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STRUTTING LIGHTBUGS
A supernatural force on a killing spree is all set to wipe out an entire town to avenge an injustice meted out a century ago. The murders are ruthless and gory invoking terror throughout the town. A leader, the town head, knows the real nature of this supernatural force and tries to stop it but his attempts are futile. His abilities and integrity are put to severe test.A dancer who sees the world in grey and has his own demons to slay, is reluctant to pick up the cudgels. Not only his identity, his life is also in danger. How do their paths intersect? How do they resolve their convictions?A roller coaster ride of supernatural events combined with dance, music, and gender angst promises to keep you, the reader, thoroughly entertained.FOREWORD‘Strutting Lightbugs’ is a genre-bender inasmuch as it addresses one of the most divisive, yet hyper-relevant, social issue of today, smartly wrapped in the foil of an ever-popular fiction trope – the supernatural thriller. Kalam Babu and Lavanya Nukavarapu spin a riveting yarn that seamlessly fuses Indian culture, classical dance, spirituality, spirits, mythology, human psychology, history and most tellingly, gender boundaries and gender angst. Their lucid storytelling and fluid style transport the reader into a mysterious, even sinister, world that moves seamlessly between the past and present. The protagonist, and with them the reader, are hurled into crises beyond the realms of normal human experience, yet somehow, magically, amidst all its breathlessness, the authors underline, and celebrate, the best facets of human behaviour, and the gender neutrality of art. As a classical Indian dancer, I have, whilst plying my passion across the globe as a dancer, teacher and speaker, have very often encountered dancers whose biological gender, in their societies, have stigmatised their desire to dance – often irrevocably. The fact that it is not ‘manly’ for a man to have a desire to dance the dance forms traditionally associated with women, the fact that transgenders face ridicule for simply wanting to dance to the rhythms of normal life in their own manner, the fact that we bracket activities, vocations, sartorial sense into gender boxes based on man-made traditions and societal norms – are real, compelling issues. The human race has come a long way in terms of evolution, and the 21st century, and beyond, are perhaps the best period in our cumulative lives, to come to terms with, and blithely celebrate our diversity - to accept each other as we are, and want to be - not merely by how we look, what we wear, how we speak and how we ‘must be’ just because that’s the way we ‘should be.’ ‘Strutting Lightbugs’ celebrates this ethos, this belief, and does so in a manner that engagingly entertains, yet effortlessly enlightens! I would go even as far as calling it a morality tale, and in the very best traditions of that genre, it is one that should well stand the test of time – past, present and future.I wish Kalam and Lavanya every success with ‘Strutting Lightbugs’ and look forward to many more fabulous fables from them.Sohini RoychowdhuryDancer, Producer, Speaker Founder – Sohinimoksha World Dance & Communications (Madrid-Kolkata-Berlin)Founder – Sohinimoksha Artes de la India (Madrid)www.sohinimoksha.com
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Published April 18, 2021
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June 8, 2021
STRUTTING LIGHTBUGS
by Kalam Babu
This was my first time reading a book by Kalam Babu and I found this book well written and that I enjoyed her writing style with the dual point of view.
This was a good book, I liked it a lot. This is a beautiful piece of writing , i appreciate the facts presented through out the book, it is clearly well researched.
The story begins when a group of tourists visit the fortress, one of them is lost, the missing person discovers another stage of the fortress, sculptures, architects, various dance poses carved on the wall and other prejudiced art forms, when a person practices this art form , Then he can be considered helpless.
Due to the disease in this society, this work is of great significance and attracts readers.
The language used is clear and the narrative is wonderful.
The author did a great job in writing this beautiful book.
Highly recommended 😌✌️
by Kalam Babu
This was my first time reading a book by Kalam Babu and I found this book well written and that I enjoyed her writing style with the dual point of view.
This was a good book, I liked it a lot. This is a beautiful piece of writing , i appreciate the facts presented through out the book, it is clearly well researched.
The story begins when a group of tourists visit the fortress, one of them is lost, the missing person discovers another stage of the fortress, sculptures, architects, various dance poses carved on the wall and other prejudiced art forms, when a person practices this art form , Then he can be considered helpless.
Due to the disease in this society, this work is of great significance and attracts readers.
The language used is clear and the narrative is wonderful.
The author did a great job in writing this beautiful book.
