The book explores India’s rich history and cultural heritage through four detailed sections: The Origins, North India, South India, and In Durance Vile, covering timelines from ancient civilizations to British rule. It delves into the achievements of the Vedic era, development of literature and science, and the societal transitions under different dynasties. The narrative highlights key events and the effects of British colonialism. Author M. Jankiraman presents a well-researched, engaging analysis with visuals that make history accessible. This book is a must-read for younger generations to appreciate and reconnect with India’s historical significance.

Armaan Oshnov, a notorious playboy, seeks to prove his love for Navya Mehra, a strong-willed woman who’s vowed never to love. Their intense chemistry and unresolved passions fuel a high-stakes romance amidst family betrayals, old wounds, and hidden motives. The author skillfully develops Armaan’s character, showing him as open about his feelings, while Navya remains empowered and challenging. Themes of love, revenge, family, and complex emotions are woven with unexpected twists. Fast-paced and addictive, the story grips readers with its drama, passion, and intrigue.

The Fabulous Mums of Champion Valley by Zarreen Khan offers a witty and insightful look into modern parenting and the lives of wealthy mothers. The story follows Ambika, a primary school teacher, as she navigates not only her students but also the demanding, high-society moms whose behavior impacts their children. As Ambika connects with her students, she uncovers the reality behind the glamorous facades of these mothers. Zarreen’s sharp humor and clever prose highlight societal issues, motherhood, and female friendships. Overall, it's an entertaining and thought-provoking read on modern parenting.

Thapathi’s Tale explores the journey of a woman in post-independence India, highlighting her experiences from childhood to adulthood. It captures key phases of her life, from excelling in education and navigating marriage to balancing a career and family. Set against societal changes, the book portrays the evolving roles of women, with nostalgic references to cultural shifts and family traditions. The author reflects on the progress of women and their growing voices. Overall, it’s a poignant memoir of growth, challenges, and adaptation.

British Invented Jesus to Cheat and Win is a critical examination of the New Testament, questioning the authenticity of Jesus' story through meticulous research. The book explores the origins of the New Testament, political agendas, and historical contexts that shaped Christianity. It challenges conventional beliefs, urging readers to rethink the truth behind religious narratives. Presented with clarity and depth, the book is ideal for those interested in exploring the intersection of faith, history, and myth.

This book is a powerful narrative that sheds light on humanity's impact on the environment, urging readers to reconsider their relationship with nature. Through the adventures of Ila, a young girl preparing for a science fair, the story explores crucial topics like climate change, ecosystems, and the origins of the universe. With child-friendly narration and enchanting characters, it makes complex scientific concepts accessible and engaging. The graphic novel-like illustrations add to its appeal, making it an essential read for all ages. Ultimately, it's a call to action for preserving our planet.

Invisible Hands of the Indian Economy by Suhanaa Setty highlights the often-overlooked contributions of women to society and the economy. The book explores the lives of 22 women from diverse backgrounds, showcasing their sacrifices and the silent roles they play in balancing work, home, and family. It critiques the entrenched patriarchy that undervalues women's labor, despite their critical impact. Setty's work is a call for recognition and appreciation of women's multifaceted contributions. The straightforward narrative and accompanying photographs enhance the book's powerful message.

Kyra Seth's romance novel captivates with its fast-paced, engaging narrative that delves into themes like eating disorders, fat shaming, inheritance, and therapy. The strong, complex female protagonist, Isha, brings a refreshing perspective, overshadowing the men around her while maintaining a balanced and respectful relationship with Veer. Kyra's witty narration, authentic portrayal of real-life issues, and electric chemistry between the characters make the book hard to put down. The supporting characters are well-developed, enhancing the overall story. The only downside is that the book feels too short, leaving readers wanting more.

Temptation by Sapna Bhog is a masterfully crafted family saga filled with drama, intense chemistry, and unforgettable characters. The story serves as a prequel to the Sehgal family's love-filled chaos, focusing on the captivating romance between Sheena Sehgal and Rajiv Mehra, whose secrets could either strengthen or destroy their relationship. The fast-paced narrative blends past and present, highlighting themes of self-discovery, healing, and trust. The introduction of new characters hints at future love stories, while the protagonists emerge as a powerful, ambitious couple.

