*I first learned of this new novel while watching the Today Show with Hoda and Jenna. I didn't give it much thought, but it sounded like a powerful story. Then I began to see the title on more lists and recommendations. My curiosity was sparked and I ordered myself a copy. I began reading a few days ago and finished yesterday.
What It Is About - FIVE Things You Need to Know:
1. *Jivan is a young girl caught in a political/media storm after a terrorist act on a train in India. What It Is About - FIVE Things You Need to Know:
2. *PT Sir was Jivan's teacher and now finds himself between his old world in education and trying to make a name for himself within the political scene in India.
3. *Lovely is an uneducated girl trying to make it big in Bollywood. She has crossed paths with Jivan in a student/tutor type relationship.
4. *Based on some pretty weak evidence, Jivan is thrown in jail and awaits trial for her "roll" in the train bombing.
5. *She will come to rely on both PT Sir and Lovely to assist her from escaping the nightmare she had found herself in.
What I Thought Of It - Five Observations/Reflections:
1. *Normally, I don't think I would have gravitated toward this type of novel, but for some reason I was drawn in, engaged, and gave a lot of thought to the story.
2. *Some of the dialogue, vocabulary, and names confused me, but didn't distract from the overall story.
3. *As much as I found some of the events in the story horrifying, I know they represent a true aspect of what really occurs in our world.
4. *Jivan was an incredible character and one that brought tears to my ears on more than one occasion.
5. *As much as I was saddened, disturbed, and angry with the conclusion, I know it was the route the author had to take.
Who Should Read It:
*I would recommend this story to all readers, especially considering what is going on in our world currently. Very timely, relevant, and thought-provoking. Happy Reading!
Rating: 4 STARS out of 5 Stars
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