Highly recommended 😌✌️
May 31, 2021
Must read
Dance is a graceful and most expressive form of art which spreads a lot of positivity. The story Strutting Lightbugs has beautifully explained the grace of the professional dancers as well as focussed on the negative aspects like discrimination. The story starts with unusual killings in a fort taking us through rollercoaster ride of fireflies and ghosts involving the love for dance.
The backdrop and the relations like "Mamayya" used in this story felt very relatable. And also the description regarding the places in Hyderabad made me more connected to the story. It is not always you get to read your own mother tongue in an English story and I totally enjoyed it. Coming to the cover, it is very attractive and apt for the story. The plot is very gripping and the narration is brilliant making the reader flow with the words.
All through the story, the description about the dance performances were so beautifully written. I have enjoyed reading this story thoroughly as it has got everything starting from thrill to love.
The overall concept of Strutting Lightbugs is very unique and I would say it to be a must read.
Dance is a graceful and most expressive form of art which spreads a lot of positivity. The story Strutting Lightbugs has beautifully explained the grace of the professional dancers as well as focussed on the negative aspects like discrimination. The story starts with unusual killings in a fort taking us through rollercoaster ride of fireflies and ghosts involving the love for dance.
The backdrop and the relations like "Mamayya" used in this story felt very relatable. And also the description regarding the places in Hyderabad made me more connected to the story. It is not always you get to read your own mother tongue in an English story and I totally enjoyed it. Coming to the cover, it is very attractive and apt for the story. The plot is very gripping and the narration is brilliant making the reader flow with the words.
All through the story, the description about the dance performances were so beautifully written. I have enjoyed reading this story thoroughly as it has got everything starting from thrill to love.
The overall concept of Strutting Lightbugs is very unique and I would say it to be a must read.
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April 29, 2021The Ardhanareeshwara wrapper is a metaphor of the main theme of the book on the question whether love for and excellence in dance is unmanly. The reader gets to appreciate the research by the authors on the ancient styles Kuchipudi and Andhra Natyam as the story line swaps Devadasi era and the present. On the other hand twists and horror and suspense get intense chapter by chapter with a potential for a thrilling web series content. A successful coauthoring by Kalam Babu and Lavanya Nukavarappu.
August 11, 2021
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𝑴𝒂𝒚𝒃𝒆 𝑰 𝒅𝒐𝒏'𝒕 𝒌𝒏𝒐𝒘 𝒘𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒆 𝑰 𝒂𝒎 𝒈𝒐𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒏𝒆𝒙𝒕, 𝒃𝒖𝒕 𝑰 𝒌𝒏𝒐𝒘 𝒕𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝑰 𝒉𝒂𝒗𝒆 𝒕𝒐 𝒅𝒐 𝒊𝒕 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒎𝒚 𝒑𝒆𝒐𝒑𝒍𝒆. 𝑰'𝒍𝒍 𝒅𝒐 𝒘𝒉𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒓 𝒊𝒔 𝒓𝒆𝒒𝒖𝒊𝒓𝒆𝒅 𝒕𝒐 𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒕𝒆𝒄𝒕 𝒎𝒚 𝒑𝒆𝒐𝒑𝒍𝒆."
🗣️𝐀𝐁𝐎𝐔𝐓 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐀𝐔𝐓𝐇𝐎𝐑: Lavanya Nukavarapu is a finance professional who used to deliberate only on finance until one day poems and stories beckoned her. She be came a compulsive writer who could not go to sleep without penning at least a few words every day. Her first book Bare Thoughts, a collection of her poems was published in 2018. In 2019, La vanya published her first novel, The Captive, a psychological thriller that has received outstand ing reviews. Her second novel Cigarettes Sex Love published in 2020 explores the complexities of modern-day relationships.
✨SYNOPSIS: Written under the fiction the way book has been jotted down is more intrigue than the entire story of the book. The book commence with the story of one tourist however the story is put forward by the author about the Character Ravi and one murder that has been done.
✨NOVELTY: Needless to mention about the the cover of the page which has been one of the major highlights and give all reasons to make the reader intrigue and curious about the turning pages. The author has done the commendable job to maintain the curiosity throughout.
✨GUESSWORK: Murder, tourist, job and dance all these elements are present in the book which are not so interlink due to which we are unable to gauge the plot of the book.
✨LANGUAGE: The langauge of the book is simple and lucid.
✨FINAL CALL: The Author did a commendable job while jotting down the imagination into the plot. The work done by the author is reflecting throughout the chapters and book. I'll highly recommend this to read if fiction and fantasy you enjoy to read.
