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In Search Of Spring
Sara and Karthik never really manage to see eye-to-eye. They’re quite stereotypically different from each other - while he’s charming, and loves springing surprises, Sara often comes across as too confident in her skin, almost to the point of being rude, and prefers doing things her way.
And yet, they find themselves crossing paths, brutally, destructively, over and over. Across seasons and years. Learning and re-learning the same lessons, and ignoring them.
Because isn’t love always meant to be?
And yet, they find themselves crossing paths, brutally, destructively, over and over. Across seasons and years. Learning and re-learning the same lessons, and ignoring them.
Because isn’t love always meant to be?
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December 28, 2020
A beautiful love story which touched me. I loved both the characters so much once I began reading I didn’t want to stop because I was so invested in their story.
I loved how simple yet complex. How normal yet unique they were. They lived normal lives but author wrote their story in such a beautiful way it gave them a depth, an importance and a need to be heard.
I loved how simple yet complex. How normal yet unique they were. They lived normal lives but author wrote their story in such a beautiful way it gave them a depth, an importance and a need to be heard.
January 7, 2021
In search of spring, as the title and cover suggest is a book about love. The story is about two people who are completely poles apart from each other, but then destiny had different plans for them. To know why am I saying so you need to read this short, bittersweet book. Thr writing style is simple and good, the book can be read in one sitting. So, all in all a wonderful read.
January 14, 2021
This is a unique love story between two contradictory individuals, Sara and Karthik. Where Sara always has her head buried in a novel or writing in her notebook, Karthik is quite the social butterfly. They meet for the first in Mumbai during the Summer of 2002. Both of them have issues with their respective parents.
They Bond over their opposite personalities that summer and say goodbye on a strange note. Next, they meet in Singapore during the winter of 2011 and catch up right where they left off and blend together with ease. Karthik is living the life of his dreams as a Pilot and Sara is working in a management consultancy, which is quite opposite to her dream of being a writer. Karthik gives her the required push to pursue her ambition and they start falling for each other, again. Sara is ready to own her love, but Karthik is reluctant to do so as it conflicts his personality.
Where will life take them in the end? Will they have a happily ever after together? Well, you need to read this wonderful book to know that!
I was completely engrossed in this book from start to end. It had my unwavering attention right from the first sentence. The prose is quite lyrical yet immensely straightforward. The author has done a marvelous job in crafting this intense love story without any cringy cheesy moments. The characters are warm and interesting, the story is wholesome and emotional and the writing is concise and brilliant!
So, what are you waiting for? Go and grab your copy now!
They Bond over their opposite personalities that summer and say goodbye on a strange note. Next, they meet in Singapore during the winter of 2011 and catch up right where they left off and blend together with ease. Karthik is living the life of his dreams as a Pilot and Sara is working in a management consultancy, which is quite opposite to her dream of being a writer. Karthik gives her the required push to pursue her ambition and they start falling for each other, again. Sara is ready to own her love, but Karthik is reluctant to do so as it conflicts his personality.
Where will life take them in the end? Will they have a happily ever after together? Well, you need to read this wonderful book to know that!
I was completely engrossed in this book from start to end. It had my unwavering attention right from the first sentence. The prose is quite lyrical yet immensely straightforward. The author has done a marvelous job in crafting this intense love story without any cringy cheesy moments. The characters are warm and interesting, the story is wholesome and emotional and the writing is concise and brilliant!
So, what are you waiting for? Go and grab your copy now!
January 4, 2021
A simple and sweet, yet unconventional love story.
Ratings: 4.7/5
This was such a refreshing take and read, which had elements of a traditional romance, and yet was so different and unique, which makes the book a must-read.
What I liked about the book:
--> How it traverses between the past and present, making the journey of both the protagonists, allowing character development as well as creating excitement and curiosity in the reader.
--> Sara's character is very relatable for me as my journey to becoming a writer is more or less the same (minus the Karthik part)
--> The way all the characters have been described right from their physical appearance to their personality/behavioral traits.
--> It doesn't have a conventional 'happy ending' that we're used to.
--> The lovemaking scene between Sara and Karthik and especially where it happens!! (for a bookworm and writer like me, this is a dream date)
--> Despite being a female author, Shreya has done a fabulous job of writing from the male protagonist PoV.
--> The whole episode of Sara's discovering Emma's bookstore, her job stint there (which kind of made me jealous and also wish I had a job like that!!) the story of how the bookstore came to be
--> It describes Bombay/Mumbai (and my favorite cafe Candies) in such a charming way.
--> One can easily visualize the story/book being turned into a movie/web series.
What I did not like about the book:
--> I wish there was more space to other characters (like Rohan, Aunt Priya, Nidhi, just to name a few)
--> I have mixed feelings about the climax and how the story/characters' actions make cheating/adultery seem completely acceptable.
--> There were bits about the story that felt incomplete (like what happened between Karthik and Akansha, how did Sara and Pranav fall in love and what is their relationship like, etc)
Quotable quotes:
—> Funny how we don’t register some things until they hamper our lives. Well, someone’s life.
—> Mumbai had an air of reckless abandon about it, and I felt drawn to it despite my best resolve.
—> A coffee shop was, after all, modern India’s arranged match-making spot.
—> Let’s admit, fiction is way more interesting than real life in most cases.
—> I sometimes wondered how that would feel, to be universally liked by people.
—> I mean five years is an entire generation gap.
—> That seemed to be the easiest way forward. Complete denial.
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Ratings: 4.7/5
This was such a refreshing take and read, which had elements of a traditional romance, and yet was so different and unique, which makes the book a must-read.
What I liked about the book:
--> How it traverses between the past and present, making the journey of both the protagonists, allowing character development as well as creating excitement and curiosity in the reader.
--> Sara's character is very relatable for me as my journey to becoming a writer is more or less the same (minus the Karthik part)
--> The way all the characters have been described right from their physical appearance to their personality/behavioral traits.
--> It doesn't have a conventional 'happy ending' that we're used to.
--> The lovemaking scene between Sara and Karthik and especially where it happens!! (for a bookworm and writer like me, this is a dream date)
--> Despite being a female author, Shreya has done a fabulous job of writing from the male protagonist PoV.
