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Love Story of a Commando
How is it to be loved by someone and being abandoned by the same? Can anybody survive this? Riya is a millennial who watches Splitsvilla, worships David Guetta and sways to Ed Sheeran tunes. She believes Fifty Shades of Grey is the greatest love story, unfamiliar from the world of passion, agony, gallantry, supreme sacrifices and ‘Love’ until the day she meets Captain Virat, He’s trained all across the globe and been in blood-soaked battlefields. There’s nothing he can’t handle, except his own demons. When Riya meets Virat at an art exhibition in Delhi, sparks fly, but Virat soon disappears, leaving her broken-hearted. She moves to Mumbai to start afresh, but danger follows her everywhere. Under the burning dome of the Taj Hotel, Riya and Virat’s lives intersect once again. But when her prince in shining armour deserts her one more time, Riya decides to leave it all behind for the remoteness of Kashmir. But peace is short-lived. The Prime Minister’s visit to the valley brings with it, violence and explosions. The gunfire creeps back into her life. And they reach behind the enemy lines in PoK, Pakistan. Will Virat snatch her away from the jaws of death once again? Will Riya survive her deadly fate? Will there be any happily ever after? Take a peek into the dreaded life and emotions of a Commando through the eyes of a girl madly in love with him!
182 pages, Paperback
First published February 6, 2019
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Swapnil Pandey
10 books74 followersSwapnil Pandey is a national bestselling author in India, renowned for her extensively researched books that shed light on the lives and sacrifices of Indian Armed Forces personnel and their families. Her notable works include Balidan: the stories of Para Special Forces, The Force Behind the Forces and Soldier's Girl which aim to foster greater public awareness and appreciation for the military community. An alumna of Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra, Swapnil has worked with leading organizations such as Wipro and HDFC. She has also served as a faculty member at Lovely Professional University and the Army Public School.
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April 17, 2019
A nowhere book
Full of inconsistencies and spelling mistakes and grammatical errors. oh, the story
is also baseless and plotless. It is time the writer did a bit more factual research
before writing.
Full of inconsistencies and spelling mistakes and grammatical errors. oh, the story
is also baseless and plotless. It is time the writer did a bit more factual research
before writing.
May 10, 2019
The story begins with Riya's own thoughts and is narrated entirely from her perspective.
We are instantly attracted to her quirky and unusual nature which is quite charming to witness. Riya and her friends have ditched their college class in favor of spending some quality time browsing the streets and shopping. When they by chance happens over an art exhibition, it seemed like a good idea to them at that time to enjoy it for a bit.
That is where she meets her prince charming or rather knight in shinning armor (in this case military uniform)
It was love at first sight.
At least it felt so in her part but the charming person had no issues about disappearing on her after that day. They next happened upon each other on the Taj Hotel which was being massacred by the terrorists.
I found the fact quite unsettling that despite getting separated from her friends she never once tried looking for them or asked Virat anything about them while they cozy-ed up in an empty suit and had sex? Isn't that completely unnatural?
Besides are black cats even allowed to break free from their groups while hunting down terrorists and spend almost more than a day with their lover making love thoroughly?
In all the documentaries that I've seen till now they ALWAYS and I mean ALWAYS moved in groups and in case one got separated they always made sure to find them swiftly and always maintained contact with that left out person throughout.
However this time he did promise he would find her, he never did even after six months.
Giving up at last Riya quits her job, which felt meaningless to her and moves to Kashmir where she gets involved in a project which teaches young orphan kids.
There again fate intervenes and she is thrown o the wolves, or in her case literally into the lines of bullets and fire and bombs and smoke.
Once again Virat, the knight in shinning armor(In reality, the black cat with a machine gun) appears and she is saved, well not exactly. They still needs to climb mountains, cross forests, blow up a terrorist camp and did I say Virat was commanded to kill her by his Commanding Officer in Charge? Didn't I? Oops sorry, it must have gone out of my mind after so many action packed sequences.
Head to my blog for the full review,
https://ensnaringlibri.blogspot.com/2...
We are instantly attracted to her quirky and unusual nature which is quite charming to witness. Riya and her friends have ditched their college class in favor of spending some quality time browsing the streets and shopping. When they by chance happens over an art exhibition, it seemed like a good idea to them at that time to enjoy it for a bit.
That is where she meets her prince charming or rather knight in shinning armor (in this case military uniform)
It was love at first sight.
At least it felt so in her part but the charming person had no issues about disappearing on her after that day. They next happened upon each other on the Taj Hotel which was being massacred by the terrorists.
I found the fact quite unsettling that despite getting separated from her friends she never once tried looking for them or asked Virat anything about them while they cozy-ed up in an empty suit and had sex? Isn't that completely unnatural?
Besides are black cats even allowed to break free from their groups while hunting down terrorists and spend almost more than a day with their lover making love thoroughly?
In all the documentaries that I've seen till now they ALWAYS and I mean ALWAYS moved in groups and in case one got separated they always made sure to find them swiftly and always maintained contact with that left out person throughout.
However this time he did promise he would find her, he never did even after six months.
Giving up at last Riya quits her job, which felt meaningless to her and moves to Kashmir where she gets involved in a project which teaches young orphan kids.
There again fate intervenes and she is thrown o the wolves, or in her case literally into the lines of bullets and fire and bombs and smoke.
Once again Virat, the knight in shinning armor(In reality, the black cat with a machine gun) appears and she is saved, well not exactly. They still needs to climb mountains, cross forests, blow up a terrorist camp and did I say Virat was commanded to kill her by his Commanding Officer in Charge? Didn't I? Oops sorry, it must have gone out of my mind after so many action packed sequences.
Head to my blog for the full review,
https://ensnaringlibri.blogspot.com/2...
July 29, 2019
I guess I was a little naïve when I started this book but I am certainly glad that I was. I had not read anything from this author before and was unaware of her skill with words. Love story of Commando is clean, classic romance, adventure and thrill tied in a package with a sweet ending. It's not just a regular romance book that we read, It's a of a girl in love with a commando in extraordinary situations.
The book starts off making you sit on the edge of your seat. A rescue operation at Taj, Assassination attack on PM, Encounter with terrorist in POK are backdrop of this amazing love story. The whole book is full of action and adventure with very good romance involved.
From the first sentence I was drawn into this story of Riya and Captain Virat. Riya met Captain Virat accidently during her visit to an art gallery after bunking a class. It was love at first sight for both. After that day they never met again until after a few years, When Riya is working in Mumbai after getting placed from college.
To celebrate the promotion, Riya and her colleagues went to Hotel Taj. The Taj was attacked by terrorists while they're having dinner. And here Captain Virat enters again in her life to save her from the attack but now he's a 'black cat' commando. After this incident Virat again disappears.
Riya, in heart broken state, left the job in Mumbai and joins a school in Kashmir as a computer teacher. Riya found this work more satisfying than her previous job. She settles there and enjoys her teaching. After about a year of Riya joined the school, Prime Minister visits Kashmir and her school. During PM's speech in her school, there was another terrorist attack to assassin PM. Though terrorist failed in their mission, but have created chaos in school and area. Here Virat enters again in Riya's life.
The overwhelming feelings, especially the love and anger and loss, are so vivid described that you'll feel for both characters. Both Riya and Capt. Virat aren't perfect. They struggle with their choices and feelings, trying to do what's best but not always succeeding.
Riya and Virat are great characters. Virat is a strong soldier, confident in his purpose with a soft heart. Riya is beautifully written, having a quiet strength, but struggling with love and questioning about the hard things she's had to endure. They play so well off one another and their chemistry is palpable, but has a solidity that goes beyond simple infatuation. Susan is another excellent supporting character that has good depth and heart touching story.
Swapnil Pandey has a gift for fantastic scene descriptions. I love the way she dives into all of the senses to give you the feeling of watching the action from a few feet away. The author made this book real with strong details about army and their life. This was a great read that I had a hard time putting down, so I'm looking forward to the next book by Swapnil Pandey.
The book starts off making you sit on the edge of your seat. A rescue operation at Taj, Assassination attack on PM, Encounter with terrorist in POK are backdrop of this amazing love story. The whole book is full of action and adventure with very good romance involved.
