, I found her behavior explained precisely by the set of unlikely circumstances she was participant of. Each time there was a dialogue going, some or other thing that made no sense whatsoever found its way to the sensibility, pleading the reader to look things in different perspective.
I found writing easy to follow, plot well-paced though lacking certain credibility, especially towards the end. All in all, the understanding and provided display of characters mental and emotional state under the circumstances overshadowed other aspects of the work, something which indeed served to positive lasting impression.
Even though the chief victim and the main character struck me as unreasonable in her decisions, I found her behavior explained precisely by the set of unlikely circumstances she was participant of. Each time there was a dialogue going, some or other thing that made no sense whatsoever found its way to the sensibility, pleading the reader to look things in different perspective.
I found writing easy to follow, plot well-paced though lacking certain credibility, especially towards the end. All in all, the understanding and provided display of characters mental and emotional state under the circumstances overshadowed other aspects of the work, something which indeed served to positive lasting impression.
May 21, 2015
Of Love and Distance is set in India and the U.K. It's a story about
love, cultural barriers, overcoming adversity and strength of spirit.
Lisa is a journalist tasked with interviewing a movie star (who also
happens to be her teenage crush). Whilst on their way to the studio
they are kidnapped and held for ransom (Lisa being caught up in it
because she happened to be there). The relationship between Lisa and
Robert develops from this point.
The experience for both of them is terrifying and, of course,
traumatizing. The second part of the book explores the
psychological implications and struggle of the main character,
Lisa. The reader gets an insight into Indian culture as Lisa's
perspective is of course, deeply rooted in her own culture. The
author describes the after-effects of trauma all the while keeping
hope alive throughout the book.
I would like to warn readers that there are themes explored in this
book that are not for the faint hearted.
4 Spiders for this great read!
February 7, 2015
I found Of Love and Distance to be a gripping tale that kept me turning the pages to find out what happened next. The story takes place in Delhi where Lisa is a writer who interviews celebrities. When someone at the company is going to interview a famous UK movie star, Robert Brown, she wants to come along. Tragically, Robert ends up being kidnapped and she is abducted along with him. Lisa and Robert give each other emotional support during their captivity, but afterwards they return to their homes despite unexpressed feelings between them. More than just distance stands between them—there’s a terrible secret that happened during their captivity that could eventually come out.
I found Lisa’s plight compelling. She was treated badly by her family and society after her abduction. I was routing for Lisa to find happiness, but she had so many obstacles to overcome, including her own insecurities, that I was kept guessing until the very end.
I found Lisa’s plight compelling. She was treated badly by her family and society after her abduction. I was routing for Lisa to find happiness, but she had so many obstacles to overcome, including her own insecurities, that I was kept guessing until the very end.
May 23, 2015
Of Love and Distance is set in India and the U.K. It's a story about
love, cultural barriers, overcoming adersity and strength of spirit.
Lisa is a journalist taksed with interviewing a movie star (who also
happens to be her teenage crush). Whilst on their way to the studio
they are kidnapped and held for ransom (Lisa being caught up in it
because she happened to be there). The relationship between Lisa and
Robert develops from this point.
The experience for both of them is terrifying and, of course,
traumatising and the second part of the book exlpores the
psychological implications and the struggle of the main character,
Lisa. The reader gets an insight into Indian culture as Lisa's
perspective is of course, deeply rooted in her own culture. The
author describes the after-effects of trauma all the while keeping
hope alive throughout the book.
I would like to warn readers that there are themes explored in this
book that are not for the faint hearted.
love, cultural barriers, overcoming adersity and strength of spirit.
Lisa is a journalist taksed with interviewing a movie star (who also
happens to be her teenage crush). Whilst on their way to the studio
they are kidnapped and held for ransom (Lisa being caught up in it
because she happened to be there). The relationship between Lisa and
Robert develops from this point.