--> The whole episode of Sara's discovering Emma's bookstore, her job stint there (which kind of made me jealous and also wish I had a job like that!!) the story of how the bookstore came to be
--> It describes Bombay/Mumbai (and my favorite cafe Candies) in such a charming way.
--> One can easily visualize the story/book being turned into a movie/web series.
What I did not like about the book:
--> I wish there was more space to other characters (like Rohan, Aunt Priya, Nidhi, just to name a few)
--> I have mixed feelings about the climax and how the story/characters' actions make cheating/adultery seem completely acceptable.
--> There were bits about the story that felt incomplete (like what happened between Karthik and Akansha, how did Sara and Pranav fall in love and what is their relationship like, etc)
Quotable quotes:
—> Funny how we don’t register some things until they hamper our lives. Well, someone’s life.
—> Mumbai had an air of reckless abandon about it, and I felt drawn to it despite my best resolve.
—> A coffee shop was, after all, modern India’s arranged match-making spot.
—> Let’s admit, fiction is way more interesting than real life in most cases.
—> I sometimes wondered how that would feel, to be universally liked by people.
—> I mean five years is an entire generation gap.
—> That seemed to be the easiest way forward. Complete denial.
More here: https://wp.me/p6XQyB-2kg
January 2, 2021
Book- In Search of Spring
Author- @shreyashively
Publisher- @writerspocket
Genre- Romantic fiction
Pages- 149
Reading format- Kindle Edition
Rating- ❤️❤️❤️❤️/5
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🥀 First the cover is gorgeous and very attractive. I can say my second favourite cover with unique storyline. The essence of Mumbai from different angel is beautifully expressed....
🥀 the prologue of the book is starting from Karthik, he is in his forties and still miss past love. Karthik is tall and charming from his youth. He is an extrovert kinda person. Than the story start from the flashback when Sara was a teenage and an introvert girl who loves to spend time with her self and her book. She avoid crowded area but when she is around the people see start observing people....
🥀 Saras parents relationship was not good so they send her to Mumbai where she spent some days with the Masi Priya, there she meet Karthik but she was not at all interested in him. There came some up and down in in her life that she fall in love with Kartik....
🥀 Book is full of emotions but somewhere in book I got confused. The book contains intimacy of love. But I love both the characters Sara and Kartik....
🥀 The end has its own uniqueness which play some emotional part. I didn't imagine to be the ending like this......
The main aim is clear "Do what you love to do, don't force yourself which is of no use in your life"
❤️❤️ In Search of Spring such a unique and interesting love story ❤️❤️
Author- @shreyashively
Publisher- @writerspocket
Genre- Romantic fiction
Pages- 149
Reading format- Kindle Edition
Rating- ❤️❤️❤️❤️/5
🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀
🥀 First the cover is gorgeous and very attractive. I can say my second favourite cover with unique storyline. The essence of Mumbai from different angel is beautifully expressed....
🥀 the prologue of the book is starting from Karthik, he is in his forties and still miss past love. Karthik is tall and charming from his youth. He is an extrovert kinda person. Than the story start from the flashback when Sara was a teenage and an introvert girl who loves to spend time with her self and her book. She avoid crowded area but when she is around the people see start observing people....
🥀 Saras parents relationship was not good so they send her to Mumbai where she spent some days with the Masi Priya, there she meet Karthik but she was not at all interested in him. There came some up and down in in her life that she fall in love with Kartik....
🥀 Book is full of emotions but somewhere in book I got confused. The book contains intimacy of love. But I love both the characters Sara and Kartik....
🥀 The end has its own uniqueness which play some emotional part. I didn't imagine to be the ending like this......
The main aim is clear "Do what you love to do, don't force yourself which is of no use in your life"
❤️❤️ In Search of Spring such a unique and interesting love story ❤️❤️
December 29, 2020
In search of spring by Shreya Shively is a book about Sara and Karthik. Sara is a confident girl who love doing things on her way and love to have a planned life where Karthik is all about surprises and exploring new things each day. I loved both the characters very much and felt connected to them because of the beautiful writing style.
The story talks about different instances when Sara and Karthik crosses each other's paths over the time span of their life. All the instances are so beautiful explained and always gave me a hope for a happy ending. But what happened in the end was something different, something unexpected.
The book is filled with so many emotions. The story being fiction still feels like something very real. I was hooked to the book from the very beginning and couldn't keep it down. The writing style was lucid and had no space for any questions in readers' mind.
Overall for me it was a great book and I can definitely see myself re-reading it in future and I can definitely see myself reading other books by Shreya in future.
I absolutely loved these words from the book.
"I realized that there was a comfort in talking to strangers which could never be found in those close to ourselves, those who cared. There was a sense of freedom in finally letting go and being who you were most comfortable being, because you knew you really couldn’t care less, because tomorrow, all this would be gone. There was a relief in having no expectations, of offering no explanations, and in just being."
The story talks about different instances when Sara and Karthik crosses each other's paths over the time span of their life. All the instances are so beautiful explained and always gave me a hope for a happy ending. But what happened in the end was something different, something unexpected.
The book is filled with so many emotions. The story being fiction still feels like something very real. I was hooked to the book from the very beginning and couldn't keep it down. The writing style was lucid and had no space for any questions in readers' mind.
Overall for me it was a great book and I can definitely see myself re-reading it in future and I can definitely see myself reading other books by Shreya in future.
I absolutely loved these words from the book.
"I realized that there was a comfort in talking to strangers which could never be found in those close to ourselves, those who cared. There was a sense of freedom in finally letting go and being who you were most comfortable being, because you knew you really couldn’t care less, because tomorrow, all this would be gone. There was a relief in having no expectations, of offering no explanations, and in just being."
January 1, 2021
Title - In Search Of Spring
Author - Shreya Shively
Genre - Romance /fiction
pages - 149
Format - Kindle
The story revolves around the protagonists Sara and Karthik. Both of them are usually different from each other but their paths meet and cross swords. Karthik is in 40's and after seeing a headline he finds Rhea, his first love but he marry Nidhi. To know read the book that what's in between Karthik , Sara, Rhea and Nidhi?
