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Tripping Abroad
Nothing in life comes easy. Well, except failure.
And in this respect, Daksh’s college life abroad is a breeze.
Whether he’s hauling an abandoned mattress across Melbourne, battling stubborn stains in the heat of a commercial kitchen, or orchestrating international wire transfers only to be able to afford lunch, Daksh is living out the opposite of whatever a university brochure promises.
So then, what is more fitting than a family whose expectations are terribly high?
From Daksh Tyagi, author of A Nation of Idiots, comes the hilarious Tripping Abroad. A comedy about the life of an international student who juggles work, relationships, some poverty, and daily wages. For him, formal education barely makes the syllabus.
And in this respect, Daksh’s college life abroad is a breeze.
Whether he’s hauling an abandoned mattress across Melbourne, battling stubborn stains in the heat of a commercial kitchen, or orchestrating international wire transfers only to be able to afford lunch, Daksh is living out the opposite of whatever a university brochure promises.
So then, what is more fitting than a family whose expectations are terribly high?
From Daksh Tyagi, author of A Nation of Idiots, comes the hilarious Tripping Abroad. A comedy about the life of an international student who juggles work, relationships, some poverty, and daily wages. For him, formal education barely makes the syllabus.
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200 pages, Paperback
Published February 22, 2022
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Daksh Tyagi
6 books48 followersDaksh Tyagi is the bestselling author of A Nation of Idiots, Tripping Abroad, A Nuclear Family, Signs of Life, Nonsense, and his upcoming book 'The Radicalist'. One of the most original voices to come out of India in recent times, Daksh’s readers know him for his hilariously dry social commentary, ruthless judgements, and an ability to fence with terribly tricky issues. He has a knack for breaking down complex cultural conundrums with what can only be described as a cool wit.
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October 29, 2024
• There is something that 𝐃𝐚𝐤𝐬𝐡 𝐓𝐲𝐚𝐠𝐢 has! I must tell you this. He's made something I never read. And something that I would really like to read again. And sure enough, I am referring to "𝐓𝐑𝐈𝐏𝐏𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐀𝐁𝐑𝐎𝐀𝐃" by 𝐃𝐚𝐤𝐬𝐡 𝐓𝐲𝐚𝐠𝐢. This book is 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐲 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝. For me. And for you, too. 🥂
• I was searching for something 𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 and 𝐡𝐮𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐬. Although I can not show you the entire story, I can show you my journey. The synopsis—have you read it? Still not? And why? That is the beginning of my feelings. 🌻
“𝐋𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐧 𝐬𝐨𝐧", 𝐅𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐬𝐚𝐢𝐝. “𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮'𝐯𝐞 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬?”
“𝐒𝐨𝐦𝐞, 𝐈 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞, 𝐲𝐞𝐬”
"𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐥, 𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐦,”
• Really, who says that? I am not sure, but this makes me 𝐜𝐡𝐮𝐜𝐤𝐥𝐞. I traveled overseas with Daksh. I was grinning widely. From 𝐀𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐭𝐨 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐚, he helps me comprehend what flawless writing can be. A feeling of calmness, perhaps! 🥀
“𝐌𝐲 𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐡𝐚𝐝 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐲 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦, 𝐰𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐡 𝐝𝐢𝐝 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐈 𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐲𝐞𝐭 𝐬𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐮𝐬𝐞.”
• What am I supposed to say after this? The reader wants to see the way of life in 𝐀𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐚 with its humor and amusing circumstances! His subsequent writings captivated me! There is more to consider on each of the subsequent pages.🍂
• There is both 𝐧𝐨𝐧-𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 and 𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 in this book. The author's own experiences are literally reflected in the book. Even when you are feeling down, the book can make you laugh. It does not bother you to tell you his story because of the 𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 and 𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞. The light novel "𝐓𝐑𝐈𝐏𝐏𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐀𝐁𝐑𝐎𝐀𝐃" is a must-read for anyone who wishes to appreciate the passage of time.🦋
• I was searching for something 𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 and 𝐡𝐮𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐬. Although I can not show you the entire story, I can show you my journey. The synopsis—have you read it? Still not? And why? That is the beginning of my feelings. 🌻
“𝐋𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐧 𝐬𝐨𝐧", 𝐅𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐬𝐚𝐢𝐝. “𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮'𝐯𝐞 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬?”