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June 28, 2021
Book- Strutting Lightbugs
Author- Kalam Banu and Lavanya Nukavarapu
Genre- Fiction
Length- 160 pages.
Rating -4.5/5
We all have been in touch with Dancing once in our life or some of us must be doing it professionally and as we know the most beautiful form of dance is our Indian Classical Dance. Indian classical dance is an umbrella term for various performance arts rooted in musical theatre styles, whose theory and practice can be traced to the Sanskrit text, Natyashastra.
Well, today we have a book related to this topic, Strutting Lightbugs which beautifully explains the grace of professional dancing and their challenges.
The book successfully and beautifully depicts the Indian culture, Classical Dance , spirituality, and a lot more in it.
It starts with an unusual incident with a tourist and the story goes on. And the murder takes place, now why the murder happened , who was the murderer, who was murdered, to know this, you should literally and literally grab the book.
What is the most attractive thing about the book is the reader gains a flow and flows with story.
It feels like the reader herself or himself is going into the story.
I picked up the book because of its alluring cover, that cover painting is really well and I'm already attracted towards the books where I can read more about Indian culture.
The language is lucid and the book is slow paced.
My recommendation are for the readers who really like to read some Indian culture related things.
Author- Kalam Banu and Lavanya Nukavarapu
Genre- Fiction
Length- 160 pages.
Rating -4.5/5
We all have been in touch with Dancing once in our life or some of us must be doing it professionally and as we know the most beautiful form of dance is our Indian Classical Dance. Indian classical dance is an umbrella term for various performance arts rooted in musical theatre styles, whose theory and practice can be traced to the Sanskrit text, Natyashastra.
Well, today we have a book related to this topic, Strutting Lightbugs which beautifully explains the grace of professional dancing and their challenges.
The book successfully and beautifully depicts the Indian culture, Classical Dance , spirituality, and a lot more in it.
It starts with an unusual incident with a tourist and the story goes on. And the murder takes place, now why the murder happened , who was the murderer, who was murdered, to know this, you should literally and literally grab the book.
What is the most attractive thing about the book is the reader gains a flow and flows with story.
It feels like the reader herself or himself is going into the story.
I picked up the book because of its alluring cover, that cover painting is really well and I'm already attracted towards the books where I can read more about Indian culture.
The language is lucid and the book is slow paced.
My recommendation are for the readers who really like to read some Indian culture related things.
June 20, 2021
a charming secret that will remove the dreariness of book perusing. the subtleties of this book are appealing and the depictions are all around got comfortable my brain. i adored the portrayal. the portrayal was exhaustive and easily composed for the perusers. the heavenly elements entitled in the book were impeccably set for setting a demeanor of secret. i was in a daze while perusing this book where i was moved by creative mind. this book has everything to bring to the table to a peruser who loves otherworldly atmosphere, music, dance, show, brain science, and so forth it's anything but an air of secret when one vacationer disappears from the touring of the fortress. it likewise draws out the malicious generalizations of the general public like attitude that goes with the male artists. i adored how the creator purchased the instance of a powerful spine chiller. the passings that were going on were puzzling and exciting simultaneously. the plot was confusing and mystifying was its peak. i would prescribe this book to all perusers who appreciate a decent thrill ride with a paranormal peak.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 12, 2021
With an array of mythology and unknown episodes comes this book. This is the story of protagonists maneuvering through war, with the help of sharp intellect and unwavering gallantry. This is also a story that casts itself across the social strata, to portray the fabric of relationships in a very tattered and revealing manner. It is a book that isn’t directed, isn’t sharpened—rather appears to come to us like a web of conversations and events, imbibing an all-round inclusion of the storytelling spirit and essence of mythology.
Authors have philosophized this story in such a bright and exuberant way, that it ceases to be just a story. It evolves and transcends to represent the germination and thrive of certain ideologies, figments of emotions, and some very distinct trails of thought that question some of the very basic foundations of how we perceive and analyse.
The quality of bewilderment coats the book with a glaze of soothe and calm. The text, while reading, makes you visualize the interplay of events unfolding before your eyes. You see it all: war clouds, calamity, liberation, enlightenment and realities of life.
Authors have philosophized this story in such a bright and exuberant way, that it ceases to be just a story. It evolves and transcends to represent the germination and thrive of certain ideologies, figments of emotions, and some very distinct trails of thought that question some of the very basic foundations of how we perceive and analyse.