If you’re curious about what happens when chaos collides with discipline, and the sparks that fly when opposites attract, then you must read this sizzling, heart-warming novel. It’s a story that not only entertains but also touches your heart, making you believe in the beauty of love and the power of personal growth.

The dog who unleashed the truth and other stories The dog who unleashed the truth and other stories Author: Suresh Nair Rating  3/5 Book Reviewed By – Sameeksha Manerkar A satirical novel that gives a dog’s perspective on the absurdities of human behaviour—now that’s a premise that immediately piques your interest, right? When I … The dog who unleashed the truth and other stories Read More »

White Blood book review White Blood Author: Nanak Singh Translator: Dilraj Singh Suri Rating  4/5 Book Reviewed By – Sameeksha Manerkar Reading translated literature always offers a profound opportunity to delve into the roots of a culture’s history. White Blood broadens readers’ perspectives with its richly translated narrative. The book masterfully navigates the dark … White Blood by Nanak Singh Read More »

Prataprao and the legend of the seven Book: Prataprao and the legend of the seven Author: Alok Jadhav Rating  5/5 Book Reviewed By – Sameeksha Manerkar Do you love reading history? The wars, battles, warriors who sacrificed for us? Prataprao and legend of the seven is the answer to the above question. A book … Prataprao and the legend of the seven by Alok Jadhav Read More »

Trapped in an embrace Book: Trapped in an ebrace Author: asim razi Rating  5/5 Book Reviewed By – Sameeksha Manerkar Have you ever felt trapped by the decisions you made? You might be someone who got just the right amount of everything but still unhappy and unsatisfied. Our protagonist has everything but is unhappy, … Trapped in an embrace by Asim Razi Read More »

Blaze Book: Blaze Author: Nidhi Poddar and Sushil Poddar Rating  5/5 Book Reviewed By – Sameeksha Manerkar Have you ever questioned your capacity? How much pain are we able to combat? Most of the time, we feel the worst about our circumstances but eventually, realize how insignificant our issues are and that we should … Blaze by Nidhi Poddar and Sushil Poddar Read More »

Moms in the wild Book: Moms in the wild Author: Nidhi Raichand Rating  4/5 Book Reviewed By – Sameeksha Manerkar Moms in the Wild is a title that made me curious and dwells in my world of thoughts, trying to decode even before reading it. The book surprised me with its thrilling, witty narration … Moms In The Wild by Nidhi Raichand Read More »

How the mango got its magic Book: How the mango got its magic Author: Sudha Murty Rating  5/5 Book Reviewed By – Sameeksha Manerkar Sudha Murty has a comforting way of teaching life lessons through her elegant stories. Her words feel like a giant hug. Her books are valuable and easily understandable. I am … How the mango got its magic by Sudha Murty Read More »

Love & (mellow) Drama Book:Love & (Mellow) Drama Author:Manali Desai Rating  5/5 Book Reviewed By – Sameeksha Manerkar “If you’ve got what you want, you’re living the best life. If you’ve not got what you want, you’ve still got to make it your best life with whatever you get.” A Mumbaikar student’s soul was … Love and mellow drama by Manali Desai Read More »

Health Cocktail Book:Health Cocktail Author:Dr.Deepika Krishna Rating  4/5 Book Reviewed By – Sameeksha Manerkar QOTD: WHAT’S THE WORST HEALTH RELATED AD YOU HAVE COME ACROSS? Have you ever tried a lot of remedies for quick solutions to your health problems? Have you seen ads that claim to lose weight in 7 days? There have … Health Cocktail by Dr. Deepika Krishna Read More »

Bits and pieces Book:BITS and Pieces Author:Harshita Nanda Rating  4/5 Book Reviewed By – Sameeksha Manerkar April/May is a month of nostalgia.The stress of vivas,The anxiety of writing exams,The planning of things to do on vacation,The relief after exams end! School/College life is a nostalgic dose we cannot forget. It’s the most cherishing time … BITS and pieces by Harshita Nanda Read More »

Bad girl gone Wicked Book:Bad girl gone Wicked Author: Shilpa Suraj Rating  5/5 Book Reviewed By – Sameeksha Manerkar When I read Shilpa Suraj’s book, I try to find myself in her characters. I feel like being one of her characters because they are the epitome of bold, challenging stereotypical characters through her diverse … Bad girl gone wicked by Shilpa Suraj Read More »