The experience for both of them is terrifying and, of course,
traumatising and the second part of the book exlpores the
psychological implications and the struggle of the main character,
Lisa. The reader gets an insight into Indian culture as Lisa's
perspective is of course, deeply rooted in her own culture. The
author describes the after-effects of trauma all the while keeping
hope alive throughout the book.
I would like to warn readers that there are themes explored in this
book that are not for the faint hearted.
March 18, 2015
A real page turner, I found myself really feeling for the main character Lisa and her story from the very beginning. Mistreated by people and family after being kidnapped and separated from her fellow captor, Robert, Lisa has to overcome much in order to live a fulfilled life. Her longing for Robert is clouded by her insecurities and of course the "secret" between them that threatens them both.
Very well written dialogues and character interactions make this an easy and well paced read. This is a poignant love story that I could not put down. If you enjoy clean romance give this a try!
Very well written dialogues and character interactions make this an easy and well paced read. This is a poignant love story that I could not put down. If you enjoy clean romance give this a try!
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I just could not get into this book. If the author would have included some little bit of the supposed kidnapping as a prologue, maybe I would have stuck with it, but all I read was just another day at the office. I did have a formatting problem but I pushed past that to try and get through this.
There was nothing for me to grab on to and hold on to.
I just could not get into this book. If the author would have included some little bit of the supposed kidnapping as a prologue, maybe I would have stuck with it, but all I read was just another day at the office. I did have a formatting problem but I pushed past that to try and get through this.
There was nothing for me to grab on to and hold on to.
April 16, 2015
I have to be honest ... I actually enjoyed this book and struggled to put it down. This book really tugs on you every heart's emotion. The author's writing style was very refreshing to me. The Story really touches your heart and will leave you with that warm fuzzy love feeling! I'm looking forward for more by this author.
February 23, 2016
I really enjoyed Of Love and Distance. It was a nice easy and quick read for a lazy Saturday afternoon. I have a feeling it may be similar to other books, however it is the first of it's kind that I have read.
I felt the setting was fairly realistic. A young woman working on the society page of a newspaper will probably run into a famous movie star now and again. Especially when said movie star is promoting an upcoming film. I quite liked both Lisa and Robert. God only knows what it would be like to go through such an experience and they were bound to bond in some way over it. I did find Lisa slightly annoying occasionally though as I didn't quite understand why she wanted to stay in India when everyone, including her family, shunned her. Especially when Robert was so willing to help her and have her stay with him in England. Perhaps it was just fear of the unknown.
I also liked the way in which the story was told. Especially the first half of the novel. I liked that it was told in flashbacks during a televised interview about Lisa's ordeal. In a way it reminded me of the film version of Slumdog Millionaire (I've not read the book) where each question was linked to a memory. The chapters were quite short and to me this gave the appearance of the book having a fast pace as I raced through each chapter. I also didn't expect the plot twist that occurred about half way through the book. Though, in hindsight, I probably should have.
I did like the ending, it was nice. Though I do wish there was more to it. I would have liked to have seen more of the public reaction to Lisa and Robert's big secret.
There was also some minor spelling issues that is noticed, i.e. "I" instead of "it", but these didn't detract much from the book. I also didn't like the use of "ya" instead of "yes" or "yeah". This could just be a language issue though. And I didn't quite understand the need for "Ms" in front of female names but maybe this is a cultural thing.
I would definitely recommend Of Love and Distance to other readers looking for a nice, easy contemporary romance. I also look forward to, hopefully, more books by Divya Jyoti Randev.
I felt the setting was fairly realistic. A young woman working on the society page of a newspaper will probably run into a famous movie star now and again. Especially when said movie star is promoting an upcoming film. I quite liked both Lisa and Robert. God only knows what it would be like to go through such an experience and they were bound to bond in some way over it. I did find Lisa slightly annoying occasionally though as I didn't quite understand why she wanted to stay in India when everyone, including her family, shunned her. Especially when Robert was so willing to help her and have her stay with him in England. Perhaps it was just fear of the unknown.