The quality of bewilderment coats the book with a glaze of soothe and calm. The text, while reading, makes you visualize the interplay of events unfolding before your eyes. You see it all: war clouds, calamity, liberation, enlightenment and realities of life.
June 25, 2021
A book with dance, drama, mystery, thriller, murder, love, horror and much more. The starting of the book will take you on a rollercoaster ride where you will enjoy the story9of the book. With each each your curiosity will increase to read more and more.
The plot is based on a murder which is unexpected and then the story takes a turn.
The protagonist, and with them the reader, are cast into crises beyond the realms of normal human experience.
Author has portrayed the characters and the plot wonderfully, with the traditional dance, drama, social and practical issues he has kept the reader connected to the book.
Who was the murderer? How did the journey took a twist?
Language inscribed is pretty much easy to grasp.
The cover is really an intriguing one that makes the reader ponder over what the story is about.
I am just a victim of my own expectations. I would still encourage people to try it, if it looks like something you might enjoy.
The plot is based on a murder which is unexpected and then the story takes a turn.
The protagonist, and with them the reader, are cast into crises beyond the realms of normal human experience.
Author has portrayed the characters and the plot wonderfully, with the traditional dance, drama, social and practical issues he has kept the reader connected to the book.
Who was the murderer? How did the journey took a twist?
Language inscribed is pretty much easy to grasp.
The cover is really an intriguing one that makes the reader ponder over what the story is about.
I am just a victim of my own expectations. I would still encourage people to try it, if it looks like something you might enjoy.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 1, 2021
When I first pick this book I thought that it would be something about Mythology or connected to it as the picture describes the total theme.
But to my surprise it's not related to mythology but a the total opposite. A supernatural power is killing people.
The cover is so beautiful. Can you guess how the cover inspired? It's a symbol of natraj dance statue. When shiv is doing the Tandav dance in the greave of Sati. The combination of two idols. But the picture is in a little controversial as no one is accepting the picture where two different powered person can be united. The painter is being cursed for doing this.
But the question is who is killing the people?
The murders are well planned and well structured. It's like a mirage for a normal people.
The murders has been made so ruthlessly.
What is the relation between the power and the people?
Why it's being killing the people?
But to my surprise it's not related to mythology but a the total opposite. A supernatural power is killing people.
The cover is so beautiful. Can you guess how the cover inspired? It's a symbol of natraj dance statue. When shiv is doing the Tandav dance in the greave of Sati. The combination of two idols. But the picture is in a little controversial as no one is accepting the picture where two different powered person can be united. The painter is being cursed for doing this.
But the question is who is killing the people?
The murders are well planned and well structured. It's like a mirage for a normal people.
The murders has been made so ruthlessly.
What is the relation between the power and the people?
Why it's being killing the people?
July 10, 2021
A supernatural force is on loose to wipe out an entire town for an injustice which was done a century ago. The people are being killed ruthlessly to spread the fear. The leader leading the town knew about this supernatural force and he tries to stop it but his attempts are going in vain.
Many social stereotypes have been penned down by the authors which are still prevailing in the society even after the humans have developed socially and culturally. All these are potraited using an example of a dancer who is stuck within the illogical norms of the society.
This is an amazing blend of reflection of the society with a fictional world where supernatural powers are existing too. It has influences from dance and music along with suspense and thriller too.
It is being layered nicely with the well potraited characters. The language used is lucid. Plus the narration is good and simple making it a comfortable read for all.
Many social stereotypes have been penned down by the authors which are still prevailing in the society even after the humans have developed socially and culturally. All these are potraited using an example of a dancer who is stuck within the illogical norms of the society.
This is an amazing blend of reflection of the society with a fictional world where supernatural powers are existing too. It has influences from dance and music along with suspense and thriller too.
It is being layered nicely with the well potraited characters. The language used is lucid. Plus the narration is good and simple making it a comfortable read for all.
August 10, 2021
strutting light bugs
Author- Kalyan Babu, Lavanya Nkavarapu
The book is consists of dance, drama, mystery, thriller, murder, love, horror, and much more. The book's starting will bring you on a rollercoaster ride to enjoy the tales. With each, your appetite for reading increases.
The story is based on a murder that happened unexpectedly, and then the story goes in a different direction. Throughout the novel, the protagonist and the reader are confronted with crises beyond human comprehension.
In the story, the author depicts the character and plot very well. He has managed to keep the reader engaged in the book with the traditional dance, drama, social and practical issues.
