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30 April 2022 | Saturday · 10:30 AM

Lessons In Chemistry | Book Review

Lessons In Chemistry | Book Review

And yes, I finally got my hands on Lessons In Chemistry this week! Being one of the most anticipated books of 2022, it marks yet another rollicking debut of 2022, in the most flamboyant fashion.

This is the story of Elizabeth Zott, a self educated, able and competent chemist. Pursuing her research on abiogenesis, she is constantly on the receiving end of discrimination and injustice, being a woman. Upon loosing her formal job, she finds herself don the role of a cooking show – reluctantly albeit. And bang! The show is a runaway success. And, Zott becomes an inspiration for the women across the nation.

A few pages into the book and you know you have a winner at hand. This was a perfect setting for a scintillating, humorous read with a sharp message.

The first thing that I loved about this book was the two unforgettable characters of …

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16 April 2022 | Saturday · 11:29 AM

Finlay Donovan Knocks ‘Em Dead | Book Review

Finlay Dockovan Knocks 'Em Dead | Book Review

There is a special thrill in reading books from a series as opposed to stand alone books. Mostly, you get attached to the recurring characters. There is some sort of continuity in their plots which each sequel carries forward. Now, it is upon the author how well they execute it. Elle Cosimano’s Finlay Donovan Knocks ‘Em Dead is a super entertaining read which made me regret not having read it’s prequel yet.

The story, in a nutshell, revolves around an inconspicuous and routine internet forum for women. On the face of it, it provides frustrated women to rant about their useless husbands & boyfriends. But as it would become apparent, it is just a front for something far more sinister. Some coded messages, some dangerous games!

We have our protagonist Finlay chancing upon one such threat to her ex husband’s life. And off starts a journey of adventure and thrill …

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7 April 2022 | Thursday · 4:01 PM

Dinner With The Schnabels (Toni Jordan)🥉

Dinner With The Schnabels | Book Review

Winner: 3rd Ranked Book 2022

An adorable, funny and heart-warming book. Dinner With The Schnabels bowled me over instantly! It wouldn’t be an overstatement to say, this is the funniest book I have read to date! A modern day classic from Toni Jordan!

Set amidst the pandemic lockdowns, it is a sweet story of the Schnabel family. It begins with Tansy Schnabel visiting a law firm seeking divorce related advise. Her husband, Simon Larsen has lost his business to the lockdown and is stationed at home entangled in a sundry of household chores and a stagnant life.

A landscaping assignment for a friend comes calling. Being the venue of Tansy’s estranged father’s memorial service, it is bound by an impossibly unforgiving deadline. As Simon slugs through this daunting task, the story takes you on a joy ride with the arrival of an unexpected guest, two adorable kids and …

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11 March 2022 | Friday · 3:47 PM

Wahala (Nikki May)

Wahala | Book Review

Trouble! The literal meaning of Wahala. And, the book – a complete riot! This is one heck of a debut, adding to the ever growing list of stunning books from first-time authors. A wacky read, Wahala is a fun filled entertainer from the word go. Friendship, misunderstandings, love and deceit – spun together with some splendid writing by Nikki May.

Wahala is the story of three mixed race friends, namely Ronke, Boo and Simi. Now living in London, the three are inseparable and always have each other’s back. But only until the conniving Isobel interlopes and causes havoc in their friendship.

Nikki May takes you through the parallel stories of each character as Isobel dislodges their lives. Isobel who is Simi’s friend from school, gains entry into their gang. Consequently, her vile intentions soon take root. First, in soft soaping Boo to become her puppet. And next, brain washing …

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5 January 2022 | Wednesday · 3:40 PM

One Hundred Years Of Lenni And Margot | Book Review

One Hundred Years Of Lenni And Margot | Book Review

An emotional, endearing & inspiring tale of an unexpected yet extraordinary friendship. This debut novel by Marianne Cronin boasts of a most unique & magnetic plot that draws you towards it instantly. I am in awe of the author to have had such a beautiful imagination and putting it into words laced with some quirky wit, humor and emotion all throughout this lovable book.

One Hundred Years Of Lenni And Margot is the story of 17 year old Lenni who is terminally ill and living in what they called the “May Ward” of the hospital and 83 year old Margot from the next ward who is fighting a serious heart condition. As fate would have it, they bump into each other unexpectedly and strike an instant bond of ever lasting friendship.

As Lenni And Margot attend the Art classes in the newly set Rose Room, they discover they have together …

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13 July 2021 | Tuesday · 9:22 PM

Anxious People (Fredrik Backman) | Book Review

Anxious People | Book Review

Funny, witty, heart warming with elements of surprise that pique your curiosity – Fredrik Backman has it all in this extremely enjoyable book that translates into many hours of happy reading. Anxious People is not just a light hearted fiction, it’s real win stands in teaching us some invaluable lessons of life, without actually preaching them.

The book is alternating between three stories – a suicide off a bridge, a prevented suicide off the same bridge & a failed robbery turning into a hostage drama. It is fascinating to read is how the three stories gradually turn out to be intertwined.

The setting of the book – an apartment viewing – where all the action is – it is an interesting & unusual premise, allowing the author to play around with so many different characters, each with unique defining traits – finding themselves locked together in this situation. The sequence …

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