Bitter Half: Book Two

by Ehsaan Nashad

‘If we were a bit more tolerant of each other’s weaknesses, we’d be less alone’
‘Wanting part of her and not all of her, was hurting us both’
‘When you have too much time to think, you think too much’
‘I wish I could be half the man that she was for a woman’
‘Hating her was worse than the total agony of being in love with her’

98 pages, Hardcover

Published February 9, 2022

About the author

Ehsaan Nashad is a Canadian author of Indian Origin and is the author of critically acclaimed romantic-tragedy novel ‘True, Lies and Hump’ (2011), National bestselling author of ‘In Search of Love’ (2014), award winning Anthology of poetry ‘PLS: Poems, Love Letters and Songs’ (2015), Sahib Parables of a Companion (2018), Bitter Half Trilogy (2020) and contributing writer to National Library of Canada.
You can visit www.ehsaannashad.com to get more details.

Reviews

[Vikas · Rating 5 out of 5]

The book is so frictional and The hype around this book has been unquestionable and, admittedly, that made me both eager to get my hands on it and terrified to read it.
I mean, what if i used to be to be the one person who didn’t like it the maximum amount as others? The book 'Bitter Half' written by Ehsaan Nasad
However, with the relevancy of its summary in regards in it made me to to start reading I Do not even read books often but this one was a must-read,
Because of the content that present in the book made me to read it compeletly
so I was ready to set and dive into it . That said, I had an altogether more personal, ulterior motive for eager to read this book
in this review am not reveling the content this is one,That one must read among all
No i personally recomend this book to my friends and family too... I decided to get this book for a read after seeing a post on it on social media. It certainly is different from the genre I generally read but the title attracted me. My verdict, some of the exchanges between characters, narrator are for a mature audience and few scenes, language can startle you if unprepared like I was. That apart, it does leave you curious to know what happens next which is a good thing and what a good story should be all about. Life is indeed complicated and relationships top the list of complexity, and the author has done a decent job of portraying this delicate instrument, through this work. Highlights would be the last few scenes (delivery)which are very real, mostly moments of honesty and confusion when things change for the better between a couple with new additions to their family.
Definitely a different read. Good Luck to the author on this and for future works.

[AKHIL · Rating 4 out of 5]

Bitter Half Book two is clearly an ideal devour for Bitter Half Book One. This book states that nothing can fulfil the requirements and expectations of a person's being. Everytime once you get something, you expect for more. These expectations of are the most important causes of heart-breaks.
Ehsaan Nashad beautifully covers the issues faced by every couple lately . Also he tried to unravel problems by making us understand our partner. Ehsaan Nashad via this book teaches us how everything are often conquered with our partner's company. He also adds that patience and Understanding is that the most vital thing in relationship. I would suggest every couple to read this book once. this may assist you to be a far better "Better Half". rather than becoming a rude partner be the supporting one. Because if there are misunderstanding quite love, "Ultimately, you only suffer the maximum amount ."- Ehsaan Nashad. If you would like to be a supporting wife and dampen your misunderstandings, must undergo this.

[Sri Vastav · Rating 5 out of 5]

I decided to get this book for a read after seeing a post on it on social media. It certainly is different from the genre I generally read but the title attracted me. My verdict, some of the exchanges between characters, narrator are for a mature audience and few scenes, language can startle you if unprepared like I was. That apart, it does leave you curious to know what happens next which is a good thing and what a good story should be all about. Life is indeed complicated and relationships top the list of complexity, and the author has done a decent job of portraying this delicate instrument, through this work. Highlights would be the last few scenes (delivery)which are very real, mostly moments of honesty and confusion when things change for the better between a couple with new additions to their family.
Definitely a different read. Good Luck to the author on this and for future works.