Who was the murderer? Where did the journey take a turn?
It's pretty easy to understand the language inscribed. The cover is intriguing, making the reader wonder what the story is all about. However, I still recommend people try it if they look like they might like it.
ratings- 4/5
Author- Kalyan Babu, Lavanya Nkavarapu
The book is consists of dance, drama, mystery, thriller, murder, love, horror, and much more. The book's starting will bring you on a rollercoaster ride to enjoy the tales. With each, your appetite for reading increases.
The story is based on a murder that happened unexpectedly, and then the story goes in a different direction. Throughout the novel, the protagonist and the reader are confronted with crises beyond human comprehension.
In the story, the author depicts the character and plot very well. He has managed to keep the reader engaged in the book with the traditional dance, drama, social and practical issues.
Who was the murderer? Where did the journey take a turn?
It's pretty easy to understand the language inscribed. The cover is intriguing, making the reader wonder what the story is all about. However, I still recommend people try it if they look like they might like it.
ratings- 4/5
July 4, 2021
Book : STRUTTING LIGHTBUGS
Author : Kalam Babu and Lavanya Nukavarapu
A Fictional Story and well researched book.
The author has done a great job to written this book.
The Story is an Unusual and an intriguing, It starts with an aura of mystery.
A murder which is unexpected and surprisingly happens with suspense and thriller.
To know the murder mystery truth ....just go and grab it.
It will keep readers hooked from the first page itself until the very end.
The character sketch is so amazingly described it makes the story more interesting.
The book has many twist and turns.
The language is simple and easy to understand.
The narration style is really nice.
The book feeded supernatural aura, music, dance, horror, drama, psychology, etc.
Overall, a suspense thriller book.
I would definitely recommend to everyone .
Author : Kalam Babu and Lavanya Nukavarapu
A Fictional Story and well researched book.
The author has done a great job to written this book.
The Story is an Unusual and an intriguing, It starts with an aura of mystery.
A murder which is unexpected and surprisingly happens with suspense and thriller.
To know the murder mystery truth ....just go and grab it.
It will keep readers hooked from the first page itself until the very end.
The character sketch is so amazingly described it makes the story more interesting.
The book has many twist and turns.
The language is simple and easy to understand.
The narration style is really nice.
The book feeded supernatural aura, music, dance, horror, drama, psychology, etc.
Overall, a suspense thriller book.
I would definitely recommend to everyone .
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
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August 4, 2021Title of book- STRUTTING LIGHTBUGS
Written by- Kalam Babu and Lavanya Nukavarapu
Rating- 5/5
This book covers a beautiful fiction story. As this is a thrill novel so curiousity is on peak level from the starting. This book talk about supernatural powers with the combination of dance and music. The story started with unexpected incident happened with tourist. The main character of story is kiran. She was doing a job. Ravi was her friends and one day they talk about dance. On other hand, murder occur in the city and murdered was not known. To reveal the unfolded secret of story you have to read this amazing book.
I love to read this book. Storyline is interconnected and simple. Book language is easy to understand. Book cover is attractive and relatable.
I personally recommend you to read this book. You will feel enjoyable and engaged in whole story.
Written by- Kalam Babu and Lavanya Nukavarapu
Rating- 5/5
This book covers a beautiful fiction story. As this is a thrill novel so curiousity is on peak level from the starting. This book talk about supernatural powers with the combination of dance and music. The story started with unexpected incident happened with tourist. The main character of story is kiran. She was doing a job. Ravi was her friends and one day they talk about dance. On other hand, murder occur in the city and murdered was not known. To reveal the unfolded secret of story you have to read this amazing book.
I love to read this book. Storyline is interconnected and simple. Book language is easy to understand. Book cover is attractive and relatable.
I personally recommend you to read this book. You will feel enjoyable and engaged in whole story.
June 21, 2021
Strutting Lightbugs book by author's Kalam Babu and Lavanya Nukavarapu is a great read.
Plot revolves mostly around Kiran, Sravanya, Ravi, Mamayya and Bhushan. Read to know more about each of them, how they cross each others lives, bond they share, who are behind murders, what's their motive, who teams up with whom, so in the end do they solve the problem, get answers to before and more by reading.
Authors beautifully weave a nice plot with Kuchipudi dance, family drama, love track, horror angle, a little bit of social /societal practice/ issues. Narration keeps readers glued with book, characters appear real and agreeable. Happy the way plot ends and language is easy.