I also liked the way in which the story was told. Especially the first half of the novel. I liked that it was told in flashbacks during a televised interview about Lisa's ordeal. In a way it reminded me of the film version of Slumdog Millionaire (I've not read the book) where each question was linked to a memory. The chapters were quite short and to me this gave the appearance of the book having a fast pace as I raced through each chapter. I also didn't expect the plot twist that occurred about half way through the book. Though, in hindsight, I probably should have.
I did like the ending, it was nice. Though I do wish there was more to it. I would have liked to have seen more of the public reaction to Lisa and Robert's big secret.
There was also some minor spelling issues that is noticed, i.e. "I" instead of "it", but these didn't detract much from the book. I also didn't like the use of "ya" instead of "yes" or "yeah". This could just be a language issue though. And I didn't quite understand the need for "Ms" in front of female names but maybe this is a cultural thing.
I would definitely recommend Of Love and Distance to other readers looking for a nice, easy contemporary romance. I also look forward to, hopefully, more books by Divya Jyoti Randev.
April 3, 2015
Love and Distance is an intriguing romance novel. Divya Jyoti Rander's style is very refreshing, in that it follows an inspired formula. She is thorough in introducing her readers to Lisa Dutt, and her back story about growing up in Delhi is very interesting. We learn that Lisa has suffered a traumatic event, one that linked her with a celebrity (Robert Brown) who she continues to pine for in the present. The event was apparently big news and she is harassed by the media to tell her story.
The setting provides a fantastic story-telling opportunity, as Lisa gives in and agrees to be interviewed on television. She details her terrifying experience alongside Robert Brown, who she has obviously fallen for. They are kidnapped and held hostage by ransom-seeking criminals.
The pair go through a very intense trauma, but even after they are free from the criminals, there are aftershocks that rock poor Lisa's life. Her family is ashamed of the details she releases to the media and do not understand her problems. She lives a totally different life to Robert, and is conflicted about getting back in touch with him. Does he love her back? And can they bring their two vastly different worlds together?
There are many different problems for Lisa and Robert to face, which make Love and Distance a light but engrossing read. The Indian culture underlying the story makes for a particularly vivid and unique take on the genre. All in all, a wonderfully fulfilling tale for romance lovers with good characterization and consistent style.
The setting provides a fantastic story-telling opportunity, as Lisa gives in and agrees to be interviewed on television. She details her terrifying experience alongside Robert Brown, who she has obviously fallen for. They are kidnapped and held hostage by ransom-seeking criminals.
The pair go through a very intense trauma, but even after they are free from the criminals, there are aftershocks that rock poor Lisa's life. Her family is ashamed of the details she releases to the media and do not understand her problems. She lives a totally different life to Robert, and is conflicted about getting back in touch with him. Does he love her back? And can they bring their two vastly different worlds together?
There are many different problems for Lisa and Robert to face, which make Love and Distance a light but engrossing read. The Indian culture underlying the story makes for a particularly vivid and unique take on the genre. All in all, a wonderfully fulfilling tale for romance lovers with good characterization and consistent style.
April 4, 2015
What a delightful, heartwarming romance.
In the early stages, the author sets the scene, describing Lisa's upbringing in India, introducing us to her family and school life.
Lisa Dutt is a very troubled young woman. She suffered a traumatic experience which although now over, has left Lisa problems which need to be solved. First was the problem of should she or shouldn't she let herself be interviewed? Was she ready for everyone to know the truth?
Earlier, Lisa who lived in Delhi and worked as a journalist was thrilled to learn that hearthrob Robert Brown was flying in to promote his latest film. Lisa and her colleague Karan had been promised time with Robert after the official press meet. To save time Robert suggested that Lisa and Karan accompany him in his car as he traveled to his next meeting which is when things went wrong. Lisa and Robert were both kidnapped.
They spent a lot of time together in primitive conditions and suffered a terrifying ordeal before the ransom was paid and they were released.
However although they both returned safely and Robert went back to his home in England, the media won't let them forget and keep asking for an interview on National television. Robert gave in first but didn't reveal everything. Lisa has to decide if she will do the same.
