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Someone Exactly Like You
A beautiful young girl, drenched in rain, is being chased by a couple of goons along the narrow
meandering roads of Landour, Mussoorie, when a swashbuckling stranger comes to her rescue.
She faints and on waking up, realizes she is in the company of the 'bad boy' of Bollywood-Veer Singh Tomar.
Natasha falls for Veer, who, incidentally, is married and dealing with a messy divorce. By some cruel twist of fate, Veer's estranged wife Amyra comes back to his life. But by then, Veer is already drawn to Natasha.
Will Veer ever find his way back to Natasha?
meandering roads of Landour, Mussoorie, when a swashbuckling stranger comes to her rescue.
She faints and on waking up, realizes she is in the company of the 'bad boy' of Bollywood-Veer Singh Tomar.
Natasha falls for Veer, who, incidentally, is married and dealing with a messy divorce. By some cruel twist of fate, Veer's estranged wife Amyra comes back to his life. But by then, Veer is already drawn to Natasha.
Will Veer ever find his way back to Natasha?
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Published February 20, 2019
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About the author
Esha Pandey
10 books44 followersEsha Pandey, is an author and a police officer. She made her debut as an author with her book I Will Meet You There, a collection of short stories, which was released in December 2015.
Esha currently lives in New Delhi. She is an Indian Police Service (IPS) officer of the 2010 batch, serving as Deputy Commissioner of Police Traffic. Over the years, Esha has worked in various capacities and various territories. She was Superintendent of Police and Commandant IRBN in Lakshadweep during 2014-16, where she wrote her first book. In Delhi, she has served as Additional DCP in Central and North District. Her posting as DCP Special Police Unit for Women and Children, in Delhi, gave her an opportunity to understand the problems faced by women, first hand.
Esha has a Masters in International Relations and Masters of Philosophy in American Studies from Jawaharlal Nehru University, Delhi. Before becoming a civil servant, she dabbled with the idea of being a journalist and worked with Times of India as a copyeditor. She has won a United Nations FPA Award for Excellence for the "Best Short Story".
Esha has kept her passion for writing alive through her tough assignments in policing because writing is music for her soul. Her TDH hero is her partner for life, her husband Rajiv, who supports her in all her endeavours. When she is not doing either, policing or writing, she is busy dealing with her two bundles of naughtiness, the K brothers, her sons. She can be reached at twitter.com/PandeyEsha and https://www.facebook.com/EshaPandeyAu... .
Esha currently lives in New Delhi. She is an Indian Police Service (IPS) officer of the 2010 batch, serving as Deputy Commissioner of Police Traffic. Over the years, Esha has worked in various capacities and various territories. She was Superintendent of Police and Commandant IRBN in Lakshadweep during 2014-16, where she wrote her first book. In Delhi, she has served as Additional DCP in Central and North District. Her posting as DCP Special Police Unit for Women and Children, in Delhi, gave her an opportunity to understand the problems faced by women, first hand.
Esha has a Masters in International Relations and Masters of Philosophy in American Studies from Jawaharlal Nehru University, Delhi. Before becoming a civil servant, she dabbled with the idea of being a journalist and worked with Times of India as a copyeditor. She has won a United Nations FPA Award for Excellence for the "Best Short Story".
Esha has kept her passion for writing alive through her tough assignments in policing because writing is music for her soul. Her TDH hero is her partner for life, her husband Rajiv, who supports her in all her endeavours. When she is not doing either, policing or writing, she is busy dealing with her two bundles of naughtiness, the K brothers, her sons. She can be reached at twitter.com/PandeyEsha and https://www.facebook.com/EshaPandeyAu... .
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December 31, 2019
This book, Someone Exactly Like You, has been with me for a while. I even met the author Esha Pandey in a cool writer-reviewer meetup and was so impressed. I was reading this book in July and then got sidetracked.
She has quite a few books published under her name and this was her first book. I look forward to reading her latest new release thriller, The Mohanbari Murders next. Here’s my review of the book.
Natasha and Veer are as different as can be yet they come together for a pretty love story in Someone Exactly Like You. This romance is a fast read, the story moves fast and always has a twist coming up. Esha has woven a layered romance with each character facing emotional upheaval.
Natasha is very excited to get an opportunity to work on a coveted Bollywood project but things go awry and she ends up stranded. Veer comes to her rescue and even offers her a job. Sparks fly and both fall for each other and then comes in the estranged wife!
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What Works in Someone Exactly Like You:
Great chemistry between the main lead.
Fast-flowing story.
Very scenic location. Picturesque and reminded me why we love snow even though I hate cold.
A brooding, handsome, kind hero.
Did I tell you he is drool-worthy!
His sweet grandmother.
The surprise twist in the last chapter.
The wisdom and maturity showed by Natasha when I least expected it.
A well-balanced ending.
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Some Slips in Someone Exactly Like You:
The clichéd and conniving, predictable wife.
The best friend who was a bit annoying at times.
The fact that the heroine thinks it’s okay for a guy to assault a woman in an extreme situation. Meh!
The ‘too sweet’ demeanour of Natasha, sometimes she was too naive but then she is just out of college.
Amyra was just a bit too much.
Overall, Someone Exactly Like You is a good read, well-written romance and a perfect weekend read. The characters are well-developed and there is a growth arc in the story that is quite realistic.
The ending was what I liked the most, it not only gave closure to all the characters, it also was true to real-life where ‘level-headed girls’ don’t throw their career away for a guy.
Read, Someone Exactly Like You for a young romance and a good sensible storyline.
She has quite a few books published under her name and this was her first book. I look forward to reading her latest new release thriller, The Mohanbari Murders next. Here’s my review of the book.
Natasha and Veer are as different as can be yet they come together for a pretty love story in Someone Exactly Like You. This romance is a fast read, the story moves fast and always has a twist coming up. Esha has woven a layered romance with each character facing emotional upheaval.
Natasha is very excited to get an opportunity to work on a coveted Bollywood project but things go awry and she ends up stranded. Veer comes to her rescue and even offers her a job. Sparks fly and both fall for each other and then comes in the estranged wife!
.
What Works in Someone Exactly Like You:
Great chemistry between the main lead.
Fast-flowing story.
Very scenic location. Picturesque and reminded me why we love snow even though I hate cold.
A brooding, handsome, kind hero.
Did I tell you he is drool-worthy!
His sweet grandmother.
The surprise twist in the last chapter.
The wisdom and maturity showed by Natasha when I least expected it.
A well-balanced ending.
.
Some Slips in Someone Exactly Like You:
The clichéd and conniving, predictable wife.
The best friend who was a bit annoying at times.
The fact that the heroine thinks it’s okay for a guy to assault a woman in an extreme situation. Meh!
The ‘too sweet’ demeanour of Natasha, sometimes she was too naive but then she is just out of college.
Amyra was just a bit too much.
Overall, Someone Exactly Like You is a good read, well-written romance and a perfect weekend read. The characters are well-developed and there is a growth arc in the story that is quite realistic.
The ending was what I liked the most, it not only gave closure to all the characters, it also was true to real-life where ‘level-headed girls’ don’t throw their career away for a guy.
Read, Someone Exactly Like You for a young romance and a good sensible storyline.
August 25, 2019
I love reading sweet, memorable love stories and Natasha and Veer's love story is one such. Natasha is an aspiring director and Veer a popular director in Bollywood dealing with a messy divorce. Sparks fly but do they fall in love?
If you are a fan of old Hindi movies, this book has references to many old classics. And this is a story of two star-crossed lovers.
Highly recommended!
If you are a fan of old Hindi movies, this book has references to many old classics. And this is a story of two star-crossed lovers.
Highly recommended!