Loved reading the plot and would recommend to all fiction lovers.
Plot revolves mostly around Kiran, Sravanya, Ravi, Mamayya and Bhushan. Read to know more about each of them, how they cross each others lives, bond they share, who are behind murders, what's their motive, who teams up with whom, so in the end do they solve the problem, get answers to before and more by reading.
Authors beautifully weave a nice plot with Kuchipudi dance, family drama, love track, horror angle, a little bit of social /societal practice/ issues. Narration keeps readers glued with book, characters appear real and agreeable. Happy the way plot ends and language is easy.
Loved reading the plot and would recommend to all fiction lovers.
June 29, 2021
Book Review:
Strutting Lightbugs is a supernatural thriller. The story revolves around unnatural gory murders by a supernatural power exacting revenge of a century-old-atrocity. How the people of the town get together to solve the mystery forms the story. Will they succeed in their endeavour?
Kalam Babu and Lavanya Nukavarapu have penned a magnificent thriller with elements of supernatural, horror, suspense, angst and a lot more. The dilemma of a male dancer regarding his gender because of social construct is one of the many highlights of the book. The book, besides being engaging and entertaining, is also thought provoking. The writing is top notch and the story flows smoothly keeping you on the edge till the very end. Happy reading!
Strutting Lightbugs is a supernatural thriller. The story revolves around unnatural gory murders by a supernatural power exacting revenge of a century-old-atrocity. How the people of the town get together to solve the mystery forms the story. Will they succeed in their endeavour?
Kalam Babu and Lavanya Nukavarapu have penned a magnificent thriller with elements of supernatural, horror, suspense, angst and a lot more. The dilemma of a male dancer regarding his gender because of social construct is one of the many highlights of the book. The book, besides being engaging and entertaining, is also thought provoking. The writing is top notch and the story flows smoothly keeping you on the edge till the very end. Happy reading!
July 3, 2021
My Rating 5 🌟
Strutting Light bugs is one of the reads this month which I totally loved and enjoyed reading. It is not just a classic fiction or murder tale but a mixture of numerous genres served in 1 plate. It is a well paced book under 160 pages but can't be completed in one sitting as it took me more than few days to complete it.
The plot and narration was apt giving the storyline much crisp and engaging tone. The whole book ran into my mind like a movie tape and kept me hooked till the end.
I personally really loved the cover of this book which is so pretty and fierce, both the author gave justice to the character by providing enough space for them to grow. Overall best read of the month with intriguing plot.
Strutting Light bugs is one of the reads this month which I totally loved and enjoyed reading. It is not just a classic fiction or murder tale but a mixture of numerous genres served in 1 plate. It is a well paced book under 160 pages but can't be completed in one sitting as it took me more than few days to complete it.
The plot and narration was apt giving the storyline much crisp and engaging tone. The whole book ran into my mind like a movie tape and kept me hooked till the end.
I personally really loved the cover of this book which is so pretty and fierce, both the author gave justice to the character by providing enough space for them to grow. Overall best read of the month with intriguing plot.
July 5, 2021
This book is a nice and worthy pick for me. The genre is partly thrilling and partly fantasy. The story is nicely written taking care of the plot and storyline maintainance.
The twists and turns kept me hooked till the end.
The vivid character description and portraits modified the book due to which it became more connecting and relevant.
My curiosity only grew while turning the page, it is a sure page turner.
However at some places the story could have been different in my opinion so that the points do not lacked the mysterious feel.
But it doesn't affect the book much and still the book is worthy read.
The language is advanced which i really liked and pace is also moderate.
A must-read for everyone who loves to travel through their imaginations.
The twists and turns kept me hooked till the end.
The vivid character description and portraits modified the book due to which it became more connecting and relevant.
My curiosity only grew while turning the page, it is a sure page turner.
However at some places the story could have been different in my opinion so that the points do not lacked the mysterious feel.
But it doesn't affect the book much and still the book is worthy read.
The language is advanced which i really liked and pace is also moderate.
A must-read for everyone who loves to travel through their imaginations.
July 5, 2021
#Qotd - what is your latest read?
The book is a blend of Indian culture, classical dance, spirituality, spirits, mythology, human psychology, history and the gender boundaries.
The story revolves around 4 characters Kiran, Sravanya, Ravi, Mamayya and Bhushan. It would be interesting to see how their paths. There is some murder mystery in the story which was unexpected in the story,but it turned the whole story.
Who was the murderer? How did the journey took a twist?