From the first sentence I was drawn into this story of Riya and Captain Virat. Riya met Captain Virat accidently during her visit to an art gallery after bunking a class. It was love at first sight for both. After that day they never met again until after a few years, When Riya is working in Mumbai after getting placed from college.
To celebrate the promotion, Riya and her colleagues went to Hotel Taj. The Taj was attacked by terrorists while they're having dinner. And here Captain Virat enters again in her life to save her from the attack but now he's a 'black cat' commando. After this incident Virat again disappears.
Riya, in heart broken state, left the job in Mumbai and joins a school in Kashmir as a computer teacher. Riya found this work more satisfying than her previous job. She settles there and enjoys her teaching. After about a year of Riya joined the school, Prime Minister visits Kashmir and her school. During PM's speech in her school, there was another terrorist attack to assassin PM. Though terrorist failed in their mission, but have created chaos in school and area. Here Virat enters again in Riya's life.
The overwhelming feelings, especially the love and anger and loss, are so vivid described that you'll feel for both characters. Both Riya and Capt. Virat aren't perfect. They struggle with their choices and feelings, trying to do what's best but not always succeeding.
Riya and Virat are great characters. Virat is a strong soldier, confident in his purpose with a soft heart. Riya is beautifully written, having a quiet strength, but struggling with love and questioning about the hard things she's had to endure. They play so well off one another and their chemistry is palpable, but has a solidity that goes beyond simple infatuation. Susan is another excellent supporting character that has good depth and heart touching story.
Swapnil Pandey has a gift for fantastic scene descriptions. I love the way she dives into all of the senses to give you the feeling of watching the action from a few feet away. The author made this book real with strong details about army and their life. This was a great read that I had a hard time putting down, so I'm looking forward to the next book by Swapnil Pandey.
June 4, 2019
I was really impressed by the Solider's Girl and that's precisely why I purchased Love Story of a Commando. But, man! What an insult to all the readers of the book?!! The book is both - baseless and pointless, with grammatical errors and punctuation flaws on almost every page. If you really wanted to TELL us a story, you could have recorded a video, why bother writing a book??
It seems like all Virat is worried about is Riya's life and some missions are thrown in just to keep up to the fact that it's a commando's story, after all. The book is bland and boring. Honestly, this book did not speak to me at all. Sorry, Swapnil but, the magic that worked last time with Solider's Girl hasn't worked this time.
It seems like all Virat is worried about is Riya's life and some missions are thrown in just to keep up to the fact that it's a commando's story, after all. The book is bland and boring. Honestly, this book did not speak to me at all. Sorry, Swapnil but, the magic that worked last time with Solider's Girl hasn't worked this time.
January 1, 2020
It's the worst book i read recently. I went ahead just by checking good reviews. This particular piece is full of ambiguity, philosophy and poor story writing skills. In every writing there has to be creative liberty but there will be some limits. If you write about the lovemaking in the woods then it's fine and romantic too but lovemaking in between crossfire,hellfire? is this serious writing or hangover? so many inconsistencies made the book a cumbersome affair. Even the Bollywood scripts are nowadays better than this. Problem with this book is that there are touches of realism in bits but soon it looses the track and becomes hyper romanticism.
July 19, 2019
Cover: 5/5
Title: 4/5
Blurb: 4/5
Presentation: 4/5
Plot: 5/5
Final Rating: 4.5/5
The cover is just perfect, given the plot and the story. To be frank, This is the best cover for this story. Better cover is a rare possibility for this.
The title "Love Story of a Commando" seems perfect as the plot is based on the love story of an Black Commando. It's simple and attractive.
The Blurb is thought provoking with the mention of the initial meetings of Virat and Riya.
This is the story of Riya, who is from millennial generation and Captain Virat, a Black Cat commando with NSG. Virat is willing to do anything for his country, like any other army men.
But their story begins at an art exhibition in Delhi, and is setup in Mumbai as well as Kashmir.
The story is a real thriller. Once you start, you won't be able to put it down till you complete it.
The language used is really good. The narration is simply interesting and both the characters are crafted beautifully that they feel so real.
I somehow got involved with the plot, thinking about what will happen next in the story. This is an story of love, affection, courage, duty, heart, and honour.
To sum it up, it is an unpredictable tale with an thriller experience.
It's a recommended read for book lovers who like to read thriller or romantic stories.
Title: 4/5
Blurb: 4/5
Presentation: 4/5
Plot: 5/5
Final Rating: 4.5/5
The cover is just perfect, given the plot and the story. To be frank, This is the best cover for this story. Better cover is a rare possibility for this.
The title "Love Story of a Commando" seems perfect as the plot is based on the love story of an Black Commando. It's simple and attractive.
The Blurb is thought provoking with the mention of the initial meetings of Virat and Riya.
This is the story of Riya, who is from millennial generation and Captain Virat, a Black Cat commando with NSG. Virat is willing to do anything for his country, like any other army men.
But their story begins at an art exhibition in Delhi, and is setup in Mumbai as well as Kashmir.
The story is a real thriller. Once you start, you won't be able to put it down till you complete it.
The language used is really good. The narration is simply interesting and both the characters are crafted beautifully that they feel so real.
I somehow got involved with the plot, thinking about what will happen next in the story. This is an story of love, affection, courage, duty, heart, and honour.
To sum it up, it is an unpredictable tale with an thriller experience.
It's a recommended read for book lovers who like to read thriller or romantic stories.
July 13, 2019
BOOK REVIEW
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Book - Love story of soldier
Author - @girlandworlds
Publisher - @westland_books
Publishing date - 5 Jul 2019
Book page - 200
My ratings - ⭐⭐⭐⭐🌠
🔼🔼🔼🔼
This is the story of Rhea and her fauji love , This is not "ishq wala love" this is "fauji wala love".Story is extremely thrilling that have passionate love, respecte for nation, sacrifice for motherland.
🔼🔼🔼
This book is not just love story of two people but this is the feeling of every soldier who protect motherland over his own sleep ans over his own life. Thia book will definitely increase love and respect for soldier. You can feel Their pain and braveness for nation.
🔼🔼🔼
Main two characters are very amazing. Rhea is a simple girl who want love, family, kids in her life peacefully. But after fall in love for virat (soldier), her life become very difficult for her. Virat left her two time for nation but she didn't know and heartbreak. But at same time, she is very brave that handle worst condition very bravely that make her perfect soldier girl. ▪️▪️Virat is very brave soldier who always choose nation, motherland over any other things. He is always ready to die for nation. He love rhea but things are not in his hand. He can't choose her over motherland.🔼🔼🔼
This is very thrilling love story having passionate love ,and sacrifice. This book also motivate you by showing Tough life of soldier. Increase love for our motherland. This show also extraordinary love for nation that make you very emotional.
🔼🔼🔼
Writing style is very easy understandable. Grammar is very easy. No any such hard vocabulary.
🔼🔼🔼
This is extremely unconditional love story of soldier that must read for everyone.
▪️▪️▪️
Book - Love story of soldier
Author - @girlandworlds
Publisher - @westland_books
Publishing date - 5 Jul 2019
Book page - 200
My ratings - ⭐⭐⭐⭐🌠
🔼🔼🔼🔼
This is the story of Rhea and her fauji love , This is not "ishq wala love" this is "fauji wala love".Story is extremely thrilling that have passionate love, respecte for nation, sacrifice for motherland.
🔼🔼🔼
This book is not just love story of two people but this is the feeling of every soldier who protect motherland over his own sleep ans over his own life. Thia book will definitely increase love and respect for soldier. You can feel Their pain and braveness for nation.
🔼🔼🔼
Main two characters are very amazing. Rhea is a simple girl who want love, family, kids in her life peacefully. But after fall in love for virat (soldier), her life become very difficult for her. Virat left her two time for nation but she didn't know and heartbreak. But at same time, she is very brave that handle worst condition very bravely that make her perfect soldier girl. ▪️▪️Virat is very brave soldier who always choose nation, motherland over any other things. He is always ready to die for nation. He love rhea but things are not in his hand. He can't choose her over motherland.🔼🔼🔼
This is very thrilling love story having passionate love ,and sacrifice. This book also motivate you by showing Tough life of soldier. Increase love for our motherland. This show also extraordinary love for nation that make you very emotional.
🔼🔼🔼
Writing style is very easy understandable. Grammar is very easy. No any such hard vocabulary.
🔼🔼🔼
This is extremely unconditional love story of soldier that must read for everyone.
July 7, 2019
Written with the Sterne and disciplined environment of Military this Romance fiction takes you on a journey to experience the wonder and witness one of it's own kind of love story.
Whenever the word love story hits our mind what we expect is "A boy and A girl, city life, dating, enjoyment or sadness with little drama".
But when it comes to writing the love story of a commando, things are very much opposite. Author cannot go with the same protocols.
With a powerful start and jump into the introductory love expectations of a girl with modern dream. Author writes, what it needs to fall in love and exactly what it is to fall in love "with a commando".
With life on the brink of gunpoint and in between a tumultuous battle brought to the valley by an event things change.
Accompanied with some twists and turns, mixed with Elements of a cute romance novel this amalgamation doesn't fails to please me.
But that's true that this story holds a narrow audience, we cannot expect it to be what it is and what it represents.
With sharp narration style and story telling the story proceeds at a normal pace, engaging the reader. But as the story concept is good the narration could have been more intense and pleasing. I will have to say that with this story many things branch, and expectations sprouts. It is a good story and it's short length makes it an easy read.
The cover could have been better, though it gives the sense of what's inside an appealing cover would have been praised.
Whenever the word love story hits our mind what we expect is "A boy and A girl, city life, dating, enjoyment or sadness with little drama".
But when it comes to writing the love story of a commando, things are very much opposite. Author cannot go with the same protocols.
With a powerful start and jump into the introductory love expectations of a girl with modern dream. Author writes, what it needs to fall in love and exactly what it is to fall in love "with a commando".
With life on the brink of gunpoint and in between a tumultuous battle brought to the valley by an event things change.
Accompanied with some twists and turns, mixed with Elements of a cute romance novel this amalgamation doesn't fails to please me.
But that's true that this story holds a narrow audience, we cannot expect it to be what it is and what it represents.
With sharp narration style and story telling the story proceeds at a normal pace, engaging the reader. But as the story concept is good the narration could have been more intense and pleasing. I will have to say that with this story many things branch, and expectations sprouts. It is a good story and it's short length makes it an easy read.
The cover could have been better, though it gives the sense of what's inside an appealing cover would have been praised.
March 26, 2019
A book worth reading for everyone who wants to know about the heroes!❤️
July 15, 2019
This is one of the best love stories I have read so far and specifically about the army love and life. We usually don't think of army life and often mislead about their existence since they are busy performing their duties silently by safeguarding our country. Most non-army families get to know about our soldiers till some mishaps occur and then we lament and cry and pity over them.
This book uncovers the life of our brave soldiers who have dedicated their lives to our motherland and how do their emotions roll on with professional and personal lives.
And kudos to the writer for bringing this up by being so pragmatic and contemporary.
Would love to read next book.
This book uncovers the life of our brave soldiers who have dedicated their lives to our motherland and how do their emotions roll on with professional and personal lives.
And kudos to the writer for bringing this up by being so pragmatic and contemporary.
Would love to read next book.
March 11, 2019
Amazing
April 24, 2019
Well done ....story 👌👌
July 25, 2019
"Chaos is the ultimate truth and control is a myth!"
Laden with romance, suspense, thrill and humour 'Love Story of a Commando" by Swapnil Pandey brings to its readers a bewildering ride through the mystique and perils of a soldier's uniform tied together with an epic romance that must brave the fragility of these present times.
Riya knew nothing of passion, agony, gallantry, sacrifice and love until the day she meets Captain Virat, a Black Commando with the NSG and her heart collides with an unknown emotion and sparks fly between them. But then, Virat disappears leaving her broken-hearted. Their lives intersects once more under the burning dome of the Taj Palace hotel, but then again he leaves. Crushed, Riya leaves everything behind for the remoteness of a village in Kashmir. Her peace is again shattered when the PM's visit to the valley brings violence and gunfire back to her life. Virat and Riya meet again in a dangerous situation behind the enemy lines in PoK. Now, Virat will again have to snatch Riya away from the jaws of death for them to have a happily ever after.
The book begins with "A Soldier's Letter" that gives a sneak into the upcoming tale and at once sparks a fire of curiosity and mystery in the heart of the readers, preparing them for a topsy-turvy journey ahead.
With a vivid description and swift flow, the story moves at a steady pace, juggling the scenes between horror and romance, mystery and humour, thrill and peace.
Scenes of explosion and sights of horror are so vivaciously animated that chills run down the spine as the eyes read through it. The elements of terror is so pictorially depicted that it shakes every bone to the core yet the eyes still remains glued to the pages of the book.
The life of a soldier is skillfully portrayed in the book as Virat slowly opens his heart to Riya and bares his soul for her to see his inner demons that he finds hard to handle even after being such a valiant fighter of the NSG special forces.
The astounding atmosphere of suspense, thrill, mystery and gloom is build up clause by clause as the story progresses, with the effect of raising the readers' curiosity to its topmost peak, eventually rendering the book unputdownable and showcasing the remarkable talent of the author in holding her readers' interests until the last line.
Author Swapnil Pandey didn't forget to add little comic reliefs between the horror scenes of the terrorist attack and amid the violence of gunfires, which serves as a real boon to the readers amid all the ghastly display of brutality around that threatens to murder the concept of humanity.
Irony on the politics and mockery of the social structure also shows up time and again in the story as it brings forth all the true realities of the world which most of us are completely unaware of.
Solid doses of wisdom too accompany the book as pain, struggle and love teaches a lot as it gradually takes one through the unpredictable journey of life.
Several truths regarding the uncertainty of life and the inevitability of death pops up in between the story whenever Riya and Virat find themselves struggling just to keep themselves alive; for it is always the certainty of death that teaches one the worth of life.
Hardships and sacrifices excel in teaching one several values of life as well as the true meaning of happiness as well. While the knowledge about others' miseries makes one cherish the pleasures of their own life and be thankful for everything that they still have, the things that they haven't lost completely. This is something that Riya realizes on her stay at a beautiful cottage in the remote village of Kashmir.
Beauty of nature manages to manifest itself amid the serenity of the snow-capped mountains and the overwhelming view of the setting sun between those azure mountains. Kashmir is truly a paradise and rightly called the "Heaven on Earth".
Fairy tales only tells us about the gallantry and valours of the knights in shining armour who come to rescue the girl, but they miss the part where the valiant heroes, bound by their chivalrous deeds, feel the need to be rescued too, from their own demons by opening their soul for their fair maiden to heal all its wounds. But real life makes one meet the second hidden part of the story and hence the author donot forget to highlight that aspect of life through the pages of the book.
It is not only the story of a Commando but also of all those brave women who dare to fall in love with the soldiers in spite of knowing that "the promises they make to their motherland weigh more than any other promises in the world." The book "Love Story of a Commando" is definitely a tribute to all those courageous women who stick to their vows of being a Soldier's wife forever.
The enticing title couldn't be more apt. It is definitely the love story of a Commando who is torn between duty and emotion, between the pledge to his motherland and the promises to the love of his life, between the oaths of his uniform and the vows of love.
The attractive book cover, the colour of which merges absolutely with that of a Soldier's uniform, compliments the title well, meticulously portraying a Commando standing bravely in a hazy battlefield which is deliberately blurred to contrast it with the prominent picture of his beloved who sneaks in with her expressive courageous eyes etched at the backdrop.
The character sketch is no doubt perfect. The evolution that Riya, a fun-loving jovial girl with no idea about agony, passion and sacrifice, goes through gradually as her life throws her into the lap of dangers and make her visualise the scenes of utmost horror is just mind-blowing. The inner demons of the swift, sharp, dark, lethal Black Cat Commando Virat, who has trained across the globe and wrangled with many dangerous situations, shows that a soft heart and a pure soul resides within every valiant, brave and strong-build warrior. All other characters too play their role well in bringing life to the story.
Spread with romance, seasoned with thrill and sprinkled with humour, "Love Story of a Commando" succeeds in demonstrating author Swapnil Pandey's artistic efficicacy in brewing yet another soul-captivating story straight out of the life of a Commando, the bravest warriors who dedicate their entire life so that their countrymen could sleep peacefully at night.
"After all, life has an underlying spirit to go on!"
Laden with romance, suspense, thrill and humour 'Love Story of a Commando" by Swapnil Pandey brings to its readers a bewildering ride through the mystique and perils of a soldier's uniform tied together with an epic romance that must brave the fragility of these present times.
Riya knew nothing of passion, agony, gallantry, sacrifice and love until the day she meets Captain Virat, a Black Commando with the NSG and her heart collides with an unknown emotion and sparks fly between them. But then, Virat disappears leaving her broken-hearted. Their lives intersects once more under the burning dome of the Taj Palace hotel, but then again he leaves. Crushed, Riya leaves everything behind for the remoteness of a village in Kashmir. Her peace is again shattered when the PM's visit to the valley brings violence and gunfire back to her life. Virat and Riya meet again in a dangerous situation behind the enemy lines in PoK. Now, Virat will again have to snatch Riya away from the jaws of death for them to have a happily ever after.
The book begins with "A Soldier's Letter" that gives a sneak into the upcoming tale and at once sparks a fire of curiosity and mystery in the heart of the readers, preparing them for a topsy-turvy journey ahead.
With a vivid description and swift flow, the story moves at a steady pace, juggling the scenes between horror and romance, mystery and humour, thrill and peace.
Scenes of explosion and sights of horror are so vivaciously animated that chills run down the spine as the eyes read through it. The elements of terror is so pictorially depicted that it shakes every bone to the core yet the eyes still remains glued to the pages of the book.
The life of a soldier is skillfully portrayed in the book as Virat slowly opens his heart to Riya and bares his soul for her to see his inner demons that he finds hard to handle even after being such a valiant fighter of the NSG special forces.
The astounding atmosphere of suspense, thrill, mystery and gloom is build up clause by clause as the story progresses, with the effect of raising the readers' curiosity to its topmost peak, eventually rendering the book unputdownable and showcasing the remarkable talent of the author in holding her readers' interests until the last line.
Author Swapnil Pandey didn't forget to add little comic reliefs between the horror scenes of the terrorist attack and amid the violence of gunfires, which serves as a real boon to the readers amid all the ghastly display of brutality around that threatens to murder the concept of humanity.
Irony on the politics and mockery of the social structure also shows up time and again in the story as it brings forth all the true realities of the world which most of us are completely unaware of.
Solid doses of wisdom too accompany the book as pain, struggle and love teaches a lot as it gradually takes one through the unpredictable journey of life.
Several truths regarding the uncertainty of life and the inevitability of death pops up in between the story whenever Riya and Virat find themselves struggling just to keep themselves alive; for it is always the certainty of death that teaches one the worth of life.
Hardships and sacrifices excel in teaching one several values of life as well as the true meaning of happiness as well. While the knowledge about others' miseries makes one cherish the pleasures of their own life and be thankful for everything that they still have, the things that they haven't lost completely. This is something that Riya realizes on her stay at a beautiful cottage in the remote village of Kashmir.
Beauty of nature manages to manifest itself amid the serenity of the snow-capped mountains and the overwhelming view of the setting sun between those azure mountains. Kashmir is truly a paradise and rightly called the "Heaven on Earth".
Fairy tales only tells us about the gallantry and valours of the knights in shining armour who come to rescue the girl, but they miss the part where the valiant heroes, bound by their chivalrous deeds, feel the need to be rescued too, from their own demons by opening their soul for their fair maiden to heal all its wounds. But real life makes one meet the second hidden part of the story and hence the author donot forget to highlight that aspect of life through the pages of the book.
It is not only the story of a Commando but also of all those brave women who dare to fall in love with the soldiers in spite of knowing that "the promises they make to their motherland weigh more than any other promises in the world." The book "Love Story of a Commando" is definitely a tribute to all those courageous women who stick to their vows of being a Soldier's wife forever.
The enticing title couldn't be more apt. It is definitely the love story of a Commando who is torn between duty and emotion, between the pledge to his motherland and the promises to the love of his life, between the oaths of his uniform and the vows of love.
The attractive book cover, the colour of which merges absolutely with that of a Soldier's uniform, compliments the title well, meticulously portraying a Commando standing bravely in a hazy battlefield which is deliberately blurred to contrast it with the prominent picture of his beloved who sneaks in with her expressive courageous eyes etched at the backdrop.
The character sketch is no doubt perfect. The evolution that Riya, a fun-loving jovial girl with no idea about agony, passion and sacrifice, goes through gradually as her life throws her into the lap of dangers and make her visualise the scenes of utmost horror is just mind-blowing. The inner demons of the swift, sharp, dark, lethal Black Cat Commando Virat, who has trained across the globe and wrangled with many dangerous situations, shows that a soft heart and a pure soul resides within every valiant, brave and strong-build warrior. All other characters too play their role well in bringing life to the story.
Spread with romance, seasoned with thrill and sprinkled with humour, "Love Story of a Commando" succeeds in demonstrating author Swapnil Pandey's artistic efficicacy in brewing yet another soul-captivating story straight out of the life of a Commando, the bravest warriors who dedicate their entire life so that their countrymen could sleep peacefully at night.
"After all, life has an underlying spirit to go on!"
August 4, 2019
I tried. I truly did.
A commando having sex with his shamybe girlfriend while on an active op?!! Are you kidding me?!! And while he is at it, it is assumed that his team would not “miss” him?!!! Frankly, do you even know what a Black Cat is and how even the basic units of SF troops operate? Hint- look it up on YouTube.
And who proofread this book before the publishers hit the “print” button? Quite frankly, one of the worst, technically incorrect, factually incoherent, broken story lines I have ever read in a book. And trust me, this is me being kind.
Chetan Bhagat’s books should be nominated for a Booker as compared to this.
Dear Author - You really need to do your research and then write a story. Read some military fiction and see how much effort has gone into getting every detail almost to perfection. Some of us can differentiate between an AK and an AR platform you know?
Definitely not recommended. I actually feel sorry for writing this review but I just can’t help it.
A commando having sex with his shamybe girlfriend while on an active op?!! Are you kidding me?!! And while he is at it, it is assumed that his team would not “miss” him?!!! Frankly, do you even know what a Black Cat is and how even the basic units of SF troops operate? Hint- look it up on YouTube.
And who proofread this book before the publishers hit the “print” button? Quite frankly, one of the worst, technically incorrect, factually incoherent, broken story lines I have ever read in a book. And trust me, this is me being kind.
Chetan Bhagat’s books should be nominated for a Booker as compared to this.
Dear Author - You really need to do your research and then write a story. Read some military fiction and see how much effort has gone into getting every detail almost to perfection. Some of us can differentiate between an AK and an AR platform you know?
Definitely not recommended. I actually feel sorry for writing this review but I just can’t help it.
July 24, 2019
Book Review
Book Details-
Book Name- Love Story of a Commando
Publisher - Westland
Author- Swapnil Pandey
Pages- 200 pages
Price- ₹212 ( Paperback copy )
Blurb-
"
Do we really have control over how we feel for somebody? Can we stop ourselves from falling for someone, even if we know he’s just not right and means only trouble?
Riya is a millennial who watches Splitsvilla, worships David Guetta, sways to Ed Sheeran tunes … She knows nothing of passion, agony, gallantry, sacrifice and love—until the day she meets Captain Virat. Captain Virat is a Black Cat commando with the NSG, India’s elite counter-insurgency Special Forces unit. He is swift, sharp, lethal and dark. He has trained across the globe and wrangled with many a dangerous situation. There’s nothing he cannot handle—except his own demons.
When Riya meets Virat at an art exhibition in Delhi, sparks fly, but he then just disappears, leaving her broken-hearted. Riya moves to Mumbai to start afresh, but a different kind of danger stalks her here. Under the burning dome of the Taj Palace hotel, Riya and Virat’s lives intersect once again. Then he leaves … again. Crushed, Riya decides to leave it all behind for the remoteness of a village in Kashmir. But peace is short-lived. The prime minister’s visit to the Valley brings violence, and gunfire, back into her life. As they find themselves behind the enemy lines in PoK, can Virat snatch her away from the jaws of death this time too? Can there be a happily ever after for Riya and Virat?
Love Story of a Commando brings together the mystique and perils of the uniform with an epic romance that must brave the fragility of these present times."
Review-
Swapnil Pandey's romantic fiction novel "Love Story of a Commando" is the love story of story of Riya and Captain Virat. Well I would say it's not just a book, but its an journey of emotions, feelings and sacrifices.This is the story of Riya, who is from millennial generation and Captain Virat, is a Black Cat commando with NSG.
I must say it is one of the best Indian author book I ever read. The book starts with a letter from Commando, and I assure you that this letter will melt your heart and bring tears to your eyes.
Now let's move towards the story,
Riya and her friends have ditched their college class in favor of spending some quality time browsing the streets and shopping. She was appreciating a painting in Art Exhibition in which a princess on a horse was kissing a warrior in armour who was standing with a sword handing at his side. That is where she meets virat. It was love at first sight.
Virat soon disappears, after very moment, leaving Riya heart broken.
Riya thinks of starting afresh, and forgetting all the memories but then they meet again, this time, under the burning dome of the Taj Hotel.
While this time he did promise he would find her, but he never did. And after six months Riya give ups at last and quits her job and moves to Kashmir where she gets involved in a project which teaches young orphan kids.
What happened next in the story ? Did Riya and Virat ever meet again ?
Well not being a spoiler anymore ,Read the story and find all the answers. so just go and grab this amazing novel,And Thnk me later.
Language and Narration-
The language is lucid and also perfectly written what should be in a perfect novel. Narration of the novel is simple and really nice.All the characters are well crafted. This is an story of love, affection, courage,honour , and duty.
Book Cover and Title-
The cover of the book is so beautiful and catchy but I would like to say I didn't find any sense of love in it. Rather than cover page of a love story it seems like a war story of a commando, overall its nice.
The title "Love Story of a Commando" seems perfect as the plot is based on the love story of an Black Commando, It is catchy and apts well with the theme and also completely justifies it. Both are so awesome that it can make any romantic fiction lovers to pick up the book.
Ratings -
Cover: 5/5
Title: 4/5
Blurb: 4/5
Presentation: 4/5
Plot: 5/5
Final Rating: 4.5/5
One and all, I would like to say that Swapnil Pandey's romantic fiction novel "Love Story of a Commando" is a great read for romantic story lovers. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. I would personally recommend this book to those who love romantic fiction novel and also those who are the admirers of emotional stories.
Although who not believes in long distance relationships, I suggest them to read this book once .
~ Yogiraj Gaigole Patil
Book Details-
Book Name- Love Story of a Commando
Publisher - Westland
Author- Swapnil Pandey
Pages- 200 pages
Price- ₹212 ( Paperback copy )
Blurb-
"
Do we really have control over how we feel for somebody? Can we stop ourselves from falling for someone, even if we know he’s just not right and means only trouble?
Riya is a millennial who watches Splitsvilla, worships David Guetta, sways to Ed Sheeran tunes … She knows nothing of passion, agony, gallantry, sacrifice and love—until the day she meets Captain Virat. Captain Virat is a Black Cat commando with the NSG, India’s elite counter-insurgency Special Forces unit. He is swift, sharp, lethal and dark. He has trained across the globe and wrangled with many a dangerous situation. There’s nothing he cannot handle—except his own demons.
When Riya meets Virat at an art exhibition in Delhi, sparks fly, but he then just disappears, leaving her broken-hearted. Riya moves to Mumbai to start afresh, but a different kind of danger stalks her here. Under the burning dome of the Taj Palace hotel, Riya and Virat’s lives intersect once again. Then he leaves … again. Crushed, Riya decides to leave it all behind for the remoteness of a village in Kashmir. But peace is short-lived. The prime minister’s visit to the Valley brings violence, and gunfire, back into her life. As they find themselves behind the enemy lines in PoK, can Virat snatch her away from the jaws of death this time too? Can there be a happily ever after for Riya and Virat?
Love Story of a Commando brings together the mystique and perils of the uniform with an epic romance that must brave the fragility of these present times."
Review-
Swapnil Pandey's romantic fiction novel "Love Story of a Commando" is the love story of story of Riya and Captain Virat. Well I would say it's not just a book, but its an journey of emotions, feelings and sacrifices.This is the story of Riya, who is from millennial generation and Captain Virat, is a Black Cat commando with NSG.
I must say it is one of the best Indian author book I ever read. The book starts with a letter from Commando, and I assure you that this letter will melt your heart and bring tears to your eyes.
Now let's move towards the story,
Riya and her friends have ditched their college class in favor of spending some quality time browsing the streets and shopping. She was appreciating a painting in Art Exhibition in which a princess on a horse was kissing a warrior in armour who was standing with a sword handing at his side. That is where she meets virat. It was love at first sight.
Virat soon disappears, after very moment, leaving Riya heart broken.
Riya thinks of starting afresh, and forgetting all the memories but then they meet again, this time, under the burning dome of the Taj Hotel.
While this time he did promise he would find her, but he never did. And after six months Riya give ups at last and quits her job and moves to Kashmir where she gets involved in a project which teaches young orphan kids.
What happened next in the story ? Did Riya and Virat ever meet again ?
Well not being a spoiler anymore ,Read the story and find all the answers. so just go and grab this amazing novel,And Thnk me later.
Language and Narration-
The language is lucid and also perfectly written what should be in a perfect novel. Narration of the novel is simple and really nice.All the characters are well crafted. This is an story of love, affection, courage,honour , and duty.
Book Cover and Title-
The cover of the book is so beautiful and catchy but I would like to say I didn't find any sense of love in it. Rather than cover page of a love story it seems like a war story of a commando, overall its nice.
The title "Love Story of a Commando" seems perfect as the plot is based on the love story of an Black Commando, It is catchy and apts well with the theme and also completely justifies it. Both are so awesome that it can make any romantic fiction lovers to pick up the book.
Ratings -
Cover: 5/5
Title: 4/5
Blurb: 4/5
Presentation: 4/5
Plot: 5/5
Final Rating: 4.5/5
One and all, I would like to say that Swapnil Pandey's romantic fiction novel "Love Story of a Commando" is a great read for romantic story lovers. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. I would personally recommend this book to those who love romantic fiction novel and also those who are the admirers of emotional stories.
Although who not believes in long distance relationships, I suggest them to read this book once .
~ Yogiraj Gaigole Patil
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July 24, 2019Blurb-
Do we really have control over how we feel for somebody? Can we stop ourselves from falling for someone, even if we know he’s just not right and means only trouble?
Riya is a millennial who watches Splitsvilla, worships David Guetta, sways to Ed Sheeran tunes … She knows nothing of passion, agony, gallantry, sacrifice and love—until the day she meets Captain Virat. Captain Virat is a Black Cat commando with the NSG, India’s elite counter-insurgency Special Forces unit. He is swift, sharp, lethal and dark. He has trained across the globe and wrangled with many a dangerous situation. There’s nothing he cannot handle—except his own demons.
When Riya meets Virat at an art exhibition in Delhi, sparks fly, but he then just disappears, leaving her broken-hearted. Riya moves to Mumbai to start afresh, but a different kind of danger stalks her here. Under the burning dome of the Taj Palace hotel, Riya and Virat’s lives intersect once again. Then he leaves … again. Crushed, Riya decides to leave it all behind for the remoteness of a village in Kashmir. But peace is short-lived. The prime minister’s visit to the Valley brings violence, and gunfire, back into her life. As they find themselves behind the enemy lines in PoK, can Virat snatch her away from the jaws of death this time too? Can there be a happily ever after for Riya and Virat?
Love Story of a Commando brings together the mystique and perils of the uniform with an epic romance that must brave the fragility of these present times.