The cover of the book is eye catchy and title of the book is totally apt. The plot of the story is interesting, engaging and emotional. It is a perfect blend of romance and reality. The author has perfectly narrated all the emotions like love, pain lose, anger etc
The language used is simple and lucid. Characters are well developed and described by the author that they look real. The flow of the story is well paced which hooks the readers till the end.
Overall, a nice read.
I recommend this book to all specially romance lovers out there.
Author - Shreya Shively
Genre - Romance /fiction
pages - 149
Format - Kindle
The story revolves around the protagonists Sara and Karthik. Both of them are usually different from each other but their paths meet and cross swords. Karthik is in 40's and after seeing a headline he finds Rhea, his first love but he marry Nidhi. To know read the book that what's in between Karthik , Sara, Rhea and Nidhi?
The cover of the book is eye catchy and title of the book is totally apt. The plot of the story is interesting, engaging and emotional. It is a perfect blend of romance and reality. The author has perfectly narrated all the emotions like love, pain lose, anger etc
The language used is simple and lucid. Characters are well developed and described by the author that they look real. The flow of the story is well paced which hooks the readers till the end.
Overall, a nice read.
I recommend this book to all specially romance lovers out there.
January 6, 2021
I love the name of the book, I am the person who decides the book by its cover. (Just when I pick fiction) I love the plan and the general first page.
Beautiful writing will make you connect with the confident girl Sara, who loves to do things in her way. And explorer who is in his 40's named Karthik.
With brilliantly bent characters you will be in the excursion of partition, frailties, dream and love. Its develop a romantic tale which will keep you connected with till the end page.
The end has its uniqueness which has some energetic impact. I didn't imagine to be the culmination like this......
The principle point is clear "Do what you love to do, don't drive yourself which is of no utilization in your life"
You will adore it if you are a romance fan. It's unique but then extremely intriguing.
Beautiful writing will make you connect with the confident girl Sara, who loves to do things in her way. And explorer who is in his 40's named Karthik.
With brilliantly bent characters you will be in the excursion of partition, frailties, dream and love. Its develop a romantic tale which will keep you connected with till the end page.
The end has its uniqueness which has some energetic impact. I didn't imagine to be the culmination like this......
The principle point is clear "Do what you love to do, don't drive yourself which is of no utilization in your life"
You will adore it if you are a romance fan. It's unique but then extremely intriguing.
January 8, 2021
In Search of Spring is a not so sweet but realistic love story delving readers into an influx of emotions of not just cheesy love but all the phases of it. It is not like how some authors show just the cheesy and sweet part but this story is kind of a fifty shades of grey thing. The love story, the flashbacks, the memories and overall the whole feeling one gets on reading about what is going to happen next makes the book a masterpiece. For the first time I'm appreciating a book cover as I found it simple, yet beautiful. I don't know why but this cover has something to with the emotions of a reader. We should never judge a book by its cover but the cover goes well with the storyline of the book. I'm very impressed by the wordplay of the author.
January 28, 2021
Another love story with practical resemblance.
I won't say that this is the best love story one will ever read but I'll definitely say this, if you've ever been in school/college love you might feel a resemblance. This is a kind of love story where the characters are in a dilemma. They find their love and their solace in two different individuals.
The story revolves around Karthik and Sara who met each other by chance and their bonding got lifelong. But are they really happy? Will their hearts find forever solace in each other?
The book is a short read focussed only on main protagonist. The story stays on plot till the end. Language is simple. Cover is nice so is the title.
I won't say that this is the best love story one will ever read but I'll definitely say this, if you've ever been in school/college love you might feel a resemblance. This is a kind of love story where the characters are in a dilemma. They find their love and their solace in two different individuals.
The story revolves around Karthik and Sara who met each other by chance and their bonding got lifelong. But are they really happy? Will their hearts find forever solace in each other?
The book is a short read focussed only on main protagonist. The story stays on plot till the end. Language is simple. Cover is nice so is the title.
January 12, 2021
The story revolves around Sara and Karthik. Karthik, a handsome and hardworking guy whereas Sara, an easy to go type girl who lives her life by her own means. Both of them love each other but Sara fears naming it as love because of the age gap between them and they move apart. After nine years, again they meet at Singapore and their destiny changes.
It was a light and easy to read love story. The story transverses between the past and present life of Sara and Karthik. I loved the way the characters are presented and they are so much relatable with real life. Also, the style of writing was amazing. I would rate it 3.8⭐/5⭐
It was a light and easy to read love story. The story transverses between the past and present life of Sara and Karthik. I loved the way the characters are presented and they are so much relatable with real life. Also, the style of writing was amazing. I would rate it 3.8⭐/5⭐
January 3, 2021
The book is a quick read romance that spans across a couple decades. I loved how quick paced the book was. It is a pleasant start to let go off my reading inertia.
The story in some parts is something which a lot of us will relate to; as all of us would have felt the excitement of first romance, the pinch of a heartbreak and the grief of unanswered questions left by some special person at some point in our lives. I believe the book will leave a smile and maybe a tear in the eye due to your own reminiscences while you read along with a hot cup of coffee during these winter days (just like the protagonist of the book sipping through the coffee).
I will not reveal any part of the book plot and leave it on you to read and judge this first attempt of the author.
The story in some parts is something which a lot of us will relate to; as all of us would have felt the excitement of first romance, the pinch of a heartbreak and the grief of unanswered questions left by some special person at some point in our lives. I believe the book will leave a smile and maybe a tear in the eye due to your own reminiscences while you read along with a hot cup of coffee during these winter days (just like the protagonist of the book sipping through the coffee).
I will not reveal any part of the book plot and leave it on you to read and judge this first attempt of the author.
February 21, 2021
In Search of Spring by Shreya Shively is a beautiful love story of Karthik and Sara. Sometimes love blossoms in unexpected ways. True love remains in the corner of the heart, even if two souls are not together. Sara and Karthik are two such souls.
I would say this is one of the best realistic portrayals of romance in the literature. Because the story is not only about mutual love but also about two individuals. Both have their dreams, perspectives and ideologies. They are also in a constant struggle with them. Sometimes we never have all the answers we need. But we can learn from others. We can open our heart and let them in. Together, it is the way forward.