Author has beautifully framed a nice plot with dance, family drama, love track, horror angle, a little bit of social issues. The story is really as interesting as the cover. The cover pic is appealing and catchy. The language is simple and all the characters are well connected. Overall a recommendable book.
The book is a blend of Indian culture, classical dance, spirituality, spirits, mythology, human psychology, history and the gender boundaries.
The story revolves around 4 characters Kiran, Sravanya, Ravi, Mamayya and Bhushan. It would be interesting to see how their paths. There is some murder mystery in the story which was unexpected in the story,but it turned the whole story.
Who was the murderer? How did the journey took a twist?
Author has beautifully framed a nice plot with dance, family drama, love track, horror angle, a little bit of social issues. The story is really as interesting as the cover. The cover pic is appealing and catchy. The language is simple and all the characters are well connected. Overall a recommendable book.
July 20, 2021
This book is an interesting read. The story is a sure page turner and it gripped my attention from the first page.
I loved the story and its plot very much and had a great experience reading this book.
The story is thrilling and contains twists and turns that will leave you asking for more.
The author has done a great job with the plot, the narrative, the writing style.
Author has shown creativity as this book is partly thrilling, partly fantasy.
It is an engaging and thought-provoking book with reader friendly language and good narration.
Cover and title is beautiful. Also the characters are so nicely pictured that we feel connected while reading.
Overall a sure recommended read.
I loved the story and its plot very much and had a great experience reading this book.
The story is thrilling and contains twists and turns that will leave you asking for more.
The author has done a great job with the plot, the narrative, the writing style.
Author has shown creativity as this book is partly thrilling, partly fantasy.
It is an engaging and thought-provoking book with reader friendly language and good narration.
Cover and title is beautiful. Also the characters are so nicely pictured that we feel connected while reading.
Overall a sure recommended read.
July 20, 2021
Super natural thriller 🤩
Awesome and unique read filled with horror and suspense.
Authors imagination is just beyond my thinking , i just loved the way author penned about evil stereotypes of society.
plot of the book is based on a unexpected murder and it revolves around kiran , sravanya , ravi and bhusan.
all the characters are well developed and to know more about how there lives are connected and who is killing people... i bet after reading the first chapter you just cant stop reading because this book will keep you hooked till the end,
and i must say it is a well reasearched book the way author explains about the situations and facts its impresive.
its a super natural thriller and a thought provoking read with simple language and awesome narration.
Awesome and unique read filled with horror and suspense.
Authors imagination is just beyond my thinking , i just loved the way author penned about evil stereotypes of society.
plot of the book is based on a unexpected murder and it revolves around kiran , sravanya , ravi and bhusan.
all the characters are well developed and to know more about how there lives are connected and who is killing people... i bet after reading the first chapter you just cant stop reading because this book will keep you hooked till the end,
and i must say it is a well reasearched book the way author explains about the situations and facts its impresive.
its a super natural thriller and a thought provoking read with simple language and awesome narration.
June 26, 2021
This book is blend of Indian culture, classical dance, spirituality, spirits, mythology, human psychology, history and most tellingly, gender boundaries and and gender angst. Author has developed the plot in excellent manner, this shows his effort on research.
It's gripping read and I felt curious about knowing about some historic references. The story line is interesting the tourists visits fortress and one of them goes missing. The writing style was elegant. It's easy to read book. This book is completely engaging. The plot was in good phase . I recommend this book to readers interested in knowing about culture, supernatural things and architecture.
It's gripping read and I felt curious about knowing about some historic references. The story line is interesting the tourists visits fortress and one of them goes missing. The writing style was elegant. It's easy to read book. This book is completely engaging. The plot was in good phase . I recommend this book to readers interested in knowing about culture, supernatural things and architecture.
July 29, 2021
I'm just speechless at this moment. It's not because I haven't read anything better than this but it's because I have not read a better amalgamation of supernatural stuff with traditions of dance and music. The book starts on a pretty pacey note, as in the mystery is set in the intial few pages of the book itself.
The other thing which is the most beautiful thing about the book is the constant subtle references to south indian tradition. This, I believe is missing when I read books by Indian authors.
Overall I feel like it's a pretty good book with strong charcters and with enough mystery to keep the readers hooked.
For me it's a 5 star read for sure.
The other thing which is the most beautiful thing about the book is the constant subtle references to south indian tradition. This, I believe is missing when I read books by Indian authors.