She also has another worrying problem that she must make a decision about.
You will have to read this book to discover how Lisa deals with her problems.
This is a good debut book and I look forward to more by this author.
In the early stages, the author sets the scene, describing Lisa's upbringing in India, introducing us to her family and school life.
Lisa Dutt is a very troubled young woman. She suffered a traumatic experience which although now over, has left Lisa problems which need to be solved. First was the problem of should she or shouldn't she let herself be interviewed? Was she ready for everyone to know the truth?
Earlier, Lisa who lived in Delhi and worked as a journalist was thrilled to learn that hearthrob Robert Brown was flying in to promote his latest film. Lisa and her colleague Karan had been promised time with Robert after the official press meet. To save time Robert suggested that Lisa and Karan accompany him in his car as he traveled to his next meeting which is when things went wrong. Lisa and Robert were both kidnapped.
They spent a lot of time together in primitive conditions and suffered a terrifying ordeal before the ransom was paid and they were released.
However although they both returned safely and Robert went back to his home in England, the media won't let them forget and keep asking for an interview on National television. Robert gave in first but didn't reveal everything. Lisa has to decide if she will do the same.
She also has another worrying problem that she must make a decision about.
You will have to read this book to discover how Lisa deals with her problems.
This is a good debut book and I look forward to more by this author.
March 27, 2015
This is a well written book and the one that is easy to read. Of love & distance is the story of Lisa, a content writer for the TV channel; her life changes forever when she was kidnapped, along with the celebrity actor Robert Brown (who also happens to be her childhood crush). I found the sentiments of Lisa genuine as she keeps on confronting her heart but her rationality had written off any possibility of her being with superstar Robert Brown.
I think writing in first person is a difficult art because it takes more than one person to create a good story and you don’t want other characters to roam around like zombies. While Lisa’s character is well developed, the surrounding characters suffer and at times the book too much centres on the main character. As a reader I want to know more about Robert’s perspective- how he felt about the whole incident, and what he did to overcome it. We know he’s a hotshot actor but more than that he’s a man with genuine feelings. Unfortunately we don’t get to see that side of him. Same can be said about Lisa’s parents. Secondly the conversation sometimes looks repetitive as the protagonist relentlessly tries to force her point when we have an idea how the story would end. Having said that, I didn’t find any typos or editing mistake, which is indeed very rare. The story has a good flow and an emotional touch and author has rightly portrayed the Indian society and the people’s reaction towards an unmarried mother.
My rating: 3.5/5.
I think writing in first person is a difficult art because it takes more than one person to create a good story and you don’t want other characters to roam around like zombies. While Lisa’s character is well developed, the surrounding characters suffer and at times the book too much centres on the main character. As a reader I want to know more about Robert’s perspective- how he felt about the whole incident, and what he did to overcome it. We know he’s a hotshot actor but more than that he’s a man with genuine feelings. Unfortunately we don’t get to see that side of him. Same can be said about Lisa’s parents. Secondly the conversation sometimes looks repetitive as the protagonist relentlessly tries to force her point when we have an idea how the story would end. Having said that, I didn’t find any typos or editing mistake, which is indeed very rare. The story has a good flow and an emotional touch and author has rightly portrayed the Indian society and the people’s reaction towards an unmarried mother.
My rating: 3.5/5.
April 2, 2015
I never get the opportunity to read novels by authors from different countries. I am so glad I had the opportunity to read this book as I found it rather interesting. The story starts out with Lisa, a journalist, making an appearance on a popular television show. The story slowly unravels as Lisa tells about an interesting thing that happened to her. I liked how the author used flashbacks and clever dialogue to tells us Lisa's character and the events leading to a terrible incident that happened.
Lisa describes her child self as an innocent and sometime rambunctious little girl. The use of Indian words are interspersed throughout the book, describing the animals and foods of the region. She attended school at a home converted into a grade school where she later decided to focus more on her grades, turning her into a recluse who would eat lunch alone. Things turned out okay and once she grew up, she got the opportunity to interview an actor she'd been fond of.