Overall, this was an extremely satisfying read. Because I can easily relate to these characters. The language and narration were also on point. The story was very slow-paced in the middle. It also had some lag towards the end. Apart from that, this is undoubtedly a hundred per cent worthy read!
I would say this is one of the best realistic portrayals of romance in the literature. Because the story is not only about mutual love but also about two individuals. Both have their dreams, perspectives and ideologies. They are also in a constant struggle with them. Sometimes we never have all the answers we need. But we can learn from others. We can open our heart and let them in. Together, it is the way forward.
Overall, this was an extremely satisfying read. Because I can easily relate to these characters. The language and narration were also on point. The story was very slow-paced in the middle. It also had some lag towards the end. Apart from that, this is undoubtedly a hundred per cent worthy read!
January 6, 2021
All stories don't end the way we wish
Each book has something to say whether fiction or non-fiction if you wish to learn from them. The story was really written well and I loved it and felt bad for Sara and Karthick who never opened what was truly in their hearts when they were together and parted apart and when they said what was in their head it was no time to start their life together as they have their own paths to travel now. Sometimes there won't be a second chance in life so be yourself and say what you feel and don't regret else it will be too late and you will regret it.
Each book has something to say whether fiction or non-fiction if you wish to learn from them. The story was really written well and I loved it and felt bad for Sara and Karthick who never opened what was truly in their hearts when they were together and parted apart and when they said what was in their head it was no time to start their life together as they have their own paths to travel now. Sometimes there won't be a second chance in life so be yourself and say what you feel and don't regret else it will be too late and you will regret it.
February 12, 2021
A pragmatic look at love. Although it is a love story, it is as real as it gets. No rose-tinted glasses here.
Detailed review coming soon.
Detailed review coming soon.
January 2, 2021
The book starts with kartik in his 40s is at office fighting with coffee machine:-):-) and in his office alone just the way he liked it.
He's eyeing the paper whn someone caught his attention the face is all same but the name is different that's when he started google her. And thn the story goes in flashback.
It's a great emotional, romance book. Kartik and sara are equally opposite but opposite attracts so they r. Kartik is all spontaneous where sara is all planned.
The writing style of the author is amazing, the language is easy and the cover (^^)(^^) is so eye soothing. I really like it. Author did so great work writing this book. Recommended to all.
Recommended to all .
He's eyeing the paper whn someone caught his attention the face is all same but the name is different that's when he started google her. And thn the story goes in flashback.
It's a great emotional, romance book. Kartik and sara are equally opposite but opposite attracts so they r. Kartik is all spontaneous where sara is all planned.
The writing style of the author is amazing, the language is easy and the cover (^^)(^^) is so eye soothing. I really like it. Author did so great work writing this book. Recommended to all.
Recommended to all .
December 29, 2020
🌟My rating - 4🌟
💫The book "In search of Spring" is a fictional story writen by Shreya Shivel.
💫The main characters are Karthik, Sara, Rhea Bhakshi and Nidhi.
💫The story begins with a glimpse about the past and continued by the connections of it with the present life of 40 year old Karthik.
💫The plot is set in an interesting way which keeps the readers held up through out the book.
💫The story brings out various emotions like love, anger, lose, grief, pain, fights, etc
💫All the characters are well penned in a realistic manner.
💫The cover picture and title are very beautiful and apt to the story.
💫Overall it was a good read and I would recommend this book to everyone. Give it a read🤞
💫The book "In search of Spring" is a fictional story writen by Shreya Shivel.
💫The main characters are Karthik, Sara, Rhea Bhakshi and Nidhi.
💫The story begins with a glimpse about the past and continued by the connections of it with the present life of 40 year old Karthik.
💫The plot is set in an interesting way which keeps the readers held up through out the book.
💫The story brings out various emotions like love, anger, lose, grief, pain, fights, etc
💫All the characters are well penned in a realistic manner.
💫The cover picture and title are very beautiful and apt to the story.
💫Overall it was a good read and I would recommend this book to everyone. Give it a read🤞
January 6, 2021
Love in today's world has various kinds of definitions, varying from person to person, so when I first went through the description of the book, I was not sure about what 'kind of love' this book will narrate. But I'm glad to say I'm not disappointed at all by picking up this book. I fell in love with love after finishing this book.
Now, let's dive deeper into this loving ocean of words created by the author.
In Search Of Spring, true to its title, is the story of two souls who are fighting their own separate fights in today's world brought together by fate from time to time making them walk on their paths, in search of spring; sometimes together, sometimes separate.
Fate... she really knows how to play, just like she did with Karthik and Sara (the protagonists). With the backdrop of Delhi and Mumbai with some snippets of Singapore and Melbourne here and there, the author has done a beautiful work in giving the feel of these places. Characters beautifully crafted with visible developments in both the protagonists. But I personally related more with Sara, mainly at the end... I was emotional... maybe I should say teary. Yeah, that much emotional this book made me. An emotional journey through Sara and Karthik.
Themes that touched my heart:
1. Time never waits for anyone. One should express his/her feelings (whatever it is) on time before it gets too late and starts regretting. At least you tried, right?
2. If something is not making YOU happy, let it go. It will surely hurt someone, but you can't make everyone happy at the same time. So, it's better to be happy and try to spread that happiness instead of trying to make others happy through actions which doesn't make you happy. People who love you, really, will be happy with your happiness.
3. Be the charioteer of your own chariot. Sure, take guidance while on road, but remember to follow your heart... Only that way one can reach home.
4. Fear... A very well known personality in our lives. We don't even know how many good things we get deprived of because of our fears. So, it's better to fight those fears instead of surrendering to them and giving up. It's difficult but not impossible.
So, these are all I wanted to say about this brilliantly plotted and engagingly narrated book. Thank you so much for gifting such a beautiful love story.
Now, let's dive deeper into this loving ocean of words created by the author.
In Search Of Spring, true to its title, is the story of two souls who are fighting their own separate fights in today's world brought together by fate from time to time making them walk on their paths, in search of spring; sometimes together, sometimes separate.