“𝐒𝐨𝐦𝐞, 𝐈 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞, 𝐲𝐞𝐬”
"𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐥, 𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐦,”
• Really, who says that? I am not sure, but this makes me 𝐜𝐡𝐮𝐜𝐤𝐥𝐞. I traveled overseas with Daksh. I was grinning widely. From 𝐀𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐭𝐨 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐚, he helps me comprehend what flawless writing can be. A feeling of calmness, perhaps! 🥀
“𝐌𝐲 𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐡𝐚𝐝 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐲 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦, 𝐰𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐡 𝐝𝐢𝐝 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐈 𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐲𝐞𝐭 𝐬𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐮𝐬𝐞.”
• What am I supposed to say after this? The reader wants to see the way of life in 𝐀𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐚 with its humor and amusing circumstances! His subsequent writings captivated me! There is more to consider on each of the subsequent pages.🍂
• There is both 𝐧𝐨𝐧-𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 and 𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 in this book. The author's own experiences are literally reflected in the book. Even when you are feeling down, the book can make you laugh. It does not bother you to tell you his story because of the 𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 and 𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞. The light novel "𝐓𝐑𝐈𝐏𝐏𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐀𝐁𝐑𝐎𝐀𝐃" is a must-read for anyone who wishes to appreciate the passage of time.🦋
March 2, 2022
Having been a part of a procession (a 52 seater bus) that led to dropping my friend from Baroda at Ahmedabad airport, just because he was leaving the country. This trip by Daksh Tyagi, seems very much a part of my life episode. (kya hua, if I have not stepped out to even Nepal !) Talking about his journey from a typical Indian city to kangaroo land, Tripping Abroad efficiently ticks the checkboxes to make you smirk, smile, laugh, and ponder upon. Don't know how much of this is biographical and how much is fiction, but the feeling is right in the place. You can feel the anguish of the student as well as he makes you laugh even in his misery. Writing is pacey, thankfully no alien words (this, coming from a person who studied 'creative writing' in Auz, now I am feeling like his father-eager to pass a comment *wink*). Something (if I can sit that long) that can be read at a stretch. However, there are places where things go back and forth in time, that could have been done more smoothly, the transition is bumpy at such places. But overall, it is a light, enjoyable affair.
October 4, 2024
"Tripping Abroad" by Daksh Tyagi is a refreshingly hilarious yet candid dive into the chaos of being an international student. From the first page, you're pulled into Daksh's unpredictable life in Melbourne, where financial pressures, cultural shocks, and academic hurdles come together in a whirlwind of experiences.
Like his debut, "A Nation of Idiots", this book is infused with humor, but what makes "Tripping Abroad" special is the way Daksh uses wit to mask the underlying struggles that many students face while studying abroad. Whether it’s his part-time jobs, interactions with fellow students, or dealing with everyday life in Australia, the book captures these moments in a way that’s both laugh-out-loud funny and deeply relatable.
Daksh's ability to turn ordinary challenges into comedic anecdotes is what makes this book stand out. His transition between life in India and the hurdles of his new life in Australia is marked by humor, but there’s also a subtle reflection on the hardships faced by international students. It’s the perfect mix of comedy and reality.
While some of the transitions between his past and present could have been a bit smoother, the overall experience is nothing short of entertaining. Whether you're laughing at his struggles or empathizing with his journey, it’s hard to put the book down.
If you’re looking for something light, fun, and packed with sharp humor, "Tripping Abroad" is the perfect pick. And if you enjoyed "A Nation of Idiots", this one will undoubtedly leave you wanting more from Daksh Tyagi. A must-read for anyone who's ever faced the ups and downs of student life abroad, or just needs a good laugh at someone else’s misadventures!
Like his debut, "A Nation of Idiots", this book is infused with humor, but what makes "Tripping Abroad" special is the way Daksh uses wit to mask the underlying struggles that many students face while studying abroad. Whether it’s his part-time jobs, interactions with fellow students, or dealing with everyday life in Australia, the book captures these moments in a way that’s both laugh-out-loud funny and deeply relatable.
Daksh's ability to turn ordinary challenges into comedic anecdotes is what makes this book stand out. His transition between life in India and the hurdles of his new life in Australia is marked by humor, but there’s also a subtle reflection on the hardships faced by international students. It’s the perfect mix of comedy and reality.
While some of the transitions between his past and present could have been a bit smoother, the overall experience is nothing short of entertaining. Whether you're laughing at his struggles or empathizing with his journey, it’s hard to put the book down.
