Book Review - One Day by David Nicholls

A few months back I have volunteered in an event called "Lock The Box" by Bookchor and there I was introduced to many new great authors and books. "One Day" by David Nicholls is one of them. The pace at which this book was selling At the event intrigued me, so out of curiosity I also picked up the copy.

Book Blurb

It’s 1988 and Dexter Mayhew and Emma Morley have only just met on the night of their graduation. Tomorrow they must go their separate ways. But after only one day together, they cannot stop thinking about one another.

Over twenty years, snapshots of that relationship are revealed on the same day—July 15th—of each year. Dex and Em face squabbles and fights, hopes and missed opportunities, laughter and tears. And as the true meaning of this one crucial day is revealed, they must come to grips with the nature of love and life itself.

Twenty years, two people, one day. 

"One Day" is a love story but it's something that I haven't read before. It's a story of two friends who are in love with each other secretly, but due to circumstances they always drift apart. And finally when they are together and everything fall in their place tragedy strikes and everything crumbles.

The plot of the book is not very unique but the way it is written is something peculiar. It's written as every chapter of the book is written as one day "15th July" of every year. BTW that is how the name of the book "One day "

For me, it's really unique and incredible that author is only writing one day of the whole year and still be able to explain where the headspace of the characters are, what feelings characters are having and is able to describe their whole life, their whole personality, their whole love story in just one day.

I was really impressed by the writing style of the author. This book was a unique and new experience for me. Though the plot is a bit familiar, the way it's written makes up for it and I am looking forward to reading other books from David Nicholls.

Ratings

1. Cover : - 4/5
2. Content : - 4.5/5
3. Character : -4.5/5
4. Concept : - 5/5
5. Overall : - 4.5/5

Book can be found at - Amazon India, Amazon USA & Flipkart

Review from other readers can be found at GoodReads

The Perplexing Theft of the Jewel in the Crown - Baby Ganesh Agency Investigation - Vaseem Khan

A few months back I got two fantastic books. Unexpected inheritance of Inspector Chopra & The Perplexing Theft of the Jewel in the Crown two books in series of “Baby Ganesha Agency” by Vaseem Khan. I loved the first part & was equally enthusiastic to read second part but during my relocation, I misplaced this gem. It took me three months to find back this book & every minute spent on finding this book was worth. I found it damn interesting & gripping. In spite of heavy workload, I finished this book in 3-4 sittings.

Book Blurb

For centuries the Koh-i-Noor diamond has set man against man and king against king. Now part of the British Crown Jewels, the priceless gem is a prize that many have killed to possess. So when the Crown Jewels go on display in Mumbai, security is everyone's principal concern. And yet, on the very day Inspector Chopra visits the exhibition, the diamond is stolen from under his nose. The heist was daring and seemingly impossible. The hunt is on for the culprits. But it soon becomes clear that only one man - and his elephant - can possibly crack this case.

Last part ended with Retired Inspector Chopra starting his detective agency & restaurant. Both of his plans were instantly hit. But life is not that grateful for Chopra. As the restaurant was managed by her mother-in-law, he had to be on his toe due to her harshness. On other hand, detective jobs were not as great & interesting as his unofficial case of human- trafficking. In his quest, his ex-subordinate also joined him. There were many changes came into Chopra’s life after human trafficking case, which kept the story interesting. Introduction of Irfan’s part was a warm heart touching.

The narration of Vaseem Khan is simple yet powerful. It can take you on the ride of Chopra’s life with as realistic touch as possible. The characters’ development makes you fall in love with the story. Talking about detective part, Vaseem Khan has again created an impossible looking case of Jewel Theft, the beginning of which even made me think how it happened.

This books or I would say series have emotion, drama, sarcasm, humor, thriller & suspense, I think many books with just one of this ingredient became a big hit. And this book has each ingredient in the perfect mix. I am glad my 2018 started with this book. A perfect read for any age group.

Talking about ratings

1. Cover – 4.5/5
2. Characters – 5/5
3. Concept – 4.5/5
4. Overall – 4.5/5

Book can be found at Amazon & Flipkart

Review from other readers can be found at GoodReads