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Review-
A pinch of love has what shown it's magic in this book. Author has truly won my heart with the way every part and every scene has been narrated. With very less complications, unlike many other books author has not kept the suspenses much confusive and instead made every word deliver a pinch of love to the readers heart. Straight from the bottom of the heart, author has very well penned down this book and made it a worthy read. Being a writer I personally learnt many other things from this book in a one single read. That's what the books have to be like. You just don't feel like making a pause and resuming the read some other day. The moment Riya slipped into Captain's arms, this book has been the only view to my eyes until it was an end to this amazing read.
A worthy read and filled with feelings/attachments and sacrifices made by our soldiers, this book will truly touch your heart.
Overall ratings- 4.6/5
Narration- 4.5/5
Plot- 5/5
Title- 4/5
Cover- 4/5
Blurb- 3.5/5
Do we really have control over how we feel for somebody? Can we stop ourselves from falling for someone, even if we know he’s just not right and means only trouble?
Riya is a millennial who watches Splitsvilla, worships David Guetta, sways to Ed Sheeran tunes … She knows nothing of passion, agony, gallantry, sacrifice and love—until the day she meets Captain Virat. Captain Virat is a Black Cat commando with the NSG, India’s elite counter-insurgency Special Forces unit. He is swift, sharp, lethal and dark. He has trained across the globe and wrangled with many a dangerous situation. There’s nothing he cannot handle—except his own demons.
When Riya meets Virat at an art exhibition in Delhi, sparks fly, but he then just disappears, leaving her broken-hearted. Riya moves to Mumbai to start afresh, but a different kind of danger stalks her here. Under the burning dome of the Taj Palace hotel, Riya and Virat’s lives intersect once again. Then he leaves … again. Crushed, Riya decides to leave it all behind for the remoteness of a village in Kashmir. But peace is short-lived. The prime minister’s visit to the Valley brings violence, and gunfire, back into her life. As they find themselves behind the enemy lines in PoK, can Virat snatch her away from the jaws of death this time too? Can there be a happily ever after for Riya and Virat?
Love Story of a Commando brings together the mystique and perils of the uniform with an epic romance that must brave the fragility of these present times.
-------------------------
Review-
A pinch of love has what shown it's magic in this book. Author has truly won my heart with the way every part and every scene has been narrated. With very less complications, unlike many other books author has not kept the suspenses much confusive and instead made every word deliver a pinch of love to the readers heart. Straight from the bottom of the heart, author has very well penned down this book and made it a worthy read. Being a writer I personally learnt many other things from this book in a one single read. That's what the books have to be like. You just don't feel like making a pause and resuming the read some other day. The moment Riya slipped into Captain's arms, this book has been the only view to my eyes until it was an end to this amazing read.
A worthy read and filled with feelings/attachments and sacrifices made by our soldiers, this book will truly touch your heart.
Overall ratings- 4.6/5
Narration- 4.5/5
Plot- 5/5
Title- 4/5
Cover- 4/5
Blurb- 3.5/5
July 29, 2019
LOVE STORY OF A COMMANDO By SWAPNIL PANDEY @girlandworlds
Format-Paperback
Publisher-Westlandbooks @westland_books
Rating-⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐⭐
As the title of the book suggest it is about a love story between a black cat NSG commando Virat and a corporate lady Riya.Although I read many love stories but must say this love story consist of mixed emotions.Riya was 19 when she met Virat in an Art exhibition.The way they met was very filmy.Riya's world revolve around David Guetta,Ed Sheeran and fantasy world.She helped Virat in choosing few paintings and Virat asked her for coffee but she was late for her hostel.Virat took his number but the sad thing was he never called her.She was regretting for not asking for his number.She was feeling sad deeply.Six months past by the time she completed her engineering and she shifted to Mumbai.She had to struggle initially in her new liberated world but soon she started enjoying her new life and deep inside in her heart Virat was present.But things doesn't go so smooth.Riya and her friends went to Taj for celebrating their promotion party and all of a sudden everything changed.There was a terror attack in Taj and luckily Virat with his pack was send for rescue.Riya couldn't believe her eyes when she saw Virat saving her.Virat saved her life in every possible way and last thing he said 'I will find you'.She was depressed due to the incident.She left her corporate job and went to Kashmir to join as a computer teacher in Tral.She started teaching computer to the orphans and soon adapted there.But something different was written in her destiny.There was a Prime Minister's visit in the school.When Prime Minister get down from his vehicle she again saw those black cats and she could sense the presence of Virat which she don't want to.There took place explosions to harm Prime Minister.But Prime Minister was save.Both Riya and Virat was lost in a dense Himaylan jungle of PoK.They expressed their feeling to eachother there and made love in the jungle.Then two more commandos came to help them to get out of PoK and finally they were able to escape by fighting with the millitant.After that Virat and Riya started enjoying their love life to the fullest.
Format-Paperback
Publisher-Westlandbooks @westland_books
Rating-⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐⭐
As the title of the book suggest it is about a love story between a black cat NSG commando Virat and a corporate lady Riya.Although I read many love stories but must say this love story consist of mixed emotions.Riya was 19 when she met Virat in an Art exhibition.The way they met was very filmy.Riya's world revolve around David Guetta,Ed Sheeran and fantasy world.She helped Virat in choosing few paintings and Virat asked her for coffee but she was late for her hostel.Virat took his number but the sad thing was he never called her.She was regretting for not asking for his number.She was feeling sad deeply.Six months past by the time she completed her engineering and she shifted to Mumbai.She had to struggle initially in her new liberated world but soon she started enjoying her new life and deep inside in her heart Virat was present.But things doesn't go so smooth.Riya and her friends went to Taj for celebrating their promotion party and all of a sudden everything changed.There was a terror attack in Taj and luckily Virat with his pack was send for rescue.Riya couldn't believe her eyes when she saw Virat saving her.Virat saved her life in every possible way and last thing he said 'I will find you'.She was depressed due to the incident.She left her corporate job and went to Kashmir to join as a computer teacher in Tral.She started teaching computer to the orphans and soon adapted there.But something different was written in her destiny.There was a Prime Minister's visit in the school.When Prime Minister get down from his vehicle she again saw those black cats and she could sense the presence of Virat which she don't want to.There took place explosions to harm Prime Minister.But Prime Minister was save.Both Riya and Virat was lost in a dense Himaylan jungle of PoK.They expressed their feeling to eachother there and made love in the jungle.Then two more commandos came to help them to get out of PoK and finally they were able to escape by fighting with the millitant.After that Virat and Riya started enjoying their love life to the fullest.
September 11, 2023
"Love Story of a Commando" is a compelling novel that seamlessly weaves together elements of romance, action, and selfless dedication. Set against the backdrop of a tumultuous world, this book takes readers on an emotional roller-coaster ride through the life of a dedicated commando and the woman who captures his heart.
The narrative is skillfully crafted, offering a fresh perspective on love in the midst of chaos. The author adeptly balances the intensity of military operations with the tender moments of connection between the protagonists. The portrayal of the commando's commitment to duty and the sacrifices he makes for his country is both admirable and heart-wrenching.
The characters are well-developed and relatable, with their strengths and flaws adding depth to their personalities. The love story between the commando and his partner is beautifully depicted, with genuine moments of tenderness contrasting sharply with the harsh realities they face. The author skillfully delves into the emotional struggles of both characters, making their journey one that resonates with readers.
One of the standout features of this novel is the vivid descriptions of the military operations. The action scenes are meticulously detailed, creating a palpable tension and urgency. The author's knowledge and research in this area are evident, adding authenticity to the narrative.
However, there are moments when the pacing feels slightly uneven. Some scenes may linger a bit too long, while others feel rushed. Additionally, a deeper exploration of certain secondary characters could have added more layers to the story.
Despite these minor quibbles, "Love Story of a Commando" is powerful and poignant. It leaves a lasting impression, reminding us of the sacrifices made by those who serve their country and the enduring power of love amidst adversity. This book is recommended for readers who appreciate a well-crafted blend of romance and action and those who seek a story that tugs at the heartstrings long after the final page is turned.