If you’re looking for something light, fun, and packed with sharp humor, "Tripping Abroad" is the perfect pick. And if you enjoyed "A Nation of Idiots", this one will undoubtedly leave you wanting more from Daksh Tyagi. A must-read for anyone who's ever faced the ups and downs of student life abroad, or just needs a good laugh at someone else’s misadventures!
April 5, 2022
Through a very refreshing and stomach hurting (probably because of the laughter) perspective, Tyagi tells us how it is the commandeer the streets of Melbourne while a lot of pressure, financial and existential, rides his back like an invisible phantom that constantly reminds him of his problems.
With Daksh's first book, A Nation of Idiots, I learned (in between chuckles and snorts) things beyond the usual, the things people don't want you to see. It helped me see what people don't want you to see.
Tripping Abroad helped me see the pain behind the joy that the book projects.
Daksh is a master writer when it comes to expressing mundane, painful, or even unbelievable circumstances with the right type of humor that changes the way you see the world.
Occasionally, the sarcasm disguises the claws that pierce deep into the storyteller's flesh. Pain and suffering are secondary protagonists who peep up often as best friends whose only role is to offer comic relief.
The author went to Australia to study, hoping the country would suffer his presence but instead he had to suffer the country instead.
If you’re an Indian wishing to relocate to Australia, read this book. It might encourage you, or it might dissuade you but importantly, it might motivate you to write your experiences and give us another chance to laugh at your expense.
One thing I didn't like about the book was its abrupt ending, or at least, the fact that it wasn't as clean as I would have liked.
Nonetheless, it makes the perfect read for a, ‘I wanna laugh at someone’s life other than my own’ kinda day!
You will trip on this fraaaands!
Also, did I tell you how funny this book was? No?
With Daksh's first book, A Nation of Idiots, I learned (in between chuckles and snorts) things beyond the usual, the things people don't want you to see. It helped me see what people don't want you to see.
Tripping Abroad helped me see the pain behind the joy that the book projects.
Daksh is a master writer when it comes to expressing mundane, painful, or even unbelievable circumstances with the right type of humor that changes the way you see the world.
Occasionally, the sarcasm disguises the claws that pierce deep into the storyteller's flesh. Pain and suffering are secondary protagonists who peep up often as best friends whose only role is to offer comic relief.
The author went to Australia to study, hoping the country would suffer his presence but instead he had to suffer the country instead.
If you’re an Indian wishing to relocate to Australia, read this book. It might encourage you, or it might dissuade you but importantly, it might motivate you to write your experiences and give us another chance to laugh at your expense.
One thing I didn't like about the book was its abrupt ending, or at least, the fact that it wasn't as clean as I would have liked.
Nonetheless, it makes the perfect read for a, ‘I wanna laugh at someone’s life other than my own’ kinda day!
You will trip on this fraaaands!
Also, did I tell you how funny this book was? No?
July 2, 2022
Tripping Abroad is a story about an Indian middle-class boy who just completed his schooling and he is clueless about his future, his higher education, or even what he wants to do in life for that matter. On a whim he decides to study abroad. Thus starts an adventure of self-discovery that is full of fun, emotional highs and lows, and new perspectives of looking at things in our lives.
Daksh Tyagi's first book that I read two years ago was a non-fiction - a collection of essays that deals with socio-psychological issues of Indian society. It is one of my favourites, and I also consider it to be an essential read for every reader, which is why I still occasionally find myself recommending it to people. So when I came to know that he has come up with a second book I was elated and curious, but also kinda skeptical. Because this time his book is of a different genre. Fiction.
I waded into it keeping my expectations neutral. However, now that I have finished reading it, I can say that it serves the best social commentary on the intricacies of life and struggles of a desi gone abroad.
The characters are strong, and the humour is something that I was not expecting to be so good. These are the two things that kept me hooked and wanting for more till the end. Daksh has created a story brimming with humour of all kinds - from one liners to situational, from dark humour to witty, it has everything. It is a fast paced, breezy read that you can finish in no time. Recommending it to readers who are looking for a light read and good laugh.
Daksh Tyagi's first book that I read two years ago was a non-fiction - a collection of essays that deals with socio-psychological issues of Indian society. It is one of my favourites, and I also consider it to be an essential read for every reader, which is why I still occasionally find myself recommending it to people. So when I came to know that he has come up with a second book I was elated and curious, but also kinda skeptical. Because this time his book is of a different genre. Fiction.