Overall I feel like it's a pretty good book with strong charcters and with enough mystery to keep the readers hooked.
For me it's a 5 star read for sure.
August 5, 2021
A wonderful work filled with horror and suspense this book STRUTTING LIGHTBUGS reloves on four main characters which are unique Kiran, Sravana, Ravi, Mamayya and Bhushan. Author has successfully done the work of putting life on this character.
Similar to that of the cover the book is captivating. A well-framed plot, covering heavenly powers with the mix of dance and music.
You will definitely love the book with the mystery of an unexpected murder being set in the very first few pages of the book.
I would surely recommend this short yet filled with suspense thriller book to everyone who are inclining towards this genre.
Similar to that of the cover the book is captivating. A well-framed plot, covering heavenly powers with the mix of dance and music.
You will definitely love the book with the mystery of an unexpected murder being set in the very first few pages of the book.
I would surely recommend this short yet filled with suspense thriller book to everyone who are inclining towards this genre.
July 1, 2021
I feel like this book made may day completely. An amazing which lead to curiosity to make me complete this book in 2 days. The genre is fictional,which is of my favourite ones. A very exciting story with murder plots, different and interesting story lines and amazingly scripted chapters. I am not regretting to not to buy this book. Because it has such an adventurous and amazing script lines that a reader will show a great interest. The language is a complicated in version in view of story. Dont go back to my words and choose this book as an amazing fictional ones.
August 14, 2024
What an incredible storyteller... I am just over half way through and this is one of those novels that I can't put down. Highly recommend looking into everything this writer has to offer.
June 21, 2021
📚 Rating: 4.6/5️⃣
|| BOOK REVIEW || - 🍁 The Book, Strutting Lightbugs By Kalam Babu and Lavanya Nukavarapu, is a Fictional Story.
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🍁 The Story begins with an Unexpected Incident happening to a Tourist. The First Chapter is written in such a Manner that a Reader would be Curious to know the Whole Story.
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🍁 Then the Plot moves Forward and the Author has written about kiran, who follows 9-5 office Routine. He is not interested in Gossip but his Friend, Ravi. Ravi and Kiran have a Discussion about Dance.
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🍁 The Murder Takes Place in a weird manner and everyone is in search of the Murderer. Read an Amazing Story to know How and Who Murdered.
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🍁 The Story is an Unusual and an intriguing to be Read. The Author has written Wonderful Lessons through the Plot of the Story. The Characters of the story are Relatable.
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🍁 The Language of the Book is Lucid. The Writing Style of the Book is Slow - Paced. The Cover of the Book is Fantastic. The Title of the Book is Well - Chosen.
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|| PERSONAL INSIGHT || - 🌸 Although, I enjoyed Reading the Book, The Story in the Book is very Long to be Read and a Bit Boring at some Instances. If Someone Likes to Read Slow - Paced Fictional Stories, Then only the Book is a Good Pick For Him/Her.
|| BOOK REVIEW || - 🍁 The Book, Strutting Lightbugs By Kalam Babu and Lavanya Nukavarapu, is a Fictional Story.
🍂 🍂 🍂 🍂 🍂
🍁 The Story begins with an Unexpected Incident happening to a Tourist. The First Chapter is written in such a Manner that a Reader would be Curious to know the Whole Story.
🍂 🍂 🍂 🍂 🍂
🍁 Then the Plot moves Forward and the Author has written about kiran, who follows 9-5 office Routine. He is not interested in Gossip but his Friend, Ravi. Ravi and Kiran have a Discussion about Dance.
🍂 🍂 🍂 🍂 🍂
🍁 The Murder Takes Place in a weird manner and everyone is in search of the Murderer. Read an Amazing Story to know How and Who Murdered.
🍂 🍂 🍂 🍂 🍂
🍁 The Story is an Unusual and an intriguing to be Read. The Author has written Wonderful Lessons through the Plot of the Story. The Characters of the story are Relatable.
🍂 🍂 🍂 🍂 🍂
🍁 The Language of the Book is Lucid. The Writing Style of the Book is Slow - Paced. The Cover of the Book is Fantastic. The Title of the Book is Well - Chosen.
🍂 🍂 🍂 🍂 🍂
|| PERSONAL INSIGHT || - 🌸 Although, I enjoyed Reading the Book, The Story in the Book is very Long to be Read and a Bit Boring at some Instances. If Someone Likes to Read Slow - Paced Fictional Stories, Then only the Book is a Good Pick For Him/Her.
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