[Abhishek · Rating 5 out of 5]

I decided to get this book for a read after seeing a post on it on social media. It certainly is different from the genre I generally read but the title attracted me. My verdict, some of the exchanges between characters, narrator are for a mature audience and few scenes, language can startle you if unprepared like I was. That apart, it does leave you curious to know what happens next which is a good thing and what a good story should be all about. Life is indeed complicated and relationships top the list of complexity, and the author has done a decent job of portraying this delicate instrument, through this work. Highlights would be the last few scenes (delivery)which are very real, mostly moments of honesty and confusion when things change for the better between a couple with new additions to their family.
Definitely a different read. Good Luck to the author on this and for future works.

[Ashwin · Rating 5 out of 5]

The book 'Bitter Half' : Book Two written by Ehsaan Nashad, clearly pictures the essence of relationship during this book. this is often often a very nice read - I do not mean that in any patronizing, sarcastic or condensing way the plot of the story is essentially interesting that it kept me way too connected thereto because it made me continuously read ahead to know what's going to happen. The story is about youth related presently in dilemma and are distressed in their teen going life. ex are some things that's adorned by everyone. I personally think that people go nuts and doesn't really feel what is wrong and what's right for them. The story is actually about the theme 'LOVE' which I feel everyone out here may have once ever fell in true love and if you wanna experience that so go and skim this and skim out all those life challenges everyone face in their life.

[Suhas · Rating 5 out of 5]

It certainly is different from the genre I generally read but the title attracted me. My verdict, some of the exchanges between characters, narrator are for a mature audience and few scenes, language can startle you if unprepared like I was. That apart, it does leave you curious to know what happens next which is a good thing and what a good story should be all about. Life is indeed complicated and relationships top the list of complexity, and the author has done a decent job of portraying this delicate instrument, through this work. Highlights would be the last few scenes (delivery)which are very real, mostly moments of honesty and confusion when things change for the better between a couple with new additions to their family.
Definitely a different read. Good Luck to the author on this and for future works.

[Harish06 · Rating 5 out of 5]

The second part if this series is so awaited. many of us may have our loved ones in our life, some may not but most does.
This book, the part2, It teaches us how its important it is to make our loved fear and the person who is near granted at any cost. It help us of patience and foregoing of the remain a healthy relationship .
This also includes that our life that we lost .we are living because of the people around us who make it to encourage us. what makes a person weaken but if you try to look on the both sides, there's a guy who's trying to help the best way posssible in the life. I suggest all the teenagers to get this book. This help them much in there day to day life.

[Rishith · Rating 5 out of 5]

The theme of the story is so good. It teaches us to be a little more patient,a little more tolerant and open minded towards others. The author also tells us that it's never too late when it comes to true love. It's never too late for forgiveness,it's never too late for a fresh start. Ignorance,anger,agony,ego all these negative emotions often overpower us and make us too blind to see anything else. But if we can let go of these emotions and just try to understand the perspective of the people we love then everything can get better maybe not instantly but gradually. To get a better understanding of healthy relationships,you have to read this amazing book.

[Lasya · Rating 4 out of 5]

The second part of the book 'Bitter Half' is solely made to save many modern-day relationship and teach people how to be more considerate when it comes to being with another human being. It teaches us to be more patient and more empathetic towards our partner and understand what they want from us. The tolerance which is lost in people these days has kind of a lot to do with sustaining relationships. Misunderstandings are definite to happen but the two people involved must be willing to provide an open-ear to each other. The book definitely has a lot more to offer to anyone who is in any relationship or is looking for someone.

[Harish · Rating 5 out of 5]

The second part of the book of Bitter Half is a mirror of marital life and it has ardently followed the writing style of the part 1. This book, for me, was filled of emotions that coloured the life of a couple and how their relation goes an evolution, from an partner to a loved struck one. the truth to say that the husband loved his wife, Prerna, from the starting but, when a rift occurs in their married journey, seedlings of hatred. Yet accepts one as they are is what helps them to embrace his beloved.

[Vikasini · Rating 5 out of 5]

"Bitter half-book one" has been a great reading for me and so was the "Bitter half-book two". I love the way the writer takes out common problems and discusses about them. Sometimes when we are confused, we search someone with whom we can share our feelings. Someone to guide us to the right track. This book could help couples who face problems in their relationship. Relationship problems has become more common these days. This books guides the person to maintain certainty at something they do. One should have trust on each other. Also, personal space and sparing time are the main highlights of this book. Common relationships problems arise when they fail guidance. So, this book guides the way to come out of those problems.

[Sai Krishna · Rating 5 out of 5]

The book is wonderful and the story is overwhelming.I would like to say that both part 1 and part 2 of Bitter Half by #ehsaannashad are wonderful. One should read these books.And specially who are facing some kinda problems in their relationships must go through this book. Part 2 provided us with many aspects of marital life. One must be patient enough to hear and understand every obstacles in their relationship and try to solve every issue with patience and with respect. This book is just mind-blowing 🔥.Every teenager or couple must read this book.

[Ramana Reddy · Rating 5 out of 5]

The tale taught me multiple means by which a couple can look beyond one's ego and rage for each other's happiness, how two beings adjust and compromise for their togetherness. I just loved the way this book preaches language of love which is the means of conversation between two souls who love each other, Nasahad's magical ink is indelible. The author skillfully offers a keen insight into the subconscious mind of its characters which guides thier actions aswell as the plot of the novel. This stream of unconsciousness was a treat for a literary person like me.
It's a must read for ever couple.

[Goyal · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bitter Half Book Two is all about accepting the issues that we've in ourselves. Following the writing pattern of Book 1, the author Ehsaan Nashad brings out amazingly our humanly emotions at the very beginning. Ehsaan Nashad covers the issues faced by every couple . Also he tried to unravel problems by making us understand our partner. Ehsaan Nashad via this book teaches us how everything are often conquered with our partner's company. He also adds that patience and Understanding is that the most vital thing in relationship.

[DT · Rating 5 out of 5]

Through this book, Ehsaan Nashad has beautifully tried to depict and portray the problems faced by nearly every relationship. It also brings into light how we can learn so much from our elders and how having someone mediate the opinions of both the partners can help bring a fresh perspective. It also stresses upon the bond shared by a son and a mother and the understanding that persists. I loved the way the mother here, tries her best to keep the calm and help her children find light amidst darkness.

[Rahul · Rating 5 out of 5]

I would really take a moment to appreciate the author on his description of the unbearable amount of pain that every woman goes through while giving birth to a baby and if only we witness it ourselves, we would eventually look at every mother out there with so much respect and chivalry. As a man, it teaches you a lot on how wearing the pants in the relationship is not so much about ego and pride and that we all need to be more loving, understanding and calm for our relationships to be healthy. Anger and ego is never a good combination.

[Digvijay · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you want to be a better person, you must go for this book. Bitter Half is again an absolutely enticing combination of emotions experienced by a person who is trying really hard to make his relationship work and ends on the note that nothing is impossible if you have the right intentions and show a little love to your better half, things can really be the way you want with time. The book surprisingly teaches you forgiveness towards yourself because it is you who is hurting yourself and no one else.

[Vignesh · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is more of a love hate story where the protagonist is deeply in love with the female lead but also has extreme hatred for her given her past adventures. It only teaches you to let bygones be bygones to move forward in life and not stressing upon the past so much since it does good to no one leaving you only more miserable. we must accept our relationships as flawed as they are and learn to love our partners for what they are in the present. I'd recommend everyone to read this book especially couples.

[Mahindra · Rating 5 out of 5]

THANKYOU EHSAAN FOR THIS BEAUTIFUL BOOK
"When you have too much time to think, you think too much" - Ehsaan Nashad
This phrase from the book rescued me to survive this chaotic covid19 pandemic. Being isolated socially push us into a more depressing world and my over thinking after heartbreak was driving me insane when my father got me a kindle subscription and this was the first book I laid my hand on. Trust me this book taught me the lesson of life.

