Love at First Byte by Divya Ramaswamy will definitely take you through a phase of life. As soon as I started reading the book, I was reminded of my own early working days in the corporate world. Those first few days of stepping into a new workplace, meeting new people, learning to navigate an unfamiliar …
Book Discussion: The River Weeps: Life and Sexuality in a City Slum
Some books are not simply read; they are felt and lived. They transcend the pages to become experiences you carry with you for a long long time. The River Weeps: Life and Sexuality in a City Slum by Delia Maria Knaebel was one such book for me. I won this book as a prize for …
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Who Moved My Cheese? By Dr Spencer Johnson
When I was in college, my father once brought home a book from his management training. It was a thin little book titled Who Moved My Cheese? The title intrigued me instantly, and I read it in one sitting. I realised the story was a metaphor—one that spoke about our lives, our desires, and the …
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Book Discussion: Before the Coffee Gets Cold — A Tender Brew of Time, Regret, and Hope
When I started reading Toshikazu Kawaguchi’s Before the Coffee Gets Cold, the element of magical realism kept me hooked. I wanted to understand its significance—its origin, its purpose, the whys and the hows behind it. But once I finished reading, I did not get direct answers to my curiosity. Instead, it gently revealed what that …
Book Discussion: For the Love of Apricots by Madhulika Liddle
To begin with, I absolutely loved the vibrant cover of For the Love of Apricots. It instantly evokes nostalgia: summer holidays, jars of homemade jam, and the tangy aroma of pickles. Coming to the story, be prepared to lose yourself in the misty orchards of Mukteshwar, the warmth of its people, and a gentle, heartwarming …
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More Days at the Morisaki Bookshop by Satoshi Yagisawa, Translated by Eric Ozawa.
After reading 'Days at the Morisaki Bookshop,' I was curious to know more about the characters' lives and what the sequel could possibly hold. So, I picked up 'More Days at the Morisaki Bookshop'. Well, I admit, reading the sequel felt like returning home, like a continuation of a life I had briefly stopped and …
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About a Boy by Nick Hornby
'About a Boy' is a witty and quietly emotional novel by Nick Hornby. It explores unlikely friendships, personal growth, and the subtle ways we change each other’s lives. I picked this book for the #Readingwithmuffy June prompt: A book with a strong father figure. At the centre of the story are two characters—Will Freeman, a …
Days at the Morisaki Bookshop by Satoshi Yagisawa (Translated by Eric Ozawa)
Days at the Morisaki Bookshop intrigued me the moment I saw its cover. a beautiful design that any bibliophile would instantly fall in love with. The thought of a cosy bookshop nestled in Jimbocho, Tokyo’s famous book district, felt like a dream. But for Takako, the protagonist, it was far from heaven, at least in …
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Book Review: Small Things Like These By Claire Keegan
After reading a 400-page book for the March prompt, I craved something lighter—a quick yet meaningful read. That’s when I stumbled upon Claire Keegan’s Small Things Like These. At just 85 pages, it intrigued me. Could a story so brief truly leave an impact? The answer is a resounding yes. This novella touched my soul. …
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Book Review: One Hundred Years of Solitude by Gabriel García Márquez
At first glance, 'One Hundred Years of Solitude' by Gabriel García Márquez can feel overwhelming—a labyrinth of names, magical happenings, and sprawling generations. When I began reading it, I couldn’t progress in one go. The story felt dense, the characters tangled, and the slow pace. I had to take a break, let the words settle. …
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