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srivalli's review
3.0
A beautiful, bittersweet story that shows reality as it is. The author still keeps it hopeful and positive. Though I'm a fan of happy ever afters, the ending of this book is perfect. The only problem (for me) is that the prose is not my style. I liked it more poetic and vivid. The style here is simple and effective to the point where it drives the point home for even the non-regular readers.
Since the plot is based on a sensitive subject- Vilitigo while addressing various societal issues, this book is worth reading.
Since the plot is based on a sensitive subject- Vilitigo while addressing various societal issues, this book is worth reading.
crazily_fictional's review
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
darshana's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
sac3098's review against another edition
4.0
A very touching story! Hits the mark! Makes you face reality!
kriti1d's review against another edition
5.0
A simple Indian family story from 1920s involving love, marriage and commitment. It explains people, the struggle for existence, and societal beliefs. The usual one liner. But the way it is written is brilliant. I wanted to shout 'Shabash' at many instances.
Anupama in this story was the Indian version of Lara Cameron (protagonist of The stars shine down) to me. After almost 2 years I actually underlined sentences in a novel while reading it. Sudha Murthy stole my heart, made my eyes moist, helped me feel happy & proud of how/who I really am.
Mahasweta is definitely one among my top 10 favorites.ONE of THE BEST gift I have ever got in my life so far
Anupama in this story was the Indian version of Lara Cameron (protagonist of The stars shine down) to me. After almost 2 years I actually underlined sentences in a novel while reading it. Sudha Murthy stole my heart, made my eyes moist, helped me feel happy & proud of how/who I really am.
Mahasweta is definitely one among my top 10 favorites.ONE of THE BEST gift I have ever got in my life so far
ankita_g's review against another edition
3.0
3.5/5
This is my first Sudha Murthy book! I had been meaning to read her for a long time. I picked up 'Mahashweta' at the airport recently after really liking the synopsis. I thought it would be an empowering story about a woman realising her true worth, and it turned out to be exactly that. I loved the character development that the protagonist, Anupama, went through in just 150 pages. Her journey left me feeling good and empowered.
Mrs. Muthy's writing is lucid and gripping. I finished the book in a few hours.
The story, however, is like a fairytale - predictable and sometimes 'extreme'. It was full of familiar tropes, and I didn't like how everyone, including Anupama herself, considered Anupama to be morally superior because she was "pure" before marriage. It is probably just a generational thing, so it may not bother every reader.
I would still consider 'Mahashweta' a good introduction to Sudha Murthy's literature in my mid-20s. Her simplistic, feel-good stories are a welcome change from the difficulties of life. I am curious to read more of her books.
This is my first Sudha Murthy book! I had been meaning to read her for a long time. I picked up 'Mahashweta' at the airport recently after really liking the synopsis. I thought it would be an empowering story about a woman realising her true worth, and it turned out to be exactly that. I loved the character development that the protagonist, Anupama, went through in just 150 pages. Her journey left me feeling good and empowered.
Mrs. Muthy's writing is lucid and gripping. I finished the book in a few hours.
The story, however, is like a fairytale - predictable and sometimes 'extreme'. It was full of familiar tropes, and I didn't like how everyone, including Anupama herself, considered Anupama to be morally superior because she was "pure" before marriage. It is probably just a generational thing, so it may not bother every reader.
I would still consider 'Mahashweta' a good introduction to Sudha Murthy's literature in my mid-20s. Her simplistic, feel-good stories are a welcome change from the difficulties of life. I am curious to read more of her books.
ttaksha_12's review against another edition
5.0
I recommend u to read this book without fail. It is really an emotional story . Anupama is a girl from a poor family who falls in love at first sight with a young man Anand. she thinks she would be able to support her dad after marriage with anand .
But she learns that no one in the house ever cared. The story goes on explaining how she copes up with the problems in her life.
It is a really wonderful story. You will enjoy the story as Smt. Sudha Murthy never makes any story boring!
But she learns that no one in the house ever cared. The story goes on explaining how she copes up with the problems in her life.
It is a really wonderful story. You will enjoy the story as Smt. Sudha Murthy never makes any story boring!
thesamiverse's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.75
PLOT
The book follows Anupama and her journey of self discovery. <Spoiler>It opens with Anupama and Anand falling is love and getting married. Her life turns into a fairy tale, until she discovers a white patch on her foot on fine day and it is diagnosed to be leukoderma. Soon her Mother-in-law realizes that Anupama is afflicted with leukoderma and kicks her out of the house. She returns to her house, in the village, three years pass by but nothing seemed to get better and she is now on the brink of suicide. But decides not to commit suicide and instead moves to Mumbai. She she starts a new life and works as a Sanskrit Teacher. One day her paths cross with Anand, and he begs her to forgive him and come back. However, Anupama clearly tells him no says that she will never ever come back into his life.</Spoiler>
MY THOUGHTS
holy moly! This book is the epitome of girl power. I love love love this book. definitely worth reading if you haven't already. Sudha Murthy has done it again, she has made me cry like a baby again.
The book follows Anupama and her journey of self discovery. <Spoiler>It opens with Anupama and Anand falling is love and getting married. Her life turns into a fairy tale, until she discovers a white patch on her foot on fine day and it is diagnosed to be leukoderma. Soon her Mother-in-law realizes that Anupama is afflicted with leukoderma and kicks her out of the house. She returns to her house, in the village, three years pass by but nothing seemed to get better and she is now on the brink of suicide. But decides not to commit suicide and instead moves to Mumbai. She she starts a new life and works as a Sanskrit Teacher. One day her paths cross with Anand, and he begs her to forgive him and come back. However, Anupama clearly tells him no says that she will never ever come back into his life.</Spoiler>
MY THOUGHTS
holy moly! This book is the epitome of girl power. I love love love this book. definitely worth reading if you haven't already. Sudha Murthy has done it again, she has made me cry like a baby again.
ronaldhadrian's review against another edition
4.0
Good novel. Simple and Feminist. The concept is quite simple. Women should not need someone. A woman should stand on her own, that is the crux of the novel.