Without revealing too much about the ending, Lisa and the actor are kidnapped, as told by the author through horrific scenes. The scenes involving the events after the kidnapping are definitely where the book shines. I was impressed by the authors initial writing, I found to be articulate and concise but the story becomes soon becomes something unique and intriguing. I can't wait to read more of this new author.
Lisa describes her child self as an innocent and sometime rambunctious little girl. The use of Indian words are interspersed throughout the book, describing the animals and foods of the region. She attended school at a home converted into a grade school where she later decided to focus more on her grades, turning her into a recluse who would eat lunch alone. Things turned out okay and once she grew up, she got the opportunity to interview an actor she'd been fond of.
Without revealing too much about the ending, Lisa and the actor are kidnapped, as told by the author through horrific scenes. The scenes involving the events after the kidnapping are definitely where the book shines. I was impressed by the authors initial writing, I found to be articulate and concise but the story becomes soon becomes something unique and intriguing. I can't wait to read more of this new author.
August 12, 2015
This novel is a great start from a developing author who seems to have a bright future. The main character, Lisa, is a strong-willed young woman who faces a traumatic experience that perhaps many women might be able to identify with here in the 21st century, whether from personal experience or by association with someone who has gone through such turmoil. Though this novel is a work of fiction, I believe it offers a look into the lives of women in many countries who have been victimized the same way Lisa has and the ostracization from home, family, and community that may follow. The story feels believable to the point that is seems the author perhaps knows someone who has had to endure through the same ordeal as Lisa.
I liked how in the midst of Lisa's unwanted and unexpected turmoil, she finds unintended love and romance. This is indeed a heartwarming story that will keep you hooked from beginning to end and offers a look into Indian culture as well. It is not very long, but this novel proves that good stories don't always have to be long; I'd say the length was just right for the story being told.
Personally, I would have liked a bit more description of the environment and the emotions the characters were going through. But this is my opinion, and not all may share it. Overall, this was a good romance novel. Overall, this was a good romance novel.
I liked how in the midst of Lisa's unwanted and unexpected turmoil, she finds unintended love and romance. This is indeed a heartwarming story that will keep you hooked from beginning to end and offers a look into Indian culture as well. It is not very long, but this novel proves that good stories don't always have to be long; I'd say the length was just right for the story being told.
Personally, I would have liked a bit more description of the environment and the emotions the characters were going through. But this is my opinion, and not all may share it. Overall, this was a good romance novel. Overall, this was a good romance novel.
April 6, 2015
I really wanted to like this book more than I did. I loved the plot, but I was confused about several things. They are listed low in the review in case of spoilers. Other than my confusion I did enjoy the writing style of now and then and was not confused by it. To me the conversations seemed a bit stilted but that is probably the difference in language. The kidnapping scene was brutal and well written. Lisa's precarious predicament during their incarceration was scary, also well done. :) The main characters diverse way of handling the aftermath was very interesting due to their different social mores. I notice others reviews were more favorable than mine and am glad. Perhaps it's just me. :)
*I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange of an honest review*
Might be spoilers below
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1. What nationality is Lisa? If she is Indian, why is her name Lisa? Is one of her parents Indian and the other not?
2. Why did she want to stay in India so vehemently when it was obvious her life would be very hard when she was shunned.
3. Roberts mother, REALLY? what a shallow bitch.
*I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange of an honest review*
Might be spoilers below
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1. What nationality is Lisa? If she is Indian, why is her name Lisa? Is one of her parents Indian and the other not?
2. Why did she want to stay in India so vehemently when it was obvious her life would be very hard when she was shunned.
3. Roberts mother, REALLY? what a shallow bitch.
March 23, 2015
This book is a compelling read, that catches you off guard right in the middle. I didn't see this unexpected event in the main character's life coming - at all. And instead of it being forced or ridiculous, it works. Perfectly. She also does a great job of introducing the main character's back story, cleverly disguised within an interview. Her descriptions are well developed and rich and there's enough twists and turns to keep you turning pages! By the end, you're angry at all the people who have treated Lisa badly, and who have shunned her, only because she dares to go against the norms of society. You root for her and for Robert, even thought it seems like everything in the world is keeping them apart.