The narrative is skillfully crafted, offering a fresh perspective on love in the midst of chaos. The author adeptly balances the intensity of military operations with the tender moments of connection between the protagonists. The portrayal of the commando's commitment to duty and the sacrifices he makes for his country is both admirable and heart-wrenching.
The characters are well-developed and relatable, with their strengths and flaws adding depth to their personalities. The love story between the commando and his partner is beautifully depicted, with genuine moments of tenderness contrasting sharply with the harsh realities they face. The author skillfully delves into the emotional struggles of both characters, making their journey one that resonates with readers.
One of the standout features of this novel is the vivid descriptions of the military operations. The action scenes are meticulously detailed, creating a palpable tension and urgency. The author's knowledge and research in this area are evident, adding authenticity to the narrative.
However, there are moments when the pacing feels slightly uneven. Some scenes may linger a bit too long, while others feel rushed. Additionally, a deeper exploration of certain secondary characters could have added more layers to the story.
Despite these minor quibbles, "Love Story of a Commando" is powerful and poignant. It leaves a lasting impression, reminding us of the sacrifices made by those who serve their country and the enduring power of love amidst adversity. This book is recommended for readers who appreciate a well-crafted blend of romance and action and those who seek a story that tugs at the heartstrings long after the final page is turned.
July 25, 2019
Love Story Of A Commando is truly a well driven plot that does not fail to showcase the love between Captain Virat, a Black Cat Commando and Riya, a commoner who believes in enjoying life as it is and going with the flow.
The novel starts with a heart-wrenching letter by Captain Virat that showcases the drudgery and difficulties in a commando’s life- that of constant battle, bloodshed and living with the constant pressure of serving the country and sacrificing the self for the country people.
However, there comes a time when Virat’s life takes a turn for the better when he comes across the sweet, and effervescent millenial Riya, who like every girl of her age gorges on David Guetta, Ed Sheeran and the likes. She has never known what a life of hardship actually looks like, but when she meets Captain Virat, something changes for both of them.
Though it is a brief encounter, Riya finds it really hard to forget him. However, as luck would have it, they do eventually meet, only in extremely dire circumstances when their true love is tested. The love of her life brings in her life the onslaught of violence and gunfires. Can their love survive this time and can Captain Virat really find a way to reunite with his love?
This is a contemporary military fiction with the overtones of romance. The author, Swapnil Pandey has weaved a very emotional plot, and has shown not only the difficulties and duties in an armyman’s life, but also beautifully showcased the emotions he can feel for someone and the extent to which he can sacrifice himself not only for his country but also the people in his life who mean the most for him.
The novel starts with a heart-wrenching letter by Captain Virat that showcases the drudgery and difficulties in a commando’s life- that of constant battle, bloodshed and living with the constant pressure of serving the country and sacrificing the self for the country people.
However, there comes a time when Virat’s life takes a turn for the better when he comes across the sweet, and effervescent millenial Riya, who like every girl of her age gorges on David Guetta, Ed Sheeran and the likes. She has never known what a life of hardship actually looks like, but when she meets Captain Virat, something changes for both of them.
Though it is a brief encounter, Riya finds it really hard to forget him. However, as luck would have it, they do eventually meet, only in extremely dire circumstances when their true love is tested. The love of her life brings in her life the onslaught of violence and gunfires. Can their love survive this time and can Captain Virat really find a way to reunite with his love?
This is a contemporary military fiction with the overtones of romance. The author, Swapnil Pandey has weaved a very emotional plot, and has shown not only the difficulties and duties in an armyman’s life, but also beautifully showcased the emotions he can feel for someone and the extent to which he can sacrifice himself not only for his country but also the people in his life who mean the most for him.
July 30, 2019
'LOVE STORY OF A COMMANDO' by Swapnil Pandey is blood tingling story which will make you to experience
passion, agony, gallantry, sacrifice and love. The story line goes through different stages of life and makes teary eyes.
The story depicts a different angle of soldier's life, behind his patriotic face. Riya is a millennial who doesn't experience the intensity of love before until she meets Captain Virat.
Their first meeting lasts for very short duration but in typical Bollywood style,'with a falsh of second,she took him down along with her, straight to the floor'. But Virat disappears without any clue but Riya
starts flying as love bird. Soon Riya realizes the wait for Virat turning to 'endless', so she moves to Mumbai
to start a fresh. But destiny outlines their life in different way and their journey intersects again under the
burning dome of the Taj Palace hotel. Virat and Riya finds themselves very closer during rescuing operation,again
Virat fades away.
Shattered, Riya decides to take away herself from urban life-style and grabs the opportunity work for orphans
in Kashmir valley. The prime minister's visit brings violence and gunfire back into her life.
Will Virat appear this time to extricate her? If Virat comes, how she would absolve him and how Virat would
justify his dissipation.
The story comprises of 'mystery of love' and 'menace of terrorism'. The author excellently narrates which keeps
me to turn the pages with excitement. The author is able to justify how powerful Love is and simultaneously
patriotism fades all emotions. Plot, characterization perfectly go with story line and author shows her brilliance.
passion, agony, gallantry, sacrifice and love. The story line goes through different stages of life and makes teary eyes.
The story depicts a different angle of soldier's life, behind his patriotic face. Riya is a millennial who doesn't experience the intensity of love before until she meets Captain Virat.
Their first meeting lasts for very short duration but in typical Bollywood style,'with a falsh of second,she took him down along with her, straight to the floor'. But Virat disappears without any clue but Riya
starts flying as love bird. Soon Riya realizes the wait for Virat turning to 'endless', so she moves to Mumbai
to start a fresh. But destiny outlines their life in different way and their journey intersects again under the
burning dome of the Taj Palace hotel. Virat and Riya finds themselves very closer during rescuing operation,again
Virat fades away.
Shattered, Riya decides to take away herself from urban life-style and grabs the opportunity work for orphans
in Kashmir valley. The prime minister's visit brings violence and gunfire back into her life.
Will Virat appear this time to extricate her? If Virat comes, how she would absolve him and how Virat would
justify his dissipation.
The story comprises of 'mystery of love' and 'menace of terrorism'. The author excellently narrates which keeps
me to turn the pages with excitement. The author is able to justify how powerful Love is and simultaneously
patriotism fades all emotions. Plot, characterization perfectly go with story line and author shows her brilliance.
May 25, 2020
Love story of Riya and Captain Virat start when they meet by chance or the destiny at an Art Exhibition in Delhi. The story has a unique narration where the present goes on, along with a parallel backdrop of events happening. The picture of collision at the Exhibition had a backdrop of where, how and why, a girl like Riya landed in there. Well, love at first sight happened when Riya ran into Captain Virat dressed in his olive green. That demeanor of an Army officer had smitten Riya, and she was quite oblivious about the feeling, but definitely wanted to acknowledge the spark between them. Of course, where there is an Army officer, there will be departures. Painful one, even more painful when you don't have a contact number or his whereabouts. Destiny played a horrific, yet mesmerizing romantic scene with Riya, when Captain Virat saved her during the attack on Mumbai's Taj Hotel. The act where he saved her from the swimming pool after the blast was my favorite (as I thought). Amidst the terror attack, there was an angry woman fighting with her love. The emotions have been well-portrayed by the author where the switch happens from sad to angry and of course a passionate romance existed between the two. While dropping Riya out, Captain Virat uttered "I will find you". Thus, this statement never left her and she went miserable thinking about him. When she took a job in Tral, Srinagar, she was oblivious of twist and turns life had planned for her. Will Captain Virat make it alive? Will they reunite?
July 21, 2019
"Love Story Of A Commando" by Swapnil Pandey holds the love story of a girl Riya and Captain Virat. The cover of the book has been designed beautifully. I strongly feel no other cover could do full justice. The blurb of the book broke my heart into million pieces. The book starts with a letter from Commando, A black cat. I swear this letter will melt your heart and bring tears to your eyes. Love at first sight is something most of the people have experienced in their life and so as a reader, I could connect well. The love story of Riya and Virat begins at an art exhibition. But then Virat leaves Riya in between and disappears. Riya with her broken heart decides to start fresh in life when she meet Virat again her life. I strongly feel this becomes the most difficult situation in one's life. Although, with many twists and turns, the author has very well portrayed this storyline. This book made me so emotional all together but still I would recommend this to everyone because the ending has its own story and I am sure one will enjoy all the emotions that this book holds within its pages.
