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Diamonds are forever, so are morals is an autobiography of Govind Dholakia as told to Arun Tiwari and Kamlesh Yagnik. Govind Dholakia, is a business tycoon, a renowned name in the diamond industry, and a figure who is an inspiration for a lot of people.
This book attracts the readers from the title itself which says a lot not only about the one it is written about but about life in general as well. Having 10 chapters in the book, each starting with a Sanskrit Shloka, and having them in between as well was something that I admired. The Shlokas, deeply impacted not only the life of Arvind Dholakia as an individual, but deeply are deeply impactful to the readers as well. There are pictures in between which makes it captivating.
Coming from an agricultural family background in a village, the book explores the journey of Mr. Dholakia in detail. His determination, ambition, humble nature, standing on morals, and being grounded throughout life are something to learn from. Mr. Dholkia has a great spiritual connection and journey which significantly impacted his life and could be seen in the book through the writing, mentions, and references.
Being a book that is capable of inspiring others, the chapters do not follow any timeline and do changes in between as well, which makes it a little difficult to follow the story. Also, in some places, it felt like there is an overflow of information, which leads to a lack of interest in the reader, but eventually, with the life lessons and learnings, this book suppresses that feeling.
If you are looking forward to finding some motivation and life lessons from an autobiographical book, you can check it out.
This book attracts the readers from the title itself which says a lot not only about the one it is written about but about life in general as well. Having 10 chapters in the book, each starting with a Sanskrit Shloka, and having them in between as well was something that I admired. The Shlokas, deeply impacted not only the life of Arvind Dholakia as an individual, but deeply are deeply impactful to the readers as well. There are pictures in between which makes it captivating.
Coming from an agricultural family background in a village, the book explores the journey of Mr. Dholakia in detail. His determination, ambition, humble nature, standing on morals, and being grounded throughout life are something to learn from. Mr. Dholkia has a great spiritual connection and journey which significantly impacted his life and could be seen in the book through the writing, mentions, and references.
Being a book that is capable of inspiring others, the chapters do not follow any timeline and do changes in between as well, which makes it a little difficult to follow the story. Also, in some places, it felt like there is an overflow of information, which leads to a lack of interest in the reader, but eventually, with the life lessons and learnings, this book suppresses that feeling.
If you are looking forward to finding some motivation and life lessons from an autobiographical book, you can check it out.
Samsara is the debut book by author Saksham Garg. A blend of Indian mythology and fantasy, this book explores the journey of not only Aman Chandra but ten other souls of Samsara as well. The souls of Samsara are on a journey, a journey which not only will change their life, but the life of everyone concerned, the life of the entire nation. So let’s not talk more about what the story is about, which you can check in the blurb(attached in the ending), let’s talk about what I felt about the story, writing, and the book.
The book is divided into three parts and picks up the interest from the initial chapters itself. The threads which we did not realize while reading were loosened in the first part and almost till the end of the second part when connects from the end of the second part was mind-blowing in literal terms. Things that we didn’t see coming from anywhere gets in front of us and made us realize that it was always in front of us, it was just the fact that Saksham wrote it so magnificently, that it made a perfect picture in front of us.
The book was a delight to read. Although the book was a little slow till half of the second part, why it was the way was resolved in the last part, made the slowness worth it. I just feel that the world-building could have been a little better, and the ending a little subtle.
Being compared to Harry Potter, I understand that some scenes and parts of the story were inspired by it, which as a reader you will clearly understand, but I felt that being compared to it thoroughly makes the story of “Samsara” a little discredited. The story and concept come from Indian Mythology at a level, the writing brings originality, and makes us connect with them on different levels. Thus, looking at it and going with it as a reader for “Samsara” will give a better reading experience than going got it as “India’s answer to Harry Potter”.
I’ll recommend this book to all of those who want s little different book from their mood and genre, and dive into the world of mythological fantasy, fantasy being a little more than mythology. This book was a surprise book for me, making me exiting and breath-taking while reading it, and thrilled to read the next part of it. I would give this book 4 out of 5 stars.