Fate... she really knows how to play, just like she did with Karthik and Sara (the protagonists). With the backdrop of Delhi and Mumbai with some snippets of Singapore and Melbourne here and there, the author has done a beautiful work in giving the feel of these places. Characters beautifully crafted with visible developments in both the protagonists. But I personally related more with Sara, mainly at the end... I was emotional... maybe I should say teary. Yeah, that much emotional this book made me. An emotional journey through Sara and Karthik.
Themes that touched my heart:
1. Time never waits for anyone. One should express his/her feelings (whatever it is) on time before it gets too late and starts regretting. At least you tried, right?
2. If something is not making YOU happy, let it go. It will surely hurt someone, but you can't make everyone happy at the same time. So, it's better to be happy and try to spread that happiness instead of trying to make others happy through actions which doesn't make you happy. People who love you, really, will be happy with your happiness.
3. Be the charioteer of your own chariot. Sure, take guidance while on road, but remember to follow your heart... Only that way one can reach home.
4. Fear... A very well known personality in our lives. We don't even know how many good things we get deprived of because of our fears. So, it's better to fight those fears instead of surrendering to them and giving up. It's difficult but not impossible.
So, these are all I wanted to say about this brilliantly plotted and engagingly narrated book. Thank you so much for gifting such a beautiful love story.
January 10, 2021
Book: In Search of Spring
Author: Shreya Shively
Publisher: Writer’s Pocket
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Format: Kindle
Pages: 149
Rating: 4/5
This is a love story of Sara and Kartik, who have a gap of five years , which Sara considers as a generation gap altogether. The story begins when a person in his forties sees a girl he knows from past after so many years but with a different name. Then, Suddenly a different chapter begins giving insights about past. They both cross paths across seasons learning same lessons. The story telling of the author is really brilliant.
I don’t know why but I really love stories which have close connection with coffee shops or book lovers. They just touch me deep. I could relate with the character of Sara in many ways . At the same time I equally appreciated Karthik. I don’t know I felt envious of Sara when she thinks of him as her crush. I really hated her then.
Language is good. I found it a bit different from other books. You can’t say its tough but then its not easy either. Writing style is really beautiful. Narrations of scenes are vivid. Each Chapter is written from the perspective of a different character. That helps the readers to look at the story from the point of view of all the characters and in a way it makes us more empathetic, which I consider is a main role books play in shaping our personalities.
Cover page is good. But I feel it could be better , it could be more fun if it could resonate the vibes of the book. Like to true what I felt when I looked at the cover was it might be some sort of mythological fiction. Even the choice of colors gave me those thoughts. Title is really beautiful as it is sync with the theme of the story. I really liked the way the book is structured, when I looked at the index I was intrigued to see why is there a gap of so many years . It was only when I read the book from cover to cover that I realized the reason.
I Suggest this book a read if you are looking forward to read a love story . I liked the book mainly due to the story telling style and vivid narratives given by the author. I really look forward to read more from the author.
Author: Shreya Shively
Publisher: Writer’s Pocket
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Format: Kindle
Pages: 149
Rating: 4/5
This is a love story of Sara and Kartik, who have a gap of five years , which Sara considers as a generation gap altogether. The story begins when a person in his forties sees a girl he knows from past after so many years but with a different name. Then, Suddenly a different chapter begins giving insights about past. They both cross paths across seasons learning same lessons. The story telling of the author is really brilliant.
I don’t know why but I really love stories which have close connection with coffee shops or book lovers. They just touch me deep. I could relate with the character of Sara in many ways . At the same time I equally appreciated Karthik. I don’t know I felt envious of Sara when she thinks of him as her crush. I really hated her then.
Language is good. I found it a bit different from other books. You can’t say its tough but then its not easy either. Writing style is really beautiful. Narrations of scenes are vivid. Each Chapter is written from the perspective of a different character. That helps the readers to look at the story from the point of view of all the characters and in a way it makes us more empathetic, which I consider is a main role books play in shaping our personalities.
Cover page is good. But I feel it could be better , it could be more fun if it could resonate the vibes of the book. Like to true what I felt when I looked at the cover was it might be some sort of mythological fiction. Even the choice of colors gave me those thoughts. Title is really beautiful as it is sync with the theme of the story. I really liked the way the book is structured, when I looked at the index I was intrigued to see why is there a gap of so many years . It was only when I read the book from cover to cover that I realized the reason.
I Suggest this book a read if you are looking forward to read a love story . I liked the book mainly due to the story telling style and vivid narratives given by the author. I really look forward to read more from the author.
January 13, 2021
In search of Spring is a beautiful story of who contrasting story of Sara and Karthik. Sara seems more of a reserved person and is often found buried in her books or writing in her notebook which she always carries with her. Karthik on the other hand is a carefree and free- spirited person, living the life on his terms. Sara and Karthik first meet during the Summer of 2002, when Sara comes to visit her Aunt Priya in Mumbai. During Summer they bond over various things even though they both have different perspectives. But by the send of her vacation they both part ways on an awkward note. Fast forward to the Winter of 2011, when they both meet at Singapore with Karthik living his best life as a pilot and Sara stuck in her job. Meeting Karthik again she realized that she left the most important thing dear to her that is writing which she loved during. Later she is seen to leave her life behind in Delhi and comes to live with Karthik in Mumbai where she starts following her dream and side by side working at a bookstore. Here they both give their relationship a start but Karthik doesn't gives Sara the commitment she deserves which again leads to their separation. The meet for the last time after 7 years with Sara as a successful author and Karthik with this office job. They both get the closure they deserve but at the same thing regret their love didn't get the chance it deserved.
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Overall the book has a good concept and story- line with strong and contrasting protagonists. Throughout the story we see good character development and also their various flaws. If your looking at a fairy tale love story book then you maybe be disappointed but at the same time it will make you to think about your life and open up new perspectives. Whenever the characters asked 'Are you happy?' it felt as if they are asking the readers of this story, because no one is happy in their life. There is always something missing in their life and happiness is such a concept that everyone wants to achieve it.
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Overall the book has a good concept and story- line with strong and contrasting protagonists. Throughout the story we see good character development and also their various flaws. If your looking at a fairy tale love story book then you maybe be disappointed but at the same time it will make you to think about your life and open up new perspectives. Whenever the characters asked 'Are you happy?' it felt as if they are asking the readers of this story, because no one is happy in their life. There is always something missing in their life and happiness is such a concept that everyone wants to achieve it.