July 23, 2019
The basic premise of The Love Story of A Commando is what the title suggests – it is a current age story of an army personnel, a Black Cat Commando at that getting his life gets entangled with the lead lady – Riya whose persona is what you could call as the polar opposite of the commando. As they say for a couple or a relationship, more than being matching shade, a striking contrast will set sparks to fly and blend well; this could be implied here. How their lives intersect and situations bring about influence in them to stick together or diverge makes up the story.
The story starts and pace up on a very impressive frame work with commendable writing style and presentation. The character of the commando and Riya is well sketched and built through the pages, even though the title focus on the Commando, you would feel Riya is the one who pulls it all through and that is all the more interesting. The book effortlessly triggers the plot on frames through the reader’s imagination with the influence of its words. The set back of army and terror altogether adds up interesting factor to the story. I think the plot would make a good bollywood movie.
The story starts and pace up on a very impressive frame work with commendable writing style and presentation. The character of the commando and Riya is well sketched and built through the pages, even though the title focus on the Commando, you would feel Riya is the one who pulls it all through and that is all the more interesting. The book effortlessly triggers the plot on frames through the reader’s imagination with the influence of its words. The set back of army and terror altogether adds up interesting factor to the story. I think the plot would make a good bollywood movie.
August 5, 2019
"Once you fall in love with a man in uniform, how can you expect a normal love life?" - Swapnil Pandey, Love Story Of A Commando
Publisher - @westland_books
There is something about violence, you never get used to it. Every annihilation leaves a permanent scar on your soul which you know you have to live with for the rest of your life.
Virat is a Black Cat Commando and there is nothing in this world he is not trained to handle, except for the scars that are inflicted on his soul but this is not his story. This is the story of the girl who fell in love with him, Riya, the modern girl, who knows only one way of living and that is on her own sweet terms.
Magic happens when they meet for the first time kickstarting a series of events in the universe. Torn between wanting to have a normal love story and a fairy tale, will Riya manage to get his knight in shining armor to settle down with her?
I liked the book and it kept me hooked till the very end because of just one question, will they be able to work it out, something you need to figure out by yourself.
Publisher - @westland_books
There is something about violence, you never get used to it. Every annihilation leaves a permanent scar on your soul which you know you have to live with for the rest of your life.
Virat is a Black Cat Commando and there is nothing in this world he is not trained to handle, except for the scars that are inflicted on his soul but this is not his story. This is the story of the girl who fell in love with him, Riya, the modern girl, who knows only one way of living and that is on her own sweet terms.
Magic happens when they meet for the first time kickstarting a series of events in the universe. Torn between wanting to have a normal love story and a fairy tale, will Riya manage to get his knight in shining armor to settle down with her?
I liked the book and it kept me hooked till the very end because of just one question, will they be able to work it out, something you need to figure out by yourself.
July 18, 2019
Pros :
The story travels from Delhi to Mumbai to Kashmir and gives the readers, the essence of those places.
The plot is unique and it gives an insight to how the life of commandos will actually be and also about their commitments.
The authoress successfully injects the emotions into readers mind and the excitement of entering inside Taj for the first time is an exemplar for that.
The language is lucid and the choice of words make it an easy read.
The title gives a deep insight to the story but the blurb gives out almost all of the story.
The editing and presentation is appreciable. And the divison of the story into multiple chapters makes it a comfortable read.
Cons :
The narration is good but it failed to entice me as it is more like diary entries of the protagonist, since it was monotonous and successive sequence of events.
The story stands away from reality.
With no twists, the book is a flat and quick read.
The cover page aptly suits the plot of the story but it could still be improvised to become an attention grabber
The story travels from Delhi to Mumbai to Kashmir and gives the readers, the essence of those places.
The plot is unique and it gives an insight to how the life of commandos will actually be and also about their commitments.
The authoress successfully injects the emotions into readers mind and the excitement of entering inside Taj for the first time is an exemplar for that.
The language is lucid and the choice of words make it an easy read.
The title gives a deep insight to the story but the blurb gives out almost all of the story.
The editing and presentation is appreciable. And the divison of the story into multiple chapters makes it a comfortable read.
Cons :
The narration is good but it failed to entice me as it is more like diary entries of the protagonist, since it was monotonous and successive sequence of events.
The story stands away from reality.
With no twists, the book is a flat and quick read.
The cover page aptly suits the plot of the story but it could still be improvised to become an attention grabber
July 18, 2019
Mildly impractical and a far cry from reality, this is a book where the story takes precedence over the factual content. Predictable plot and a clichéd ‘happily-ever-after’ make this story as dry as dust. However, I liked the first half. The narrative seemed stronger and the characterization of Riya was palatable. Fast forward to the second half- the narrative loses its charm because of the unessential descriptions and a minimal number of dialogues. Riya comes across as ‘the girl next door’ who lives in a fool’s paradise, waiting for her prince charming to come and sweep her off her feet! But fate pierces her delicate bubble when she falls in love with a commando- an undaunted mat-at-arms, Virat. Riya and Virat seize what little time that is offered to them for love- then they part again- and finally, meet again never to part again (sounds too familiar, isn’t it?).
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October 8, 2019
Love story of a commando is the story of two people, Riya and Virat, who despite being completely opposite to each other, were always meant to be together.
Riya, a complete millennial, and Virat, a black cat commando, fall in love when their paths cross at an exhibition. Unsure of their future, they part ways but destiny plays its game and again brings them together.
But this time will they be able to work up a future together or will they again become prey to uncertainty?
Will there be any happily ever after for them?
This book will make you feel so lucky that you have peace in your life. The agony and pain of people who are always under the fear of attack is so well described that your heart will reach out for them. The pain and despair of a soldier and his mate are vividly expressed. The story is something that is really going to touch your heart.
September 30, 2019
The cover and title are intriguing as anything even remotely related to army surges up mixed emotions in a human being. The sacrifices that this book has shown is remarkable and I’m so glad I picked it up. Both Riya and Virat are characters developed well. Some times it became cheesy but overall it was smooth. The narration could have less monotonous and blurb could have been way more concise.
The plot is predictable but soothing. I think writing on the life of soldiers is tough so the effort is appreciable. The steamy scenes were forcefully made to fit in and a little work has to be done there along with the writing style.
The book is a breezy read and if one overlooks the loopholes it is practically good as the storyline and thought behind it are remarkable.
The plot is predictable but soothing. I think writing on the life of soldiers is tough so the effort is appreciable. The steamy scenes were forcefully made to fit in and a little work has to be done there along with the writing style.
The book is a breezy read and if one overlooks the loopholes it is practically good as the storyline and thought behind it are remarkable.
July 21, 2019
IT'S A MUST READ. Love story of a commando depicts the love story of a normal civilian girl Riya and a black cat commando captain Virat. U would instantly fall in love with both the characters( n if you are a girl then captain Virat would take away your heart instantly 😜). The narration is so vivid that while reading you can clearly imagine things be it the attacks of taj or the beauty of kashmir.
I won't tell you everything here, you read it yourself and decide what you liked the most about the book (because there is nothing that you can hate about the book) and do write your own review and do justice to the book and appreciate our dear swapnil ma'am hard work.
I won't tell you everything here, you read it yourself and decide what you liked the most about the book (because there is nothing that you can hate about the book) and do write your own review and do justice to the book and appreciate our dear swapnil ma'am hard work.
July 31, 2019
focus on themed literary meets, high teas and welfare functions and deal with long (unexpected) circumstances, extraordinary challenges, a little heartache and, well, growing up. In the mysterious and grand world of Army culture, protogonist learns that walking in high heels is okay as long as you don't trip on combat boots.Yes, it really is a new world. Let this quirky, hilarious story of the first year of Army life show you that the spice to a soldier's life is most definitely his better, very strong, bloody extremely elegant, never-cussing, witty, warm and passionate half, his loved ones. Go through this book .. and it's necessary
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