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The Sun and Her Flowers : Book Review

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The Sun and Her Flowers By Rupi Kaur It’s the second book on poetry I have read and that also of the same author. I never thought I am going to ever read rather enjoy this genre. But as is always said ‘Never Say Never’, So here I am today writing the book review of this genre. And as it’s my second read of this author so this gives enough hint that that yes I like her writing style. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and looking forward to reading more of her books. This book is segregated into five sections: Wilting, falling, rooting, rising and blooming. The book is not generalized on one single topic. In each section, the collection of poems are based on five different scenarios. While Wilting is about grief where someone leaves you with a sickening feeling, Falling is all about self-abandonment. Rooting, on the other hand, is all about respecting and nurturing one’s roots and Rising is about self-love. Lastly, Blooming about empowering oneself. As w...

I Am M-M-Mumbai : Book Review

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I Am M-M-Mumbai by Rishi Vohra Rishi contacted me to give a read to his book, initially I was skeptical but after reading the synopsis I decided to give it a read and I must say I didn’t regret my decision even once while reading. It’s a simple story and a quick read having a freshness in the writing style. You won’t keep the book down before completing it, it’s like watching a romcom which you can’t just turn-off in between. Overall, it gave me a feel-good factor after reading. One thing which I liked about the book is it reminded us that Stammering is not to be made fun of. Rather it's a verbal disability like any other physical or mental disability. Stammering needs proper medical treatment like any other medical ailment. And the line which struck me the most: “When life brings you rock bottom, the only direction to move in is up.” Storyline: There is nothing explicit about the story. A simple plot is written in an entertaining style which would hold your inte...