When I Am with You

by Durjoy Datta

You can plan everything, but you can't plan with whom and when you'll fall in love, isn't it?
Aishwarya, at twenty-eight years, would rather be a single mother than trust the 'normal' family structure. In her new start-up, she wants to revolutionize childcare for young woman professionals-this is her ultimate goal. Plus, she's in a hurry to do it all. On her mind is the ambitious and good-looking Akshay, perfect genetic material, but he's not ready to be part of her plans. Yet.
In comes Dhiren, who has made and lost his money in cryptocurrency. He takes up the first floor of Aishwarya's nursery building and, by a queer coincidence, begins to work for her. Her friends Smriti and Vinny, as protective as mother hens, warn her against Dhiren. There is something that he's hiding along with his friend Neeraj-they just don't know what.
Things begin to take shape but really, it's just the beginning of a disaster. The only thing that can save them is what they don't want-love.
Crazy, quirky and so utterly romantic, this book is the ultimate relationship roller coaster!

Genres: Fiction, Romance

288 pages, Paperback

Published October 15, 2022

Reviews

[Bishakha Koirala · Rating 3 out of 5]

I would say I give this book a 3.5. Like I have said before for other reviews, Durjoy Dutta’s book are made for big screens probably and are to those girls who are right now at high school.

[Simarpreet Singh · Rating 5 out of 5]

When I’m With You was an emotional rollercoaster. Durjoy Datta has this knack for creating characters who are flawed, messy, and very human, and that’s what makes the story so relatable. I found myself connecting with their struggles — whether it was love, heartbreak, or just trying to figure out who they are. Some parts felt a little dramatic, but that’s also what kept me turning the pages.

What stood out for me was the writing style. It’s simple, but the emotions come through strongly. There were a few lines that really stayed with me, the kind you want to highlight and come back to later. I also liked how the book wasn’t just about romance — it had layers of friendship, pain, and self-discovery woven in.

Overall, it was a heartfelt and engaging read. Not perfect — a few parts dragged — but it left me thinking about the characters even after I finished. That, for me, is what makes a story work. When I’m With You isn’t just another love story, it’s about people trying, failing, and still finding a way to keep going.

[Suzen · Rating 2 out of 5]

This is the 1st fictional book which I don't like much. No offense for the characters or the author but personally in some parts I found some characters behaviour a little bit toxic.
Like how Aishwarya's friends always tell her what to do and literally make her DO IT!
I mean is this what the author thinks that the girls manipulate each other. I mean some might!
And at first I really liked aishwarya but later on after the collapse i really didn't like the way she behaved...and behaviour as in I mean she CHEATED ON AKSHAY. I agree that she had a huge loss but it never makes a women go so crazy. personally I'm feeling a little bad for akshay but the ending is fine.
Again no personal grudges or offense to the author or anyone, just my opinion.
I think it also happened because I read romance after a very long time.
Maybe I can try a few more books from this author and give it a try, what do you guys think?

[Through The Book]

Sometimes you don’t choose where life takes you — destiny does. And all you can do is go along with it.
That’s exactly what When I Am With You by Durjoy Datta captures — a story where two strangers cross paths, begin talking, get to know each other, and slowly fall in love… all by chance, or perhaps fate.
At the heart of the story is Aishwarya, a young, independent woman, and Dhiren, a quiet, mysterious crypto expert. Both are battling personal demons and dealing with tough phases in life. Just when their bond starts to grow, life begins to pull them apart.
A tragic accident changes everything -
How far can love go when tested by truth, trauma, and time?
To know how their story turns out, read the full review on my blog:
🔗 https://throughthebooksss.blogspot.co...

[Janavi Chadha · Rating 5 out of 5]

Yes I did love the story (I always love @durjoydatta books tho ❤️), but haa I'm thoda disappointed by the end of it.

I'm happy that at the end Dhiren and Aishwarya and back together 🥰🥰 ,but it left me with a few doubts?? 🤔🤔

How will Smriti and Vinny react to it? What about Akshay?? She was going to the US with him for a new life, a new start. Aab kya?? How is she going to break this news to them and how will she convince them that all this is what she wanted. That she wanted DHIREN from their first meet.

I'm curious to know what's going to happen next if there's any other part of it.

[Ananya Gain · Rating 4 out of 5]

It was a light romance read, definitely gave a lot of butterflies while reading. Absolutely loved the initial chapters 🤌.
As i was reading the last few lines of the book, "Bakhuda tumhi ho" started playing in my head.🫠

[Izzie ♡ · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved how mysterious dhiren was in the beginning and I how the story progressed with them growing closer then the major shock then the accident and how they grew closer then apart then finally together
I really like how the end was and it was really enjoyable!!
Loved it!

[Anamika Mandal · Rating 4 out of 5]

Loved this book ✨✨✨

[daylight · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another Durjoy Datta romance. Perfect in every sense. I love the scenes between Aishwarya and Dhiren. The brewing of romance gave me goosebumps—overall a light, very romantic read.

[Mehwash · Rating 1 out of 5]

so all along she just wanted to be pregnant????

[Shaunit Nishant · Rating 4 out of 5]

That moment when Aishwarya quote to Dhiren about Men existence is most thrilling part of the book 📖

[Nita · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 stars

[Dip]

may god bless all of you blissful state

[Jeslin Santhosh · Rating 4 out of 5]

I mean I honestly liked it. The story and the goal of Disha. It was good. Maybe little ups and downs but you will like it.

[avgvst · Rating 1 out of 5]

cringe, boring writing (it's so bad i cried bro) overrated asf!!! need to read rabi thakur now -_-