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3.4 AVERAGE
3.4 AVERAGE
I have so many problems with this book. But out of kindness for this being a debut novel, I will refrain from outpouring a rant here.
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
emotional
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Nice, light & breezy read. Loved the author’s writing style. And the premise is delightful. But I have to agree with a lot of reviewers here - the book sort of fizzles out towards the end. Few inconsistencies here and there. But overall an above avg read.
Some books make a special place in your heart. This was one of them for me. It felt like I was living my dream. Bookstore & London are my favourite
emotional
funny
inspiring
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
N/A
Entrepreneurial, romantic, fun, lively and feminist. This book is so charming, I absolutely loved reading every page! Paper Moon is a story about Fiza Khalid, a literature graduate, who takes up the opportunity to open her own book store. The book is set in the early 2000s in the heart of Bombay. It revolves around Fiza and her bookstore ‘Paper Moon’ entirely. We get to read about her live life, travels, family dramas, internal quashes, friendships and everything in between. It’s a contemporary tale and I loved how it was set in the beginning of a new century. The plot is the main winner for me, so new and refreshing!
The book takes you through Bombay, London and Scotland too! I felt the plot is very realistic. It covers the operations behind opening a new business and all the practicalities really well. The story is also grounded, it’s definitely not a Bollywood tale although could be?!
There were several characters and some strong character development to the extent required by the plot. Each character had an important role to play and is really well thought out. Even the names, accents and characteristics of the characters is suitable.
I loved each character, especially the protagonist, Fiza. She is strong, clear-minded and practical. It’s so easy to love a book when you love the main character.
The writing was effortless and descriptive which allowed for flawless imagery throughout the book. The language is simple and it’s a fairly easy read. The pace was steady, not too fast and not too slow. Although the book is set across 4-5 years within 254 pages, I didn’t feel like I was being hurried.
I really liked this book. It makes me want to open a bookstore myself! The story is real and refreshing - likely due to the fact that Rehana Munir herself ran a bookstore in mid 2000s. Read this book if you want a fun and breezy read! 4.5 ⭐️
The book takes you through Bombay, London and Scotland too! I felt the plot is very realistic. It covers the operations behind opening a new business and all the practicalities really well. The story is also grounded, it’s definitely not a Bollywood tale although could be?!
There were several characters and some strong character development to the extent required by the plot. Each character had an important role to play and is really well thought out. Even the names, accents and characteristics of the characters is suitable.
I loved each character, especially the protagonist, Fiza. She is strong, clear-minded and practical. It’s so easy to love a book when you love the main character.
The writing was effortless and descriptive which allowed for flawless imagery throughout the book. The language is simple and it’s a fairly easy read. The pace was steady, not too fast and not too slow. Although the book is set across 4-5 years within 254 pages, I didn’t feel like I was being hurried.
I really liked this book. It makes me want to open a bookstore myself! The story is real and refreshing - likely due to the fact that Rehana Munir herself ran a bookstore in mid 2000s. Read this book if you want a fun and breezy read! 4.5 ⭐️
Paper Moon is the name of the book shop that Fiza, the protagonist creates and runs in Bandra, so the book title is totally appropriate. The cover of the book is absolutely beautiful focusing on the image of the bookstore which is the core of the story and a few other things as well. The details in the cover really notch it up. The cover at the back shows Ismail, the coconut seller who is also an integral part of the story. Each title is demarcated by the symbol of a stock of books and some scenes by that of a coconut. The fact that the details have been focused upon made me love the book more.
The story revolves around Fiza and her life. Her estranged father passes away and leaves her with some money and a dream. Fiza gradually decides to fulfill his father's dream of opening a bookshop. The story revolves around the bookshop and how she manages it. There's also a factor of romance in the book with Dhruv, Fiza's ex boyfriend and Iqbal, a stranger she met in the hospital. How Fiza manages to come to terms with Iqbal and Dhruv, her father and the closure, her half brother and her career as the owner of the bookshop is what the book is all about.
The writing style of the book is very engaging. I assure you that if you like books and things about books, you won't be able to put the book down. There humour, there's affection, there's love and there's closure in the book. The book left me content in certain aspects. The language used in the book is lucid and the narration is set at a moderate pace in the first half but the initial part of the second half seemed a bit slow to me. The story is set in Mumbai and in London. Fiza's ability to cope with the loss of a father she had never known and fulfill his dream is something I loved about her character. The theme of the book too is a good one. I admire the protagonist. One more thing I loved was how quirky each character was and how beautiful their names were.
I loved the book and was sad when it ended. I definitely recommend this to the ones who love books and things about books.
The story revolves around Fiza and her life. Her estranged father passes away and leaves her with some money and a dream. Fiza gradually decides to fulfill his father's dream of opening a bookshop. The story revolves around the bookshop and how she manages it. There's also a factor of romance in the book with Dhruv, Fiza's ex boyfriend and Iqbal, a stranger she met in the hospital. How Fiza manages to come to terms with Iqbal and Dhruv, her father and the closure, her half brother and her career as the owner of the bookshop is what the book is all about.
The writing style of the book is very engaging. I assure you that if you like books and things about books, you won't be able to put the book down. There humour, there's affection, there's love and there's closure in the book. The book left me content in certain aspects. The language used in the book is lucid and the narration is set at a moderate pace in the first half but the initial part of the second half seemed a bit slow to me. The story is set in Mumbai and in London. Fiza's ability to cope with the loss of a father she had never known and fulfill his dream is something I loved about her character. The theme of the book too is a good one. I admire the protagonist. One more thing I loved was how quirky each character was and how beautiful their names were.
I loved the book and was sad when it ended. I definitely recommend this to the ones who love books and things about books.
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes