Childhood school memories often hold a special place in our hearts, filled with a mix of nostalgia, laughter, and perhaps a few cringe worthy moments. Here are a few that might resonate: First Day Jitters: That mix of excitement and nervousness on the first day of school. Meeting new classmates, sizing up the teacher, and wondering what the year will hold. Favorite Teachers: Remembering those teachers who made a significant impact, whether through their inspiring lessons, their patience, or their ability to make learning fun. Playground Adventures: The joy of recess, where friendships were fo ..read more

My Review: In the heart of bustling city life, where ambitions clash and secrets lurk, the story of Veda Gadde and Agastya Kondela unfolds, weaving a tale of love, ambition, and betrayal.   Veda Gadde, a luminous dancer, follows her passion with unwavering determination, despite her family's disapproval. With her best friend Priyanka by her side, Veda finds solace in her artistry, pouring her soul into each graceful movement. Yet, beneath her confident facade lies a hidden longing for Agastya, a charismatic politician whose gaze she can never quite meet.   Agastya Kondela, a risin ..read more

Blurb: All Nisha Gaikwad wants is to be left alone… Betrayed by her husband, the only man she’s ever loved, Nisha didn’t just love and lose…she shattered. And all she’s left with are the shards of her broken life. A sparrow with a broken wing. Dull, drab, damaged… Still adjusting to civilian life, ex-Lieutenant Paul Alvares wants very little from life. A stable job, good times with his friends and, above all, escape from his overbearing mother’s matchmaking schemes. Wracked with guilt over the inadvertent role they played in Nisha’s betrayal, Paul and his friend Rahul, offer her a job at ..read more

My Thoughts: Sheena and Rajeev; she’s rich, unapologetic,strong and a princess of the Sehgal group. He’s smart, hard to get, suave business magnate. The dynamics between Sheena, the princess of the Sehgal family, and Rajeev, who appears to be a protective and ruthless figure with his own struggles, promise an interesting narrative. The contrast between Sheena's public image and her private struggles, as well as Rajeev's playboy persona hiding deeper issues, adds complexity to the characters. The mention of identity crisis, navigating fame, and family ties amalgamates with the story and del ..read more

                                                            Blurb: A man dreams of colonising Mars. His quest has a connection with a great ancient civilisation and the mysterious Pharaoh Ankhenaten. 1300 BC, Ancient Egypt The great Pharaoh of the 18th Dynasty—Amenhotep III, takes help of the 'visitors from the sun-disc,’ to save his dying son—Ankhenaten. He will change, they say, and he does! 2021, Simdega, Jharkhand A mysterious creature att ..read more

Blurb: She's so not my type. They call me Saint Marcus. I'm the nice Donovan brother. Rational. Reliable. Boring. Sometimes, I think my whole life is about putting out the fires my brothers like to start. Case in point, when my brother, Leo, kidnapped/rescued Tia Monani. He says he rescued her, but she says he kidnapped her. So, we'll just split the difference. When Leo carried Tia off from under her brother's nose, her brother went after Tia's closest friend, Celine Kramer. I was charged with keeping Celine safe. If only it were so simple. Celine is a foul-mouthed, troublemaking stripper, wh ..read more

 We are almost a month into 2024 and now can safely say I have made resolutions and managed to stick at least to start with. Eat healthier: People often resolve to make better food choices, incorporate more fruits and vegetables, and reduce the intake of unhealthy foods. Losing weight is the byproduct of that.#saynotojunk. Save money/Manage finances better: Many people aim to be more financially responsible, save money, and reduce debt in the coming year.#moneyisimportant Improve mental health: This can involve practices such as mindfulness, meditation, or seeking professional help t ..read more

My Thoughts: A captivating and flavourful love story! The unique characters, Nik and Tanvi, bring their distinct personalities to the narrative, and the analogy with culinary elements adds a delightful touch.  The metaphor of Sev Puri is what comes to my mind to describe the layers and surprises in the book, setting the stage for the rich and multifaceted love story between Nik and Tanvi. The contrast between Nik's reclusive nature and Tanvi's outgoing personality creates a dynamic and engaging relationship. The incorporation of Tanvi's boisterous family adds depth to the story ..read more

  Blurb: Why would anyone want perfection when they could have Vaani Jaishankar instead? Aditya Khamankar was a chartered accountant who built his life on a bedrock of numbers. For no matter what happened, numbers and math never let you down. They stayed the same. And that fundamental fact defined many of his choices. He was the obedient son, the diligent student, the overachieving employee, the reliable friend. All he wanted in his life was routine and sensible discourse. All he craved in that same life was peace and quiet. And then his senior partner’s flighty daughter came home. And ..read more

  Blurb: When a bewitching spell goes wrong… Almost thirty, almost divorced, and about to sell her last pair of Jimmy Choos to make rent, Sitara Singhal thinks she has hit rock bottom. And then she finds out her mother is coming to visit her in London. Which would have been lovely, except that her overbearing mother doesn't know she's getting divorced and Sitara would like to keep it that way until she’s ready to tell her. When her estranged husband, Blake, refuses to pretend they are still married, Sitara’s best friend convinces her to cast a spell on him. But, can someone ..read more