March 13, 2021
Sara and Kartik- two people of completely different mindsets combine together and their life goes on throughout the story. Sara is a very interesting character who reads a lot and writes her heart out in a notebook. She has captivated her world in this reading and writing where on the other hand Kartik is an extrovert and decently social person. But their story happens to bind them together in various ways and that’s where the magic of this book lies.
I want to appreciate the title of this book firstly for a long time because it connects with the story so much that I can’t even explain. In the story Sara and Kartik meet each other after a long time than their last meeting and they find out the emotions they share with each other. At this point the story was written in a way that my heart was filled with only the words spoken there. I really liked the push of Kartik which finally helped Sara to move on with her dream career to become a writer. This story showed how opposites attract based this fact only that they are opposites.
When the story came to an end it was heart wrenching and the issues shown in that state was so much relatable that it automatically made the novel a suitable contemporary one. I found adequate reality as well as drama in the story; the plots were planned so mindfully that not even for a moment I felt that this was overdone. Love has been defined in this book in a same way but in a different manner which segregates this book. I would love to recommend this story to every beginner and even veteran readers to escape from their lives, to live some moments of bliss.
I want to appreciate the title of this book firstly for a long time because it connects with the story so much that I can’t even explain. In the story Sara and Kartik meet each other after a long time than their last meeting and they find out the emotions they share with each other. At this point the story was written in a way that my heart was filled with only the words spoken there. I really liked the push of Kartik which finally helped Sara to move on with her dream career to become a writer. This story showed how opposites attract based this fact only that they are opposites.
When the story came to an end it was heart wrenching and the issues shown in that state was so much relatable that it automatically made the novel a suitable contemporary one. I found adequate reality as well as drama in the story; the plots were planned so mindfully that not even for a moment I felt that this was overdone. Love has been defined in this book in a same way but in a different manner which segregates this book. I would love to recommend this story to every beginner and even veteran readers to escape from their lives, to live some moments of bliss.
January 18, 2021
In Search of Spring is a story about a Sara and Karthik who in spite of their contrasting personalities fall in love with each other. However, they couldn’t be together. There are many other characters involved in the story too but they don’t contribute to the storyline as much as expected.
The book is only 150 pages long and is quite a short read.
The book contains two POVs one of Sara and the other of Karthik. But that has not been mentioned. When I started reading the book, I was completely confused due to the lack of labelling.
Karthik and Sara meet three times once in 2002, then in 2011 and lastly in 2018. Every time they meet they start off as uncomfortable strangers and end up getting romantically involved with each other before either one of them disappears without a trace.
The flow of the book is good but not very entertaining because the same sequence of events has been repeated three times. Even after reading the book, I am not entirely sure about the relationship between Karthik and Sara. They both are married to different people and claim that their spouses are acceptant with them having relations with others. That is quite unsettling.
Karthik always says he is not the commitment type when Sara asks him the status of their relationship but later on, he marries Nidhi. Then what was the problem in marrying Sara?
The story flows a fast pace and has been written in an easy-to-read language. It is okay for a one time read.
The cover is well designed and looks quite attractive. The title is also appropriate for the book.
The book is only 150 pages long and is quite a short read.
The book contains two POVs one of Sara and the other of Karthik. But that has not been mentioned. When I started reading the book, I was completely confused due to the lack of labelling.
Karthik and Sara meet three times once in 2002, then in 2011 and lastly in 2018. Every time they meet they start off as uncomfortable strangers and end up getting romantically involved with each other before either one of them disappears without a trace.
The flow of the book is good but not very entertaining because the same sequence of events has been repeated three times. Even after reading the book, I am not entirely sure about the relationship between Karthik and Sara. They both are married to different people and claim that their spouses are acceptant with them having relations with others. That is quite unsettling.
Karthik always says he is not the commitment type when Sara asks him the status of their relationship but later on, he marries Nidhi. Then what was the problem in marrying Sara?
The story flows a fast pace and has been written in an easy-to-read language. It is okay for a one time read.
The cover is well designed and looks quite attractive. The title is also appropriate for the book.
January 20, 2021
'In search of a spring', comprises a quite distinct storyline. This story revolves around Karthik and Sara, who fell in love despite their contrasting characters. They met at different stages of life; they motivated and inspired each other to become the better version of themselves. They both faced their fair share of struggles and difficulties. In their bittersweet journey Karthik and Sara fell in love but yet they had to undergo the despair of separation. Life offered them two more chances to replenish their lost bond but, some love stories met an uncertain end.
The book consists of 150 pages, thus I finished it within two days. The story offered both Sara and Karthik’s POVs which eventually helped me to grasp a better understanding. But to my great distress, I didn’t quite like the story. Personally, I felt the book had repeated the same sequence of incidents. I didn’t quite cherish the bond between Sara and Karthik. At certain places, the story provoked a huge range of confusion, as I couldn't quite place the feelings or the thought process of the protagonists.
The one thing that struck me deeply was, Karthik had a problem with commitment but, then again he marries Nidhi. So that makes me question that; Does a marriage operates without commitment?
Other than few conceptual difficulties, I would really like to appreciate the hard work of the author. The pace was the story was well built. The writing style is simple and lucid.
The book consists of 150 pages, thus I finished it within two days. The story offered both Sara and Karthik’s POVs which eventually helped me to grasp a better understanding. But to my great distress, I didn’t quite like the story. Personally, I felt the book had repeated the same sequence of incidents. I didn’t quite cherish the bond between Sara and Karthik. At certain places, the story provoked a huge range of confusion, as I couldn't quite place the feelings or the thought process of the protagonists.
The one thing that struck me deeply was, Karthik had a problem with commitment but, then again he marries Nidhi. So that makes me question that; Does a marriage operates without commitment?
Other than few conceptual difficulties, I would really like to appreciate the hard work of the author. The pace was the story was well built. The writing style is simple and lucid.
January 22, 2021
“The person you fall in Love with and the person who completes you, are not always the same.”
#Insight- Karthik is a Carefree man, who wants to live his life travelling and exploring the world and Sara is girl who doesn’t necessarily know what she wants with life. The only thing she peas know is that she wants to write.
