BOOK DETAILS :
- Publisher : Readomania (13 September 2024); Readomania Publishing, New Delhi
- Language : English
- Paperback : 185 pages
- ISBN-10 : 8197412421
- ISBN-13 : 978-8197412424
ABOUT THE AUTHOR :
Anuja Chandramouli is a bestselling Indian author and new age Indian classicist widely regarded as one of the finest writers in mythology, historical fiction and fantasy. She followed up her highly acclaimed debut novel, Arjuna: Saga of a Pandava Warrior-Prince, which was named as one of the top 5 sellers in the Indian writing category for the year 2012 by Amazon India with Kamadeva: The God of Desire, Shakti: The Divine Feminine, Yama’s Lieutenant and its sequel, Yama’s Lieutenant and the Stone Witch. Her articles, short stories and book reviews appear in various publications like The New Indian Express, The Hindu, Scroll.in and Femina. Some of her other books are Kartikeya: The Destroyer’s Son, Prithviraj Chauhan: The Emperor of Hearts, Padmavati: The Burning Queen, Ganga: The Constant Goddess and Muhammad Bin Tughlaq: Tale of a Tyrant. Mohini: The Enchantress is her latest work of mythological fiction. Her books are also available as audiobooks and have been translated into Hindi.
An accomplished TEDx speaker and storyteller, Anuja Chandramouli, regularly conducts workshops on creative writing, mythology and empowerment in schools and colleges across the country. Her Mahabharata with Anuja storytelling series is now available on YouTube. She is a trained Bharatanatyam dancer. Currently, Anuja is wondering when she will be able to cash in the royalty cheques to buy a jet plane, the Chennai Super Kings and the Kohinoor diamond.
BOOK REVIEW :
"Girl Talk" by Anuja Chandramouli is a fierce, unapologetic exploration of love, desire, and the complex emotions that govern the lives of women. With her trademark wit and bold storytelling, Chandramouli crafts a narrative that is as messy and tumultuous as real life. This book doesn’t just tell a story; it makes you confront the raw, unvarnished truths about relationships, societal expectations, and the vulnerabilities that come with simply being human.
Initially you may find it a story about girl's prospective on men but eventually you will find that the protagonist is determined to shield herself from the pitfalls of love—only to find herself succumbing to it in the most unexpected and disastrous way. Her story intertwines with the lives of other women who, despite their differences, share a common thread: the pain and power that come from embracing their desires in a world that often seeks to stifle them.
With sharp humor and poignant observations, "Girl Talk" is a riveting read for anyone who enjoys stories that challenge norms while remaining deeply personal and relatable. The writing is daring and fearless, tackling themes of illicit relationships, sexual pleasure, and the costs of passion in a culture that often vilifies female desire. Yet, amidst the turmoil, Chandramouli celebrates the resilience of her characters, reminding us that their pursuit of happiness is not only valid but necessary.
If you’re ready for a rollercoaster of emotions, daring characters, and a narrative that isn’t afraid to push boundaries, pick up Girl Talk today. This is a tale you’ll want to talk about long after you’ve turned the last page!
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Total Pages: 184
Recommend age : 16+
Overall Ratings: 4.3/5 ⭐
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