April 9, 2019
Can a level headed aspiring director at the threshold of her career and a superstar director dealing with a messy divorce work together without sparks flying? Apparently not. If you think it is just another bollywood studded love story, you are mistaken. In Natasha, we see a typical (not stereotyped) Indian girl. Aspirational, independent and professional. Veer is a handsome hunk with a hard exterior but with a heart to admit the truth and stand by it. The communication that the protagonists share with each other lends an air of honesty to this story and makes it enjoyable.
Apart from these, the ending stole my heart. Five stars just because the heroine, instead of cowing in, realized her ambition with maturity.
Apart from these, the ending stole my heart. Five stars just because the heroine, instead of cowing in, realized her ambition with maturity.
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April 24, 2019Someone Exactly Like You is a nice love story, with two interesting individuals. Veer, a successful filmmaker and Natasha, a struggling one. They meet accidentally {in an interesting situation} on a rainy evening of mesmerizing Mussoorie. Natasha, finally, gets a chance to work with him. Expectedly, they get attracted to each other. But there's a problem. Guess what? Veer is married!
The storyline {and the backdrop} is interesting. Characters are strong, especially Natasha. Veer, of course, is charming.
However, certain things didn't work for me, like the chemistry, the spark in Veer--Natasha relationship ---I found it missing. Maybe it's just me. They are strong characters, but I didn't feel for them. It was particularly disappointing because for me, as a reader, characters and their chemistry are very important. I need to feel connected to them.
Also, dialogues ---they are too long sometimes, characters saying things that we already know. Too much telling than showing, I'd say. But I liked some conversation, especially the confession conversation.
The ending was satisfying. And the book cover is lovely.
The storyline {and the backdrop} is interesting. Characters are strong, especially Natasha. Veer, of course, is charming.
However, certain things didn't work for me, like the chemistry, the spark in Veer--Natasha relationship ---I found it missing. Maybe it's just me. They are strong characters, but I didn't feel for them. It was particularly disappointing because for me, as a reader, characters and their chemistry are very important. I need to feel connected to them.
Also, dialogues ---they are too long sometimes, characters saying things that we already know. Too much telling than showing, I'd say. But I liked some conversation, especially the confession conversation.
The ending was satisfying. And the book cover is lovely.
March 23, 2019
Couldn't stop reading until I reached the last page... Esha has written a piece to cheer up any heart ... her writing irresistibly draws one to believe in happy endings and forever afters... must read for all women ... trust me, you don't want to miss out on this one... warms the cockles of the heart...
April 19, 2019
Esha Pandey weaves an entertaining story about a young girl with ambitions who falls for the bad boy brilliant film director. The inserts of Urdu poetry were well placed and added style to the story telling as the romance between the two goes through its fair share of ups and downs.
July 11, 2019
It's been a long time since a read a love story with such a strong ending and very believable too. Kudos to the author for this.
A complicated love story between Natasha a young aspiring director and Veer a well reputed Director meet in unusual circumstances and destiny seems to want them to be together and due to a chain of events the two of them bond over their love fur movies. Veer is amidst a divorce and Natasha although in love with Veer is very focused on her future and career....So what will they choose?
A very well written story, with a seemingly known plot but with a treatment very different from other love stories that I have read. Very well fleshed out characters make the story more interesting. Despite this being a love story the author has given expression to so many other facets and emotions involved in love and in various kinds of relationship
I advocate this book to all those who love well written romance.
A complicated love story between Natasha a young aspiring director and Veer a well reputed Director meet in unusual circumstances and destiny seems to want them to be together and due to a chain of events the two of them bond over their love fur movies. Veer is amidst a divorce and Natasha although in love with Veer is very focused on her future and career....So what will they choose?
A very well written story, with a seemingly known plot but with a treatment very different from other love stories that I have read. Very well fleshed out characters make the story more interesting. Despite this being a love story the author has given expression to so many other facets and emotions involved in love and in various kinds of relationship
I advocate this book to all those who love well written romance.