Bad girl gone Rogue Book:Bad girl gone Rogue Author: Andaleeb Wajid Rating  5/5 Book Reviewed By – Sameeksha Manerkar Book 2 in the Bad Girl series talks about the next girl in the trio Inaya Khan, the CEO of Ixora Skincare, an epitome of a self-made woman. While she has achieved so many things, … Bad girl gone rogue by Andaleeb Wajid Read More »

Bad girl gone good Book:Bad girl gone Good Author: Alisha Kay Rating  5/5 Book Reviewed By – Sameeksha Manerkar ThinkYou always want to live a low-key life. You wish to stay out of trouble and scandals.You are a sweet innocent person who does not want drama in life.  Now, let’s compare what you want versus what … Bad girl gone good by Alisha Kay Read More »

The modesty and majesty of being Book: The modesty and majesty of being Author: Dhaval Rathod Rating  5/5 Book Reviewed By – Sameeksha Manerkar Reading poetry always feels like a reality check in the sweetest way possible. This book is one such reality check that offers us a wide range of emotions that are … The modesty and majesty of being by Dhaval Rathod Read More »

Once upon a kiss Book:Once upon a kiss Author: Shilpa Suraj Rating  5/5 Book Reviewed By – Sameeksha Manerkar Nothing beats the happiness of knowing that Shilpa Suraj has a new book releasing soon. You don’t need the blurb or the title to plan if you will pick her book. That’s the charm she … Once upon a kiss by Shilpa Suraj Read More »

Ladies’ Tailor Book:Ladies’ Tailor Author: Priya Hajela Rating  5/5 Book Reviewed By – Sameeksha Manerkar Partition. Pre-Independence. Post-Independence. India. Pakistan.  Hindu. Muslim. Sikh. War. Massacres. Refugee. We read these words, acknowledge them, and move on.  We never try to understand their real meaning and the horror memories attached to them.  ‘Ladies’ Tailor’ by Priya … Ladies’ Tailor by Priya Hajela Read More »

My Enemy Book:My Enemy Author: Sapna Bhog Rating  5/5 Book Reviewed By – Sameeksha Manerkar The book series ‘Bond of Brothers’ has piqued readers’ interest from the very beginning.The book is more of a mystery thriller in the romance genre. Book 3 in the bond of brothers book is about Aaryan Rajpoot, a very … My Enemy by Sapna Bhog Read More »

My perfect bride Book: My perfect bride Author: Divine Earth Rating  5/5 Book Reviewed By – Sameeksha Manerkar A business deal that started as a compromise turned into a chain of regrets. A regret turned into a fatal heart. A decision made that can change multiple lives forever. And in between these streams of … My perfect bride By Divine Earth Read More »

Once upon a mistake Book:Once upon a mistake Author: Shilpa Suraj Rating  4/5 Book Reviewed By – Sameeksha Manerkar A farewell party from student life after MBA turned into the worst mistake. Friends whose life turn upside down. An engagement turned into regret. Once upon a mistake keeps readers hooked on the storyline with … Once upon a mistake by Shilpa Suraj Read More »

The Magic Mindset by Preeti Shenoy Book:The Magic Mindset Author: Preeti Shenoy Rating  4/5 Book Reviewed By – Sameeksha Manerkar What’s a positive day according to you? Getting caught up in our own world of hustle makes us feel demotivated, negative, and we start judging ourselves. During such times, the book ‘The Magic Mindset’ … The Magic Mindset by Preeti Shenoy Read More »

Lucky for you by Andaleeb Wajid Book:Lucky for you Author: Andaleeb Wajid Rating  5/5 Book Reviewed By – Sameeksha Manerkar Last book. Last couple. The last time, entering, the Starville building. The last time there was a funny, messy, chaotic incident! The last book in the series. The claustrophobic thought that I would never … Lucky for you by Andaleeb Wajid Read More »

Rising 30 Women Who changed india Book:Rising 30 Women Who changed india Author: Kiran Manral Rating  4/5 Book Reviewed By – Sameeksha Manerkar I sit by a beautiful reading nook on one of my trips and observe the hottest summer ever experienced. I compare my past and present summer. I watch a woman hold … Rising 30 Women Who Changed India by Kiran Manral Read More »

