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E. M. Forster: Howards End 4 stars

Howards End is a novel by E. M. Forster, first published in 1910, about social …

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4 stars

Howards End is story shedding light on social conventions, codes of conduct and relationships in turn-of-the-century England. A strong-willed and intelligent woman refuses to allow the pretensions of her husband's smug English family to ruin her life. It was for free on Shabd.in so I gave it a read and it was definitely worth it.

Thomas Hardy: Woodlanders (Wordsworth Classics) (Wordsworth Collection) (Paperback, 1998, Wordsworth Editions Ltd) 4 stars

When country-girl Grace Melbury returns home from her middle-class school she feels she has risen …

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4 stars

I came across this book on Shabd.in and gave it a read and it was definitely a good read. Keeping up with the characters and how they showcased their emotions was amazing. 'The Woodlanders' is a timeless masterpiece that showcases Thomas Hardy's skill as a writer and his keen understanding of the human condition. With its evocative portrayal of nature, complex characters, and exploration of love, class, and societal pressures, the novel remains a compelling read for both fans of Hardy's work and lovers of classic literature. It stands as a poignant reminder of the enduring power of nature and the intricate complexities of the human heart.

Aravind Adiga: The White Tiger (2008, Free Press) 4 stars

The White Tiger is a novel by Indian author Aravind Adiga. It was published in …

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4 stars

"The moment you recognize what is beautiful in this world, you stop being a slave."

I read this book on shabd.in and gave this a read and this was definitely an interesting read. One of the strengths of The White Tiger is its unflinching portrayal of the stark divide between the rich and poor in India. it skillfully weaves together elements of social critique, dark humor, and a compelling narrative to shed light on the harsh realities faced by those at the bottom of the socio-economic ladder.

Kim Stanley Robinson: The Ministry for the Future (Paperback, 2021, Orbit) 4 stars

Established in 2025, the purpose of the new organization was simple: To advocate for the …

Honest review

4 stars

The book occupies a peculiar spot between fiction and non-fiction. The book features individuals, it even drives home a powerful point about individual engagement but it is not focused on personal stories. This book aims to be a draw-you-in page turner built on a foundation of current events and present-day science, extrapolated into a claustrophobic tale of human survival in a hostile environment and it does succeed in this. I enjoyed it quite a lot and do sincerely believe that it should be available on more platforms like Shabd.in so that others can read it too.

reviewed Sea of Poppies by Amitav Ghosh (Ibis Trilogy, #1)

Amitav Ghosh: Sea of Poppies (Paperback, 2008, Brand: Farrar, Straus and Giroux, Farrar, Straus and Giroux) 4 stars

Sea Of Poppies

4 stars

I Came across this book on one of the sites I frequent Shabd.in and gave it a read. and it was amazing. I give a high place to Ghosh among contemporary English Authors from India. A beautifully written historical novel about 1830's India in the grip of the opium trade.

reviewed The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath (Faber paper covered editions)

Sylvia Plath: The Bell Jar (Paperback, 1974, Faber & Faber) 4 stars

We follow Esther Greenwood's personal life from her summer job in New York with Ladies' …

The Bell Jar

4 stars

"If you expect nothing from somebody you are never disappointed." So I came across this book by pure chance on one of the websites I frequent shabd.in and gave it a read and and i am glad i did so. The story itself is so poignantly written that it really evokes strong emotions in you. Sylvia Plath's writing is brutally honest and raw. She doesn't shy away from portraying the challenges and complexities of mental illness.

John Green: The Fault in Our Stars (2014) 4 stars

The Fault in Our Stars is a novel by John Green. It is his fourth …

My heartfelt opinion about this book

5 stars

Easily one of the best books I have read this now. I experienced such plethora of emotions while reading it. I cried with the characters, laughed with them and loved with them all the same. I wish I could read it for the first time all over again....!!!