I know….. this is my second Emily Henry book review in as many months, simply because I am taken by her successive novels having complex characters navigating their complicated love lives while navigating the intricacies of modern life. It’s so relatable, it’s so us. There are books within this book written by its two protagonists-…
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From Words to Views | Jaane Jaan
Based on the worldwide best-selling novel The Devotion of Suspect X by Keigo Higashino, Jaane Jaan delivers a stellar film adaptation that is true to the original storyline. Although it has been adapted for Indian audiences and the key elements have been transitioned for the local audiences, the final product manages to present a movie…
The Housemaid’s Secret | Freida McFadden
The first book in the Housemaid series was pretty interesting. What made it such a unique closed-room (no pun intended) mystery was its brilliant execution of the shock-and-awe factors. Does the second book retain that thrilling punch-to-gut moment? Well, the answer is not so simple as the story is now complicated and fragmented, with new…
From Words To Views | Black Warrant
There are many web series featuring criminals, charting their criminal journey and even glamorizing lives of a few infamous serial killers. There are also few serials showing life behind the bars by giving a peek inside the prison life. However, most of these series primarily focus on the criminals and their backstories that lead them…
Women’s Prize for Fiction 2025: Longlist
The Women’s Prize for Fiction 2025 has unveiled its longlist, featuring a diverse mix of debut authors and established literary powerhouses. This prestigious award recognizes outstanding fiction written by women, spotlighting narratives that challenge, inspire, and captivate readers. This year’s longlist showcases 16 remarkable novels, spanning genres and themes that reflect the richness of contemporary literature. Below…
Top 15 Must-Read Books Featuring Strong Women Leads
1. The Night Watchman | Louise Erdrich Inspired by the true story of the author’s grandfather, this National Book Award-winning novel follows Pixie “Patrice” Paranteau, a determined young woman fighting for her Indigenous community’s survival in 1950s America. Why Read It? A powerful historical fiction novel that showcases resilience and activism. 2. The Paper Palace | Miranda Cowley Heller A beautifully…
Six of Crows | Leigh Bardugo
Kaz Brekker is well known for his many skills in the Barrel. He is a thief and successfully runs gambling parlors. He employs Grishas to help him. Kaz became the second-in-command of the Dregs. He also has a rivalry with gang leader, Pekka Rollins. Kaz is an impeccably dressed, charming manipulator. He carries a crow-headed…
The Family Remains | Lisa Jewell
When you leave the original storyline on a pause, this is how the saga should unfold towards a satisfying ending. The first book closed on all sorts of cliffhangers, so it’s hard not to imagine how this sequel kicks off with the discovery of mysterious bag of bones. Where the first novel presents the background…
The Ink Black Heart | Robert Galbraith
I am unashamedly guilty of being in awe of J.K. Rowling. This respectful admiration of being a long-standing fangirl is not only limited to her impressive lineup featuring Potter World but also her ventures into the mystery genre as Rober Galbraith. So, it’s only natural that I have followed the troublesome but triumphant journey of…
From Words To Views| Monica, O My Darling
If you are looking for a thrilling ride with fast paced storyline and superb acting chops, then this is the film for you. Not only it’s has a madcap motley crew but it also hilariously dramatic in almost all the frames. Based on the Japanese novel called Burutasu No Shinzou (Eng: Heart of Brutus), first…
City of Girls | Elizabeth Gilbert
The second novel by Elizabeth Gilbert is all about the memories; memories of one’s youth enjoyed and spent in repentance, memories of familial relationships built and nurtured, memories of friendships built and lost and memories of a city loved and admired for over a lifetime. The story begins in 1940s New York when Vivian Morris,…
Piranesi | Susanna Clarke
Piranesi lives in the House. The House protected him till now and it still looks after him. It provides him shelter from tides and nurtured him with the bounties brought by the tides. The House is boundless and merciful to Piranesi; at least, up till now. Susanna Clarke’s marvellous novel begins in the House with…
From Words To Views | The Baztán Trilogy
There are three movies which complete the aforementioned trilogy called The Invisible Guardian (El guardián invisible), The Legacy of The Bones ( Legado en los huesos) and Offering To The Storm (Ofrenda a la tormenta). Coming from the penmanship of the acclaimed Spanish author Dolores Redondo, the first two movies are based on the eponymous…
The Truth About Melody Browne | Lisa Jewell
Coming from the acclaimed author of The Family Upstairs, The Truth About Melody Browne certainly has all the hallmarks for which Lisa Jewell’s penmanship is famous for. This book has elements of mystery, drama, family dynamics and love to captivate and hold the readers’ attention for almost 300 pages. The story begins in contemporary London…