August 20, 2019
Someone Exactly Like You is a good one by this prolific new author. It delves into the world of film direction and is well-researched. There are liberal doses of poetry and allusions to great films of yore, a fact sure to appeal to lovers of vintage Bollywood and Hollywood.
Though a clean romance, there is plenty of suppressed passion between the delightful Natasha and the gorgeous Veer, so go for it!
Though a clean romance, there is plenty of suppressed passion between the delightful Natasha and the gorgeous Veer, so go for it!
July 1, 2019
A lovely breezy read dealing with love .....an emotion which sometimes comes so easily without any hiccups but sometimes requires great deal of churning to make it all the more sweeter in the end. Very articulately written story on the attraction between Natasha and Veer and I had actually thought the ending would be different but pleasantly surprised to see the maturity in the way the relationship was handled. The writer has expressed herself so eloquently not just in the English Language but in Urdu as well which was the only party I struggled with as I am sure the lines were all very beautiful but was unable to grasp all of it. Have been reading the short stories of the author as well. Waiting for the next read soon.
March 7, 2019
Another gem from the author of “kiss of life “ and “Will meet you there “ , “Someone exactly like you “ explores the tumultuous relationship between a Handsome, sexy, supremely talented albeit bad boy movie maker and his protege. Set amongst the backdrop of beautiful Mussoorie the book explores the loving and longing of young hearts as the two protagonists unknowingly fall for each other. However past does catch up with Veer as his beautiful actress wife Amyra returns to make things interesting. If you love the idea of love , and want to feel the blush of first love , this book shall envelope you in the feeling.Do grab your copies now
July 1, 2019
Esha Pandey weaves an unputdownable romantic tale. Natasha, a modern, ambitious girl, accidentally barges into Veer's life and leaves a lasting impression on him. A successful man, Veer is dealing with lots of personal problems and has no intention of getting involved with a rookie. But fate has something else planned for him. Set in picturesque town Mussoorie, and interspersed with tasteful Urdu shayari, the story really entertains through and through. A great read for a lazy weekend.
April 19, 2019
Someone Exatly Like You is the stuff of a romantic's dream. Both characters Natasha and Veer have been brought out beautifully. The nuances of love blossoming in a complicated situation of the hero being married makes it even more interesting. The book will appeal to both young and mature readers, men and women alike. Hats Off to the author for this wonderful work.
May 13, 2020
Loved this book...very well researched and strong characters. I liked that not only Natasha but also her Nani's character is shown independent and focused, and how she directs Natasha to take her decisions.
May 6, 2019
Though the plot is not new, the author has put it in a different light, what with Urdu poetry and lots of beautiful scenes. The story has all types of love, from crush to infatuation to love between friends to maternal/ grandparental love and most important of all, the story also talks about commitment. The characters have been developed well and the dialogues between the characters have been well written. The feelings of both the characters has been described in detail.
The research on various aspects of movie making and also some books referred to in the story is visible with the details provided by the author.
The research on various aspects of movie making and also some books referred to in the story is visible with the details provided by the author.
April 12, 2020
Having lived in Dehradun/ Mussoorie and spent time in JNU, could relate at so many spots :)
Very beautifully weaved romance. Loved it, thoroughly Di <3
Very beautifully weaved romance. Loved it, thoroughly Di <3
April 17, 2019
Love is an unplanned emotion. It can embrace anyone at any point in time. Since contemporary fiction has become trite now, the hackneyed storylines seldom draw any attention. Likewise ‘Someone Exactly Like You’ is an example of old wine being presented in a new and decorated bottle. However, the strong narrative and the command on the characters is something to look forward to.
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October 29, 2019
Natasha is feisty and fun. Veer is a troubled soul. Theirs is a story which will keep you guessing. Beautifully written, well crafted plot and well developed characters make Someone an amazing read. Five stars for the chemistry.
June 10, 2019
The perfect read for a lazy Sunday. The story has the right amount of drama in the middle of a sweet romance. It's a nice love story set in a beautiful part of India. A must read for romance readers.
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