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Book review of The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath

The Bell Jar | Book Review | 1963 | Sylvia Plath

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Sylvia Plath was born in Boston, Massachusetts on October 27, 1932. She pursued her education at Smith College, where she excelled academically and developed her literary talents. After graduating with honors in 1955, she received a Fulbright Scholarship to study at Cambridge University in England. It was during this time that she Read more…

Malgudi Days | Book Review | 1942 | R. K. Narayan

ABOUT THE AUTHOR R. K. Narayan (1906-2001) was an Indian author best known for his insightful portrayal of rural Indian life. His works, primarily set in the fictional South Indian village of Malgudi, captures the essence of ordinary lives with gentle humor. Narayan’s notable works include Swami and Friends, Malgudi Days, The Bachelor of Arts, Read more…

Victory City | Book Review | 2023 | Salman Rushdie

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Born on June 19, 1947, Salman Rushdie is a British-Indian novelist renowned for his magical realism. His seminal work, Midnight’s Children, won the Booker Prize in 1981. This was this novel that established him as a prominent voice in literary circles. Rushdie’s The Satanic Verses (1988) sparked a lot of controversy, with Islamists Read more…

The Night Circus Erin Morgenstern book review

The Night Circus | Book Review | 2011 | Erin Morgenstern

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Erin Morgenstern was born in Marshfield, Massachusetts, on July 8, 1978. She attended Smith College, where she studied theater and studio art, graduating in 2000. Morgenstern’s passion for storytelling stands out in her writing. Morgenstern’s debut novel, The Night Circus (2011), became an instant bestseller. The book went on to be translated Read more…

Club You to Death by Anuja Chauhan book review

Club You To Death | Book Review | 2021 | Anuja Chauhan

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Anuja Chauhan is a prominent Indian author and advertising professional. Chauhan is known for her witty and engaging writing style. Born in 1970, she gained fame with her debut novel, The Zoya Factor, which was later adapted into a Bollywood movie. Her other popular works include Battle for Bittora, Those Pricey Thakur Read more…

White Mughals William Dalrymple book review

White Mughals | Book Review | 2002 | William Dalrymple

ABOUT THE AUTHOR William Dalrymple is a renowned Scottish historian, writer, and broadcaster. Dalrymple is celebrated for his works on the history and culture of India and the Middle East. Born in 1965, he has authored critically acclaimed books like City of Djinns, The White Mughals, and The Last Mughal. His books blend meticulous research Read more…

Water for Elephants book review by Sara Gruen

Water for Elephants | Book Review | 2006 | Sara Gruen

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Born in 1969, Sara Gruen is well known for her captivating storytelling abilities. Raised in Canada, Gruen later moved to the United States. Her breakthrough came with the novel Water for Elephants, which went on to become a bestseller. The book was even adapted into a successful film. Gruen’s writing often delves Read more…

Free download Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl PDF

[Book Review] ‘Gone Girl’ by Gillian Flynn

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Gillian Schieber Flynn is an American author.To point a few accomplishments, Flynn’s 2006 debut novel, the literary mystery Sharp Objects, was an Edgar Award finalist and the winner of two of Britain’s Dagger Awards — the first book ever to win multiple Daggers in one year. The book is now an HBO Read more…

Book review of The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood

[Book Review] ‘The Handmaid’s Tale’ by Margaret Atwood

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Margaret Atwood is an award-winning Canadian author, poet and essayist. Winner of the Man Booker Prize, Arthur C. Clarke Award, Governor General’s Award as well as Franz Kafka Prize, Atwood explores a variety of themes in her writing such as gender, identity, language as a tool of power and many more. The Read more…

Book review of 'The Elephant Tree' by R D Ronald

[Book Review] ‘The Elephant Tree’ by R D Ronald

ABOUT THE AUTHOR R. D. Ronald confesses to having spent time in various jobs throughout a career in business and then spent time in prison after turning to crime to pay the medical bills of his ailing wife. Work on his debut novel, The Elephant Tree was largely undertaken while he was inside. In his Read more…