Very good read!
Very good read!
April 5, 2015
Of Love and Distance is so much more than a romance.
It opens with Lisa, our well-rounded and relate-able heroine, living in the unique culture and setting of India. Right away we know she has just suffered through something terrible. The question is, what? I found myself intrigued, reading quickly to get to the big reveal. Once I found out what happened, WOW... but that was only the beginning.
What I loved about Lisa was her strength. She was thrown into a tough situation, and had every reason to crumble, but never once did she let it defeat her.
Of Love and Distance is an emotionally gripping journey that shows us even in the worst of times, love will prevail.
It opens with Lisa, our well-rounded and relate-able heroine, living in the unique culture and setting of India. Right away we know she has just suffered through something terrible. The question is, what? I found myself intrigued, reading quickly to get to the big reveal. Once I found out what happened, WOW... but that was only the beginning.
What I loved about Lisa was her strength. She was thrown into a tough situation, and had every reason to crumble, but never once did she let it defeat her.
Of Love and Distance is an emotionally gripping journey that shows us even in the worst of times, love will prevail.
February 15, 2015
Love that sprouts in unforeseen circumstances
This book is set in New Delhi, India. Which was very appealing to me. It allows me to venture into a virtual background through my imagination.
The two main characters Lisa and Robert are from different worlds brought together by an unfortunate incident. Surpassing the situation together, they begin to develop a chemistry between them which leads to love.
The story is a clean romance with believable conversations and an easy to relate to plot. I love it, it is definitely one of the romance stories in my personal Ace List.
This book is set in New Delhi, India. Which was very appealing to me. It allows me to venture into a virtual background through my imagination.
The two main characters Lisa and Robert are from different worlds brought together by an unfortunate incident. Surpassing the situation together, they begin to develop a chemistry between them which leads to love.
The story is a clean romance with believable conversations and an easy to relate to plot. I love it, it is definitely one of the romance stories in my personal Ace List.
April 3, 2015
I was lucky enough to beta read this book for the author. It was such a change from other books I have read. The location was new to me (at little confusing initially but didn't deter me from enjoying the book) and I was pleasantly surprised by the storyline (something new and nicely written with a bit of innocence behind it a natural romance) . It seemed to have everything I wanted with drama, humour, tears and romance. I would recommend this book to other readers. Keep writing Divya I'm looking forward to your next book.
February 7, 2015
This book is a wonderful read. It is well written, with believable characters. The characters are well developed and the conversations in this book, flow effortlessly. I love a good , clean romance that is well written, and that is what this book gave me. I will definitely read more from this author. I received this book free from the author in exchange for an honest review, and honestly, I loved it!!
February 6, 2015
Of Love and Distance is purely a romance story. As one of the genres that I like to read, this novel by Divya really interests me in a sense that the characters and conversations are realistic. I assume this based on the author personal journey or someone that she knows in real life. The plot is well built and the emotions of the main characters really shine to make the overall storyline beautiful. I highly recommend this reading before you sleep at night so you can have sweet dreams.
January 18, 2015
I downloaded this book for free from Amazon. It started slow but got better with each page. I am a slow reader but I read this book within three days. There were several things I liked:
The simple, yet beautiful characters
The whirl of emotions
The plot alternating between the past and the present
Way to go!
The simple, yet beautiful characters
The whirl of emotions
The plot alternating between the past and the present
Way to go!
January 18, 2015
After a very long time have I read a romantic novel and this one hit the right chord with me. It is clean, the characters are believable and I read it one go. The author has used flashbacks to weave the story together. Great work by a first time author.
January 15, 2015
Love it!! The characters, the plot is very nice!!
March 19, 2015
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