The story is about how a chance encounter leads to the formation of a lifelong bond, which them leads to life turning decisions.
The story focuses on the question, “Are You Happy?”. It tries to talk about things we like to ignore in real life, like, ‘What do you really wanna do?’.
#Review- The story is well written, has some good thoughts in it, but might disappoint you a bit if you’re looking for a happy ending.
The is not too long and is perfect for a one time read, but its not a perfect romantic novel. It won’t feel like that perfect love story most of us are looking for.
The story runs on a timeline and we get three different years in which the story is divided. Overall the story is good, not too long and enjoyable.
#Drawbacks- After a while you start to feel the lack of more characters in the story. Although good, the story is too straight, and its only romance, nothing else.
#Strength- The story is not too long. This keeps it from getting boring.
#Target Audience- If you think that you’re stuck in a love story that’s not going anywhere, this story might be for you.
#Rating- 3.5
#Insight- Karthik is a Carefree man, who wants to live his life travelling and exploring the world and Sara is girl who doesn’t necessarily know what she wants with life. The only thing she peas know is that she wants to write.
The story is about how a chance encounter leads to the formation of a lifelong bond, which them leads to life turning decisions.
The story focuses on the question, “Are You Happy?”. It tries to talk about things we like to ignore in real life, like, ‘What do you really wanna do?’.
#Review- The story is well written, has some good thoughts in it, but might disappoint you a bit if you’re looking for a happy ending.
The is not too long and is perfect for a one time read, but its not a perfect romantic novel. It won’t feel like that perfect love story most of us are looking for.
The story runs on a timeline and we get three different years in which the story is divided. Overall the story is good, not too long and enjoyable.
#Drawbacks- After a while you start to feel the lack of more characters in the story. Although good, the story is too straight, and its only romance, nothing else.
#Strength- The story is not too long. This keeps it from getting boring.
#Target Audience- If you think that you’re stuck in a love story that’s not going anywhere, this story might be for you.
#Rating- 3.5
March 19, 2021
"In search of spring" is the story of the loving hearts whose love is for each other but their lives has different destiny. It meticulously portrays emotions and aspirations of lovers of the time who priorities ambitions and love equally
Story has lot of ups and down that occurs in lovers life. Same is happening with the lives of Sara Bakshi, an famous writer and poet and Karthik Arora, a pilot, both of them completely different from each other. Sara seems confident and abrupt and introvert many times. Karthik is happy-go-lucky guy who knows to love but unknown to other desire and hopes. They meet in their teenage. When two persons with different aspects meets, fall in love with each other but something that doesn't let them to be together always, and their life becomes complex.
It's in the book to read would they be together or move on with their own paths. Plotline swings between romance and relationship rupture.
I felt narration is coolest part of this book and coverpage is just awesome alluring to grab the book. Story is simply straight forward about complicated relationship which may relate to many lovers of this generation. Characters are a few and main protagonists are the focal and story revolves around them as chapters are self depicted by them alternatively. Language sounds reader friendly that any one can read it in couple of hours. Story would entice them who has complex relationship.
Story has lot of ups and down that occurs in lovers life. Same is happening with the lives of Sara Bakshi, an famous writer and poet and Karthik Arora, a pilot, both of them completely different from each other. Sara seems confident and abrupt and introvert many times. Karthik is happy-go-lucky guy who knows to love but unknown to other desire and hopes. They meet in their teenage. When two persons with different aspects meets, fall in love with each other but something that doesn't let them to be together always, and their life becomes complex.
It's in the book to read would they be together or move on with their own paths. Plotline swings between romance and relationship rupture.
I felt narration is coolest part of this book and coverpage is just awesome alluring to grab the book. Story is simply straight forward about complicated relationship which may relate to many lovers of this generation. Characters are a few and main protagonists are the focal and story revolves around them as chapters are self depicted by them alternatively. Language sounds reader friendly that any one can read it in couple of hours. Story would entice them who has complex relationship.
January 12, 2021
In search of Spring by Shreya Shiverly is a love story about a girl from Delhi and a boy from Mumbai. How they meet and their life was never the same again.
Sara; a young teenage girl with a hope in her eyes and love for books and literature. Karthik; a carefree and mature boy who believe in living the full to the fullest. The instant click between them, a pull which both of them can't deny so much that the age gap of five years didn't even had a space.
Story progresses with her heart shatter and met again at a point in life where things have changed or she have changed into someone unrecognisable.
"Are you happy"?
A simple enough questions bring back the fire in her which she thought had lost in getting herself back up after that heart break. Will this time things will changed? Will she find her happy ending? And will she be able find herself back and her passion back?
A complex love story with some many layers of love and heart break. It's beautiful penned down and you will find yourself immerse in the story.
The author has done really well with the growth shown by characters in fig times in their respective life. The story is fast paced and language is pretty lucid too. The cover is simple yet beautiful.
Sara; a young teenage girl with a hope in her eyes and love for books and literature. Karthik; a carefree and mature boy who believe in living the full to the fullest. The instant click between them, a pull which both of them can't deny so much that the age gap of five years didn't even had a space.
Story progresses with her heart shatter and met again at a point in life where things have changed or she have changed into someone unrecognisable.
"Are you happy"?
A simple enough questions bring back the fire in her which she thought had lost in getting herself back up after that heart break. Will this time things will changed? Will she find her happy ending? And will she be able find herself back and her passion back?
A complex love story with some many layers of love and heart break. It's beautiful penned down and you will find yourself immerse in the story.
The author has done really well with the growth shown by characters in fig times in their respective life. The story is fast paced and language is pretty lucid too. The cover is simple yet beautiful.
February 20, 2021
The book contains an amazing story. The plot of the story is intriguing and gripping. The story is all bout love. Author has written an amazing story that keeps the reader hooked.
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The main protagonist of the story are Rhea, Nidhi, Sara and Karthik. The story revolves around Sara and Karthik who are very different yet their paths cross in unexpected ways. They meet three times once in 2002, then in 2011, and lastly in 2018. Every time they meet they start off as uncomfortable strangers and end up getting romantically involved with each other before either one of them disappears without a trace. But destiny has something else in store. This is a story that portrays different shades of emotions associated with love. The ending is quite unexpected and it still makes my heart feel heavy.