The book is divided into three parts and picks up the interest from the initial chapters itself. The threads which we did not realize while reading were loosened in the first part and almost till the end of the second part when connects from the end of the second part was mind-blowing in literal terms. Things that we didn’t see coming from anywhere gets in front of us and made us realize that it was always in front of us, it was just the fact that Saksham wrote it so magnificently, that it made a perfect picture in front of us.
The book was a delight to read. Although the book was a little slow till half of the second part, why it was the way was resolved in the last part, made the slowness worth it. I just feel that the world-building could have been a little better, and the ending a little subtle.
Being compared to Harry Potter, I understand that some scenes and parts of the story were inspired by it, which as a reader you will clearly understand, but I felt that being compared to it thoroughly makes the story of “Samsara” a little discredited. The story and concept come from Indian Mythology at a level, the writing brings originality, and makes us connect with them on different levels. Thus, looking at it and going with it as a reader for “Samsara” will give a better reading experience than going got it as “India’s answer to Harry Potter”.
I’ll recommend this book to all of those who want s little different book from their mood and genre, and dive into the world of mythological fantasy, fantasy being a little more than mythology. This book was a surprise book for me, making me exiting and breath-taking while reading it, and thrilled to read the next part of it. I would give this book 4 out of 5 stars.
Kubbra Sait was not an unknown face to me, she was an unknown personality. I have had saw her in some pictures of media here and there, sometimes her Instagram pictures or in some news articles, but have never seen any movie, advertisement, video, interview, or work to say at all, and so when this book got published, what intrigued me was the title, "Open Book". And then I asked for it, got it, and read it.
Open Book by Kubbra Sait is her memoir, which on the cover itself she says is "not quite a memoir" which you see getting evolve through the journey of the book.
The book talks in detail about her equations with her mother, Yasmin Sait, who have a deep impact on her personality, decisions, and where she is today, her father, Zakaria Sait, and with her brother, Danish Sait, and talks about the sibling's relationship. The part when Kubbra was talking about Danish's mental health, even though very subtly and in few words was such a fragile moment while reading that it took me a long time to just pause the book and reflect upon it!
From talking about the continuous shifting of schools because of the system and how she was treated there, going to Dubai and her first professional portfolio,
and making her way in the film industry, acting methods and portraying Cuckoo in Sacred Games and getting into her character, trolls, and social media, dating various guys and learning from that relationship, and the part where she talks about tight hugs which are my favorite, she talks in detail about each phase of her life and what she learned through them and that lessons are something which as a reader will affect you.
The only thing to keep in mind while reading the book is the factor of individuality and generalization. What worked for her might not work for you and what did not work for her might work significantly for you. And so, while reading, do consider and keep in mind who you are as a person, the difference in context, situations, and scenarios, and you are good to go ahead with this. And after reading this book, I am much intrigued to watch her movies, interviews, and her other works as well! A book I'll definitely recommend. I would give this book 4 out of 5 stars.
Open Book by Kubbra Sait is her memoir, which on the cover itself she says is "not quite a memoir" which you see getting evolve through the journey of the book.
The book talks in detail about her equations with her mother, Yasmin Sait, who have a deep impact on her personality, decisions, and where she is today, her father, Zakaria Sait, and with her brother, Danish Sait, and talks about the sibling's relationship. The part when Kubbra was talking about Danish's mental health, even though very subtly and in few words was such a fragile moment while reading that it took me a long time to just pause the book and reflect upon it!
From talking about the continuous shifting of schools because of the system and how she was treated there, going to Dubai and her first professional portfolio,
and making her way in the film industry, acting methods and portraying Cuckoo in Sacred Games and getting into her character, trolls, and social media, dating various guys and learning from that relationship, and the part where she talks about tight hugs which are my favorite, she talks in detail about each phase of her life and what she learned through them and that lessons are something which as a reader will affect you.
The only thing to keep in mind while reading the book is the factor of individuality and generalization. What worked for her might not work for you and what did not work for her might work significantly for you. And so, while reading, do consider and keep in mind who you are as a person, the difference in context, situations, and scenarios, and you are good to go ahead with this. And after reading this book, I am much intrigued to watch her movies, interviews, and her other works as well! A book I'll definitely recommend. I would give this book 4 out of 5 stars.