I waded into it keeping my expectations neutral. However, now that I have finished reading it, I can say that it serves the best social commentary on the intricacies of life and struggles of a desi gone abroad.
The characters are strong, and the humour is something that I was not expecting to be so good. These are the two things that kept me hooked and wanting for more till the end. Daksh has created a story brimming with humour of all kinds - from one liners to situational, from dark humour to witty, it has everything. It is a fast paced, breezy read that you can finish in no time. Recommending it to readers who are looking for a light read and good laugh.
May 21, 2022
Trick or treat? Everything will work just fine as long as you enjoy the journey while you’re at it is the message that this book aims to deliver. The most fantasizing Melbourne could be both bliss or bane for an international student who partakes in part-time jobs and runs into occasional dollar bumps despite the University struggle.
With the Social construction, Inconsistent/unstable relationships, and all, The protagonist can not expect the student years to be reassuring and balancing. Whether he makes up to Aussie life or how well the protagonist carries it on is the badge of honour that everyone has got to wear.
Daksh’s candour and witty writing is something that you can not afford to miss, as it is most likely not about cultivating or infusing some mumbo jumbo idea into your mind. Instead, it confronts the repetitive patterns that the world persuades you to choose from one of many things that it decides to present to you.
A Nation of Idiots is my all-time favourite read because it opened up a window to see some perspective from the sarcasm side without sulking much or rolling your eyes out about the state-of-art condition of our nation.
On the contrary, tripping abroad blurs the lines between monotony and routine, and we can’t help but notice the beauty of paraphrasing while underscoring the notion of his life. The first thing I noticed is the art of writing simple annoying things tentatively and tenderly.
This book is both observant and engaging. Oddly in 200 pages, Daksh says all the right things through the situations he grappled with (and I was second-guessing it as the pages progressed) and more about how it finds you, a worthwhile reader companion.
Tripping abroad, undoubtedly, will make you laugh out loud at things as the life stages spin. I can’t explain the strange comfort it offers. Perhaps the craft of writing down the desperate and unhinged thoughts clicked it well.
Final note? Another brilliant concoction of everyday life experience from a creative writer!
With the Social construction, Inconsistent/unstable relationships, and all, The protagonist can not expect the student years to be reassuring and balancing. Whether he makes up to Aussie life or how well the protagonist carries it on is the badge of honour that everyone has got to wear.
Daksh’s candour and witty writing is something that you can not afford to miss, as it is most likely not about cultivating or infusing some mumbo jumbo idea into your mind. Instead, it confronts the repetitive patterns that the world persuades you to choose from one of many things that it decides to present to you.
A Nation of Idiots is my all-time favourite read because it opened up a window to see some perspective from the sarcasm side without sulking much or rolling your eyes out about the state-of-art condition of our nation.
On the contrary, tripping abroad blurs the lines between monotony and routine, and we can’t help but notice the beauty of paraphrasing while underscoring the notion of his life. The first thing I noticed is the art of writing simple annoying things tentatively and tenderly.
This book is both observant and engaging. Oddly in 200 pages, Daksh says all the right things through the situations he grappled with (and I was second-guessing it as the pages progressed) and more about how it finds you, a worthwhile reader companion.
Tripping abroad, undoubtedly, will make you laugh out loud at things as the life stages spin. I can’t explain the strange comfort it offers. Perhaps the craft of writing down the desperate and unhinged thoughts clicked it well.
Final note? Another brilliant concoction of everyday life experience from a creative writer!
June 20, 2025
Tripping Abroad by Daksh Tyagi is a another novel which stands on the pyramid of excellent humour of being an International Student. From the very initial pages one will find life in Melbourne of an International student .
There are various problems and among them Cultural diffrence, financial pressure and language barrier are most important. This book is extremely appropriate for students who are studying in abroad or planning for abroad education.
The author captures all and every moment in a deep observation. Some of the students are doing part time jobs, some are studying and some are dealing with the everyday life of Australia.
The writing style is filled with humour and magic of reality. Sharp wit and written in extremely funny way.
There are various problems and among them Cultural diffrence, financial pressure and language barrier are most important. This book is extremely appropriate for students who are studying in abroad or planning for abroad education.
The author captures all and every moment in a deep observation. Some of the students are doing part time jobs, some are studying and some are dealing with the everyday life of Australia.
The writing style is filled with humour and magic of reality. Sharp wit and written in extremely funny way.
November 10, 2024
Tripping Abroad by Daksh Tyagi is a humorous exploration of the life of an international student. In this narrative, he shares experiences and the myriad challenges he faces while navigating a new culture, educational system, and social landscape. His relatable anecdotes highlight the trials of adapting to unfamiliar surroundings, such as language barriers, cultural misunderstandings, and the occasional mix-up with local customs. The way he infuses humour into these situations makes the book enjoyable. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the international student experiences.
April 6, 2022
Daksh is an amazing story teller, tripping abroad consists of Daksh's experience when he went to study abroad. The stories are hilarious, relatable and filled with tons of emotions. (Original jokes ✅)
Don't expect it to be anything like nation of idiots, these two books are different side of same coin, while nation of idiots is an eye opener, this is an emotional expression done with humour. Going in too much detail will take away its emotional essence, purchase it and enjoy it.
Don't expect it to be anything like nation of idiots, these two books are different side of same coin, while nation of idiots is an eye opener, this is an emotional expression done with humour. Going in too much detail will take away its emotional essence, purchase it and enjoy it.
February 21, 2025
Tripping Abroad is about an Indian student’s life abroad. I like the author’s narration style. It is simple and the whole book can be finished in one sitting. Although the whole book is about desi struggles, it is really funny. Just before reading this book, I binge watched @jestsaikiran videos. As a side effect, I read the book in his tone and that made the book even more funnier. Also, this book has love, struggles, choices and craziness.
March 25, 2025
A humorous recount of life as a student abroad, battling with financial issues, adjusting to the new culture and trying in vain to live a life they dreamt about.
99% of the book is laugh-out-loud humor and then you get blasted by the feels.
A rollercoaster.
And the funniest or saddest part of it all (depends on how you view it), his academics are at the bottom of his list of priorities, as he battles it out abroad.
99% of the book is laugh-out-loud humor and then you get blasted by the feels.
A rollercoaster.
And the funniest or saddest part of it all (depends on how you view it), his academics are at the bottom of his list of priorities, as he battles it out abroad.
February 3, 2024
I love Daksh Tyagi’s books , he stirs the basic things comically and here in this book the way he and his father converse was exceptionally funny! He highlights the struggle of middle class people going abroad and how everything is not as rosy as we think , overall I loved the book for its funny and realistic approach to the issues faced by people tripping abroad.
September 20, 2024
Quirky writing style, a fun read. It's a memoir, but more than the story itself it delves on the philosophy and thoughts behind the events.
May 7, 2022
Tripping abroad by Daksh Tyagi is one of the best books I’ve read in recent times . Trust me when I say this, you will have a lot of laugh out loud moments with this book . Literally yes.
The book is a hilarious take on Daksh’s life as an student abroad . We follow him from the day he travels and we go back and forth in time to his life is India and present day in Australia. How much of what is written is true and how much isn’t is not something that’s clear though the book reads like a semi-autobiography. My only complaint with this book is that those transitions were not so smooth and seamless . However that is something that can be ignored because the book in itself is such a page turner and the author has a brilliant sense of humour ! I’d surely pick up any book he writes in the future and I’ve already added his first book ‘A nation of Idiots’ to my TBR .
This book was such an entertainer and it had me laughing so much . It also really hit close to home and I am so glad I picked this one up .
Sometimes amidst your fat , complex or depressing books, books like these come in like a breath of fresh air.
Thank you for the review copy in exchange for an honest review
The book is a hilarious take on Daksh’s life as an student abroad . We follow him from the day he travels and we go back and forth in time to his life is India and present day in Australia. How much of what is written is true and how much isn’t is not something that’s clear though the book reads like a semi-autobiography. My only complaint with this book is that those transitions were not so smooth and seamless . However that is something that can be ignored because the book in itself is such a page turner and the author has a brilliant sense of humour ! I’d surely pick up any book he writes in the future and I’ve already added his first book ‘A nation of Idiots’ to my TBR .
This book was such an entertainer and it had me laughing so much . It also really hit close to home and I am so glad I picked this one up .
Sometimes amidst your fat , complex or depressing books, books like these come in like a breath of fresh air.
Thank you for the review copy in exchange for an honest review
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