Princess & Prejudice Book:Princess & Prejudice Author: Alisha Kay Rating  5/5 Book Reviewed By – Sameeksha Manerkar The book stars the brother of Nivy Sharma and the sister of Veerendra Singh, the most intriguing characters, which were a shocking revelation from the last book. This book begins with the thrilling wedding preparations of Veer-Nivy. … Princess & Prejudice by Alisha Kay Read More »

Zero Day Book:Zero day Author: S.HUSSAIN ZAIDI Rating  5/5 Book Reviewed By – Sameeksha Manerkar Have you ever received WhatsApp messages/warnings saying do not click on any suspicious messages? While installing any app, do you click on the Next button without even checking what permissions you allow? If you said yes to any of … Zero day by S.HUSSAIN ZAIDI Read More »

Terrifying Heartlands Book:Terrifying Heartlands Author: Neelabh Pratap Singh Rating  4/5 Book Reviewed By – Sameeksha Manerkar Yet another story by  Neelabh Pratap Singh – who is back with a new book in the ‘Heartland series.’ Diya Rai and SI Dev are on a mission to solve the next case. But their recent encounters have … Terrifying Heartlands by Neelabh Pratap Singh Read More »

Forever Yours Book:Forever Yours Author: Alisha Kay, Shilpa Suraj, Andaleeb Wajid Rating  5/5 Book Reviewed By – Sameeksha Manerkar The book is a collaborated effort of three authors united for a mind-blowing Bachelor’s party goa. Three couples, three twisted relationships, finding their way to choose love above everything else. Part 1 – Hatefully Yours … Forever Yours by Alisha Kay, Shilpa Suraj, Andaleeb Wajid Read More »

This time, Forever Book:This time, Forever Author: Andaleeb Wajid Rating  5/5 Book Reviewed By – Sameeksha Manerkar Reading any book by Andalleb ma’am is intense in itself. Jawad is an introverted person with compassion. Love. Who wants to confess love to his wife. Wife! Yes! Jawad and Tanzeen have been married for four years, … This time, Forever by Andaleeb Wajid Read More »

rudrabaan Book:Rudrabaan Author: Nitya Neelakantan Rating  5/5 Book Reviewed By – Sameeksha Manerkar The book begins by introducing the female protagonist Shruti, who is a proud pet-cafe owner. She is high on attitude but kind by heart, always ready to stand for herself and others. She has her pet-cafe anniversary coming up and is … Rudrabaan by Nitya Neelakantan Read More »

Yuktahaar -The Belly and Brain Diet Book: Yuktahaar-The Belly and Brain Diet Author: munmun ganeriwal Rating  5/5 Book Reviewed By – Sameeksha Manerkar Have you ever randomly checked to diet and lifestyle ideas from random videos or blogs? Did you try to utilize that diet in your own ways? If you have done any … Yuktahaar -The Belly And Brain Diet by Munmun Ganeriwal Read More »

Maybe this time Book: Maybe This Time Author: Andaleeb Wajid Rating  5/5 Book Reviewed By – Sameeksha Manerkar In the reluctant romance series, I found myself relating to every character. It made me rethink my behaviors and decisions. The same happened with Kamran, who felt like an antagonist all this time, specifically made a … Maybe this time Read More »

Pali Book: Pali Author: Bhisham Sahni Rating  5/5 Book Reviewed By – Sameeksha Manerkar The book starts with letting us sink in the horror that broke out after partition was declared and when people had to move across borders.Manohar Lal’s family had joined the caravan of the countless uprooted people heading for India. While … Pali by Bhisham Sahni Read More »

Raging Heartlands Book: Raging Heartlands Author: Neelabh Pratap Singh Rating  4/5 Book Reviewed By – Sameeksha Manerkar The book begins with protagonist Diya, shifting to Dhanpur, as she loses her job. When she reaches there, things turn messier that exact moment. she finds herself thrown into trouble: her father has been accused of murdering … Raging Heartlands Read More »

A Thousand Splendid Suns​ Book: A Thousand Splendid Suns Author: Khalid Hosseini Rating  5/5 Book Reviewed By – Sameeksha Manerkar The book revolves around protagonists Mariam and Laila and their highs and lows in Afghanistan. I have so much to say about this book right from the places I visited- Herat and Kabul. The … A Thousand Splendid Suns Read More »