[Ayush · Rating 5 out of 5]

The author Ehsaan Nashad ardently follows the same writing pattern as followed in the 1st part of the book Bitter Half . He has tried to bring out the mirror reflection of a marital life.It is his forte to emotionally connect with the readers at different levels . The novel depicts the life of a married couple ,protagonist and his wife Prerna ,and how their relation undergoes an evolution with time .

[Aradhya · Rating 5 out of 5]

Part 2 of the book Bitter Half by the author Ehsaan Nashad is an exquisite read and probably brings out the best message ,i.e ,‘it is never too late for anything’ . The book teaches us the importance that patience holds in a marital relationship . It also brings out the very fact that accepting someone completely despite of the various flaws that the person has can solve most of the problems and misunderstandings that one faces in life .

[Shruti · Rating 5 out of 5]

After reading the part 1 of the novel Bitter Half I was quite curious as to what the next part had to offer . The author has painted the fact that all of us are flawed to some or the other extent and those very flaws and imperfections make us what we are in life . The book describes that negative emotions such as ego , anger , ignorance often over shadow and over power us and we human beings aren’t able to see the beauty that life offers to us . Must read .

[Muskan Agarwal · Rating 5 out of 5]

This books teaches us many real life lessons one of which includes how should a person deal a marital relationship , one should be prepared to witness the clouded as well as the sunny side of a relationship . The book teaches us that one should be a bit more tolerant , patient and open minded to deal with others and accept them the way they are including all theirs flaws . In order to have a better understanding of what a healthy relationship is , one should read this book.

[Arshiya · Rating 5 out of 5]

The book Bitter Half part 2 by Ehsaan Nashad beautifully covers the problems that are generally faced by every couple these days , through the protagonist and his wife Prerna . The book tries to bring out the fact that it is easier to conquer all the difficulties and hardships in life if we have our partner’s company alongside . He also adds that it is patience and understanding that is the most important thing in a relationship.

[Vanya · Rating 5 out of 5]

The author Ehsaan Nashad tries to take out the common problems faced in a marital relationship and discusses about them . Relationship problems have become very common these days due to lack of understanding between the two individuals . The book guides a person as to how one should have trust on one another to make a relationship successful . It also explains how important is personal space in a relationship .

[Subhu · Rating 5 out of 5]

Every overthinker would resonate to this author the most. It is so engulfing to read the author constantly brood over his past and causing him all the more pain but since the first part was so much about self destruction, overthinking had to follow in the second part. However, I feel the character has actually developed more in this part by learning to seek out help and trying to avoid fussy conversations.

[Ramya · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book indeed rests on the fact that love is beyond perfection. If you ever claim to love someone, you must accept the person with all their flaws because you can't just accept all the good cribbing about the bad. It will definitely be a go to book for every sinking relationship and I really believe most of us would have grabbed so many insightful values from this one, feels like a sneak peek into our own relationships from an outsider view.

[Kasturi · Rating 5 out of 5]

If the first part was bitter and heart wrenching, the second part was loud and heart warming. I realised how both of them equally struggled to find a middle ground and find some hope to revive their lost love which eventually was so easy when both of them decided to side their ego and rebuild with a fresh start. On the other hand, I also wonder if not for their unborn child would they have ended apart or would have still given each other another chance.

[Akshat · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you don't love your job, you can quit but if you don't love going back to your house should you quit?
A very moving line that stayed with me while reading part two. Its not just about romantic relationship but pretty much applied to every bond that we share- friendships, parents, colleagues anyone. We are all aware of what ego and pride can do to any relationship and this book will only realize the consequences more accurately.

[Sagar · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful piece of literature by Ehsaan Nashad. I really loved this book giving a male perspective to relationships however, certain moments in the book make you realise how rude and blunt we guys get in such a short span of time with the women still being tolerant. It is overall an amazing read for anyone who is not much of a reader since the language keeps you engaged and is simple to comprehend.