The Couple at No. 9 | Claire Douglas

There are many things on Saffron ‘Saffy’ Cutler’s mind such as her grandmother’s health, husband’s career, mother’s absence but most of all, her soon-to-be-arriving baby. As of now, she is focused on renovating her cottage at 9 Skelton Place which has been lovingly inherited from her beloved grandmother. She and her spouse, Tom are ready…

Beach Read | Emily Henry

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-…

Good Girl | Aria Aber

This is one of the most talked about books of 2025. Pick any publication, look at any kind of listings discussing noteworthy books of the recent times and you would find this book. It has been touted as a brutally honest coming-of-age account of an immigrant girl in early years of 21st century. It is…

Top 15 Must-Read Books to Buy in May 2025

 Here’s a curated list of the top 15 fiction and nonfiction books to consider adding to your reading list in May 2025. These selections are based on recent releases, critical acclaim, and availability on Amazon. 📚 Top Fiction Picks – May 2025 1. My Friends by Fredrik Backman Fredrik Backman, known for A Man Called…

What You Are Looking For Is in the Library | Michiko Aoyama [Translator Alison Watts]

Charming. Feel good. Oddly satisfying. A Cozy comfort read. If you ask me to summarize this book in one word or sentence, perhaps these exact phrases would pop into my mind. This collection of short stories is set in the bustling city of Tokyo. Besides the aforementioned library in the title, there are other elements…

Book Lovers | Emily Henry

Emily Henry and her books are quite popular among fans of the rom-com genre. Although I am a reader of light-hearted romantic novels every now and then, it’s not something that I gravitate towards very often. But I decided to give this book a try since I wanted a lighthearted pick after reading some heavy-hitting…

I Found You | Lisa Jewell

Another day and another Lisa Jewell book in my hand. It’s no surprise that I’m gravitating towards another of her books, especially in the thriller/ mystery genre, as she has become one of my favorite authors in recent times thanks to her skillfully crafted fictional worlds. This latest read of mine, I Found You, starts…

Top 15 Must-Read Books to Buy in April 2025

April 2025 brings a diverse selection of compelling fiction and nonfiction books to the shelves. Here are 15 top picks to consider adding to your reading list, all available on Amazon India. Six Days in Bombay by Alka JoshiSet in Bombay, this novel follows Sona, a nurse entangled in a mystery after the sudden death…

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…

बारोमास | सदानंद देशमुख

या वास्तवदर्शी ग्रामीण पार्शवभूमी असलेल्या कादंबरीचं एका वाक्यात वर्णन करायचं झालं तर मी म्हणेन ‘व्यथा’, हाच शब्द त्यासाठी जास्त समर्पक होईल. एका शेतकरी कुटुंबाची कहाणी सांगणारी कथा आपल्याला यापूर्वीही अनेक कथा, कादंबऱ्या आणि चित्रपटांमधून दिसल्यामुळे तशी बऱ्यापैकी परिचित आहे. पण या कादंबरीचं वेगळेपणा लेखकाने केलेल्या या चिरपरिचित कथेच्या मांडणीतून दिसतो. उपरोलिखित बहुतेक कथा, कादंबऱ्या आणि…

Ghachar Ghochar | Vivek Shanbhag

There are books where so much happens in the first few lines or paragraphs that set the mood of the entire story. There is that shock-and-awe factor that captivates the reader and then the anticipation goes a notch up as the storyline picks up the pace traveling from page to page, jumping from narrative to…

Top 15 Best Books to Read for The Maha Shivratri Festival

Maha Shivratri is one of the most sacred Hindu festivals, dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is a time of deep meditation, spiritual awakening, and devotion. For book lovers, this festival is an excellent opportunity to immerse themselves in literature that explores Shiva’s wisdom, mythology, and philosophy. Whether you are seeking spiritual enlightenment, historical insights, or…

And All Is Said — Memoir of a Home Divided | Zareer Masani

This controversial but acclaimed memoir offers an unflinchingly honest account of his parents’ private lives, his childhood, and the raw detailing of how their decisions and indecisions shaped their familial bonds. The author doesn’t shy away from telling the complicated truth, even if it doesn’t represent all the facts. He presents his best recollection of…

Top 15 Must-Read Books to Buy in February 2025

As February 2025 approaches, the literary world is abuzz with a plethora of compelling new releases across various genres. Whether you’re seeking gripping thrillers, profound literary fiction, or inspiring self-help reads, this curated list of the top 15 books to buy in February 2025 offers something for every reader. 1. “We All Live Here” by…