Solitude and Books

We all look for perfect partner, be it a romantic relationship that feels like dream or good family relation. We expect so much from our partners but seldom we try to be that partner. The reason is most of us donot know how to be, what traits we should have to sustain a healthy long term relationship and keep our partner happy as well as be happy ourselves in turn.  I found 19 Rules for Happy Relationships to be an interesting and very practical read. It doesn’t feel heavy or preachy, which I really liked.  The author writes in a clear, simple way, making the ideas easy to understand and apply in real life.  The book talks about relationships in a broad sense not just romantic ones, but also family, friendships, and even work connections. While reading, I felt many situations were relatable, especially around communication and emotional balance. What stood out for me is how the book focuses on small mindset shifts rather than dramatic changes.Each...

I sat quietly for a while, after finishing this book. It is one of those stories that asks you to slow down and feel instead of rushing to judge. I found it interesting because it feels deeply personal and thoughtful.  The idea for this story came to the author after hearing a real incident from her aunt about a young girl’s kidnapping , its an event that changed a woman’s entire life. That seed stayed with the author and slowly grew into questions about what life really means, how people live with loss, and how they still move forward.  Set in an India of the 1970s and 80s, the book follows ordinary people living under the shadow of violence and uncertainty. Like Rumi’s field beyond right and wrong, The Road to Foreverness becomes a quiet, open space where the soul may finally rest where words fall away, meanings soften, and feeling takes precedence over judgment. In that stillness, life is no longer argued or explained; it is simply lived, and the he...

Reading Durga in Nigeria felt like stepping into someone’s private world, where pain, faith, and healing sit quietly beside each other. From the very first chapter, I felt pulled into Saani’s emotions,her loneliness, her confusion, and the strange strength that slowly grows inside her. The story moves between Pune and Lagos, and the writer shows both places with a calm, steady touch that made me feel close to the characters. What I liked most about the book comes down to four things: 1. Saani’s emotional journey, it feels honest, slow, and very human. 2. The mix of modern life and old beliefs, shown in a way that feels natural, not forced. 3. Anant’s guilt, which is written with quiet tension instead of drama. 4. The mother-like, ancient presence Saani meets, which adds a beautiful layer of mystery. The story never rushes, and that worked well for me. Saani’s rebuilding process is gentle, and the silence around her pain feels very real. Anant’s return to India with his heav...

Anu & Isha is an interesting and warm coming-of-age read that quietly pulls you into the lives of two young girls who are trying to make sense of growing up while being miles apart.  I’ve also read another book ( Half Way point ) by the same authors earlier, which I loved for its similar conversational and reflective style, so picking this one felt familiar yet fresh.  I got my copy from Amazon, and it turned out to be one of those short reads that stays with you longer than expected. I have personally written letters to my friends when i was in school. Thus, the letter format makes the storytelling engaging and nostalgic,🧡 reminding me of a time when friendships were built on patience and words rather than instant messages. The words feel intimate and honest, like peeking into someone’s personal diary. Again the things felt mature and thoughtful, the conversations felt personal despite the characters being so young.  One deals wit...

Life shapes us through every feeling and experience we gather over time.  The Halfway Point, looks closely at life around the age of 40.  The Halfway Point is a conversation between two friends, Rummana and Sharvari, as they face middle age. The book talks about change, doubt, happiness, and relationships in a very real way.  Through simple questions, honest thoughts, and shared struggles around relationships, kids, and purpose, the book feels real, reflective, and deeply relatable. I liked the simple and honest writing style, which feels like a warm conversation. The authors share both personal and work struggles, making the book relatable. It encourages self-reflection and offers hope, showing that midlife can also be a fresh start. If a neighbour were to describe you, what would they say you’re like? That question felt very relatable to me.  Similarly, the way the book talks about childhood friendships being very dif...

I have read six books by Amar Singh so far, and every time I pick up one of his books, I know I am stepping into something thoughtful and unsettling in a good way. NOISIENT is an interesting book that stays for long in my mind. It isn’t something you rush through. It made me pause, reflect, and question many ideas I had quietly accepted about success, purpose, and achievement. It says from 2025 to 2042, we are going to evolve exponentially. There will be a metamorphosis! A profound one and we can witness the subtle changes going on already if we look deep enough.  I got my copy from Amazon, and it turned out to be one of those reads that slowly grows on you rather than giving instant answers. What makes the learning from this book truly worth it: -It gently questions the idea that success automatically brings fulfilment -It explains why reaching goals can sometimes feel empty instead of satisfying -It connects personal life experiences with larger changes happening in t...

Reading Durga in Nigeria felt like stepping into someone’s private world, where pain, faith, and healing sit quietly beside each other. From the very first chapter, I felt pulled into Saani’s emotions,her loneliness, her confusion, and the strange strength that slowly grows inside her. The story moves between Pune and Lagos, and the writer shows both places with a calm, steady touch that made me feel close to the characters. What I liked most about the book comes down to four things: 1. Saani’s emotional journey, it feels honest, slow, and very human. 2. The mix of modern life and old beliefs, shown in a way that feels natural, not forced. 3. Anant’s guilt, which is written with quiet tension instead of drama. 4. The mother-like, ancient presence Saani meets, which adds a beautiful layer of mystery. The story never rushes, and that worked well for me. Saani’s rebuilding process is gentle, and the silence around her pain feels very real. Anant’s return to India with his heavy secret sho...