The World’s Worst Pets by David Walliams is a collection of 10 tales where there are various pets, some are worse, and some are worst! Illustrated and coloured beautifully by Adam Stower, this book is not only for children but could be easily enjoyed by adults as well.
The stories are about the pets who make the lives of their owners hell! By possessing different powers, they find various ways of troubling their owners, leaving hilarious moments in between for the readers. From Furp, the biggest goldfish that ever lived who eats everything to a supersonic tortoise – Zoom, this book is full of scandalous, horrible but hilarious pets.
The backbone of this collection is its illustrations. The illustrations are gorgeous and with each page, they make the story more fun, relatable, and easy to read, making it a book that children can enjoy and read easily.
The comfort and light humour that it brings gives the reader various instances to have a good laugh, and thus, it easily became my comfort read.
Although this was my first read in the world’s worst series by the author, I’m definitely intrigued to check more from it.
If you are someone who is looking for a book for children or for yourself for a light, fun, and comfortable read, you should definitely check it out.
Thank you to the publisher for the book in exchange for an honest review!
The stories are about the pets who make the lives of their owners hell! By possessing different powers, they find various ways of troubling their owners, leaving hilarious moments in between for the readers. From Furp, the biggest goldfish that ever lived who eats everything to a supersonic tortoise – Zoom, this book is full of scandalous, horrible but hilarious pets.
The backbone of this collection is its illustrations. The illustrations are gorgeous and with each page, they make the story more fun, relatable, and easy to read, making it a book that children can enjoy and read easily.
The comfort and light humour that it brings gives the reader various instances to have a good laugh, and thus, it easily became my comfort read.
Although this was my first read in the world’s worst series by the author, I’m definitely intrigued to check more from it.
If you are someone who is looking for a book for children or for yourself for a light, fun, and comfortable read, you should definitely check it out.
Thank you to the publisher for the book in exchange for an honest review!
Hymns In Blood by Nanak Singh, translated from Punjabi to English by Navdeep Suri, is set in the timeline of around partition, the book through the journey of various characters digs deeper into how the life of people from different communities and religions living with love and harmony, not only changed but were devastated. Set in the village of Chakri, near river Soan, Baba Bhana is one of the most respected and senior citizens of the village, which everyone regarded, respected, and looked out for. When his dear friend passed away, he took the responsibility for his family having his wife, and children – Naseem and Aziz. And thus comes the beautiful representation of harmony, trust, and faith in each other. It’s not that it’s all happy, sweet, and beautiful, there are problems, difficulties, and adversities, but there is hope, and for me “this is the story of faith and trust”, how it is built, taken care of, and how it tackles the storms, whether gets destroyed or stands firm in it, especially of a strong storm like of partition, which has communal violence, life-threatening events, and heartbreaking visuals.
The situation of Punjab at that time was shown in the book in great detail. The forward of the book itself, written by Nanak Singh in February 1948, just a few months after the partition shooks the readers to the core.
I’ll remember this book for the way it showed the situation at the time of partition, for how slowly it starts and makes us connect with the characters, and then for how it shows the brutality of that time! I’ll remember this book for how impactful it is in the way it conveyed the message that the author witnessed to the readers.
I’ll recommend this book to everyone who wants to read a book on the partition, no matter if it’s your first book about it or you have already read a few.
Read the full detailed review on Blog.
https://jainandgurjar.home.blog/2023/01/10/book-on-partition/
Thank you to the publisher for the book in exchange for an honest review.
The situation of Punjab at that time was shown in the book in great detail. The forward of the book itself, written by Nanak Singh in February 1948, just a few months after the partition shooks the readers to the core.
I’ll remember this book for the way it showed the situation at the time of partition, for how slowly it starts and makes us connect with the characters, and then for how it shows the brutality of that time! I’ll remember this book for how impactful it is in the way it conveyed the message that the author witnessed to the readers.
I’ll recommend this book to everyone who wants to read a book on the partition, no matter if it’s your first book about it or you have already read a few.
Read the full detailed review on Blog.
https://jainandgurjar.home.blog/2023/01/10/book-on-partition/
Thank you to the publisher for the book in exchange for an honest review.