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The characters are interwoven in a good manner. Writing is good and simple. The cover of the book is fantastic and the title justifies the content of spring.
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My thoughts :-
I really enjoyed reading this book.
The cover of the book goes so well with the story.
I definitely recommend this book to all the readers.
Happy Reading!
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Ratings:
Overall - 5/5
Title - 5/5
Cover - 5/5
Storytelling - 5/5
Language - 5/5
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The main protagonist of the story are Rhea, Nidhi, Sara and Karthik. The story revolves around Sara and Karthik who are very different yet their paths cross in unexpected ways. They meet three times once in 2002, then in 2011, and lastly in 2018. Every time they meet they start off as uncomfortable strangers and end up getting romantically involved with each other before either one of them disappears without a trace. But destiny has something else in store. This is a story that portrays different shades of emotions associated with love. The ending is quite unexpected and it still makes my heart feel heavy.
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The characters are interwoven in a good manner. Writing is good and simple. The cover of the book is fantastic and the title justifies the content of spring.
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My thoughts :-
I really enjoyed reading this book.
The cover of the book goes so well with the story.
I definitely recommend this book to all the readers.
Happy Reading!
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Ratings:
Overall - 5/5
Title - 5/5
Cover - 5/5
Storytelling - 5/5
Language - 5/5
January 7, 2021
A nice read
A book revolves around Karthik & Sara.
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Karthik is a charming hard working man & Sara is a confident girl who loves to live her life in her own means . Both of them met each other in a low phase of their lives respectively.
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Sara who is normally a very strong girl fall in love with him but couldn't able to express it because of the age gap.
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The story took a leap after that & they again met to each other after 9 years in Singapore.
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But again there is an twist take in their life and they got separated again.
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After that both og them finally met 7 years later.
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What happens this time to know about it grab it & read it.
👉 Beautiful cover elegantly designed.
👉A crispy storyline & a true journey of love.
👉 Writing style is emotional it's loving to read . It expresses the purest form of love in a heart touching manner.
👉 Language used in this book is something great pleasure to read. The emotion of love is hard to portray in words . But author did a wonderful job in this book by maintaining all the emotions feelings intact.
👉Great Narration with a well paced storyline
A book revolves around Karthik & Sara.
.
Karthik is a charming hard working man & Sara is a confident girl who loves to live her life in her own means . Both of them met each other in a low phase of their lives respectively.
.
Sara who is normally a very strong girl fall in love with him but couldn't able to express it because of the age gap.
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The story took a leap after that & they again met to each other after 9 years in Singapore.
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But again there is an twist take in their life and they got separated again.
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After that both og them finally met 7 years later.
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What happens this time to know about it grab it & read it.
👉 Beautiful cover elegantly designed.
👉A crispy storyline & a true journey of love.
👉 Writing style is emotional it's loving to read . It expresses the purest form of love in a heart touching manner.
👉 Language used in this book is something great pleasure to read. The emotion of love is hard to portray in words . But author did a wonderful job in this book by maintaining all the emotions feelings intact.
👉Great Narration with a well paced storyline
January 10, 2021
The story takes you to Summer, 2002 to witness a teenage romance. Where Sara spends her Summer at her aunt's place in Mumbai. Sipping hot chocolate while observing people at Rosewood cafe was becoming her favorite pastime. She meets Karthik there, and they used to talk about random things. They loved spending time with eachother and always looked forward to meet each other. They started liking each other but were not aware of their feelings. While Sara thought it's just a crush. But the summer break is over and It was time for Sara to leave Mumbai. She was gonna miss this place and most importantly Karthik. Years later they meet but things are not same as before. Karthik is now married to Nidhi but there is still a void. Deep down he still loves Sara. Read the book to know how this meeting affects Sara, Karthik and Nidhi. Will Karthik and Sara be together this time?
Usually I don't read love stories but this book had me hooked. It definitely was not cliche. A very practical and mature love story, i would say. It is written in a simple language and took me just a day to finish it. Do give it a try if you like reading romance.
Usually I don't read love stories but this book had me hooked. It definitely was not cliche. A very practical and mature love story, i would say. It is written in a simple language and took me just a day to finish it. Do give it a try if you like reading romance.
March 11, 2021
Book: In Search of Spring
Author: Shreya Shively
Genre: Romantic
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If we share the bond with one people we get connected even after not meeting regularly or no conversations. Bond remains same.
The protagonist Sara and Karthik, both are opposite in nature. Karthik is a charming boy who loves exploring and traveling just like a free bird. Whereas Sara, a conservative girl who stays deep into her books and writings. She wanted to become author but fate decided different for her.
The book portrayed 3 different timezone when she met Karthik.
It was year 2002 when she met him first time in summer yet separated unexpectedly.
Inorder to catch up, they met again in 2011, this was the best time when I found story on its peak.
Karthik was a successful pilot and Sara was in corporate, forgetting about her passion.
They fell in love for each other yet didn't commit for their love.
What has happened? Will Sara opt for passion above profession?
Why Karthik is not accepting their love?
What will happen in next meeting?
Grab now to unfold and explore more in this story. At some point you'll feel like author questions you at present and you get stuck thinking about your life.
Author: Shreya Shively
Genre: Romantic
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If we share the bond with one people we get connected even after not meeting regularly or no conversations. Bond remains same.
The protagonist Sara and Karthik, both are opposite in nature. Karthik is a charming boy who loves exploring and traveling just like a free bird. Whereas Sara, a conservative girl who stays deep into her books and writings. She wanted to become author but fate decided different for her.
The book portrayed 3 different timezone when she met Karthik.
It was year 2002 when she met him first time in summer yet separated unexpectedly.
Inorder to catch up, they met again in 2011, this was the best time when I found story on its peak.
Karthik was a successful pilot and Sara was in corporate, forgetting about her passion.
They fell in love for each other yet didn't commit for their love.
What has happened? Will Sara opt for passion above profession?
Why Karthik is not accepting their love?
What will happen in next meeting?
Grab now to unfold and explore more in this story. At some point you'll feel like author questions you at present and you get stuck thinking about your life.
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