#QOTD – Is a woman ever truly independent in her life? Women now have more access to education, employment, and legal protections that enable them to lead self-determined lives. However, the extent of a woman’s independence will always vary depending on her circumstances, such as her social and economic status, her family needs, and cultural context. Independence by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni is a compelling and … Continue reading Review | Independence by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni

Let me start off by saying that I absolutely loved this book. As someone who has always been interested in Indian mythology and folklore, I was excited to see how R.K. Narayan would retell these stories for a modern audience. And I must say, he did not disappoint. Narayan’s writing style is easy to follow and engaging, making the retelling of these epic stories accessible … Continue reading Review | The Indian Epics Retold by R.K. Narayan

What better way to beat the heat than with a refreshing drink and an engaging summer read? Whether you prefer a cold lemonade or a fruity smoothie, pairing it with a great book can transport you to another world and provide a much-needed escape from the sweltering weather. Beach Read is a delightful novel by Emily Henry that tells the story of two writers who … Continue reading Review | Beach Read by Emily Henry

#QOTD – We all know what is a womanizer, but do we know what is the opposite of womanizing? According to Google, a woman who pursues multiple casual relationships with men is called a manizer! Not so common, right! Even my Grammerly is showing that this word is incorrect! The Company of Women by Khushwant Singh is a compelling novel that explores the complex relationships … Continue reading The Company of Women by Khushwant Singh

After a very long time, I stayed up until 5 in the morning to finish reading a book. Better Than the Movies by Lynn Painter is a heartwarming and charming contemporaray romance novel that will leave you with a smile on your face. The book follows Liz Buxbaum, a high school senior who has grown up on romantic comedies and believes in their happy endings. … Continue reading Review | Better Than the Movies by Lynn Painter

#QOTD – What does healing mean to you, and how do you find hope and beauty in difficult times? I came across this collection of poems by Pragati Agarwal – ‘Tomorrow I Will Be Full’, making heartbreak, emptiness, and healing feel beautiful, one poem at a time. Each word will hold your hand to tell a story of hope, when life gets dark and walk … Continue reading Review | Tomorrow I Will Be Full by Pragati Agarwal

#QOTD – Have you read or watched anything that empowered you enough to own your sexuality? I watched “The Vagina Monologues” in the theater almost 7-8 years back and at that point of time I didn’t have the guts to talk about my vagina out loud. But today I can have a conversation all around it. This ground-breaking play written by Eve Ensler in 1996 … Continue reading Review | The Vagina Monologues by Eve Ensler

#QOTD – Do you enjoy historical fiction? Ghostwalk by Rebecca Stott is a beautifully written and deeply haunting novel that blurs the line between fact and fiction. The book opens with Elizabeth Vogelsang, a Cambridge historian, being found drowned, clutching a glass prism in her hand. Her book about Isaac Newton’s involvement with alchemy remains unfinished. Lydia Brooke, a young historian, is then commissioned to … Continue reading Review | Ghostwalk by Rebecca Stott

#QOTD – What is the last romance book that you have loved? I have never been a typical romance reader. Classic novels and their romantic plots are the maximum for me. But very recently, Ira and Nandini suggested me some young adult contemporary love stories. And, those were exactly what I needed to cope with the stress in work and life! I picked up Book … Continue reading Review | Book Lovers by Emily Henry

#QOTD – What are you guys reading these days? I recently finished Cranford by Elizabeth Gaskell. It is less like a novel and more like a collection of some plotless vignetters. In the beginning, it comes across as a collection of short stories, but then you see a connection between the chapters so as to become one continuous whole. The book revolves around a small … Continue reading Review | Cranford by Elizabeth Gaskell