Title- Love Lasts Forever: Only if You don't Marry Your Love
Author- Vikrant
Khanna
Publisher-Shrishti
Publishers & Distributors
Genre- Fiction
The Blurb- Ronit
was eighteen years old when he found himself falling head over heels in love
with Aisha. He met her on his graduation day, after completing his studies
which could eventually get him work in the Navy. Ronit is convinced beyond
doubt that Aisha is his soul mate and that their love would last for eternity
and a day. They get married after seven years but only after a week, Ronit
realizes it might have been a mistake to have tied the knot. His Captain’s
poignant love story might just change his perceptions on love and life but it
is at that cusp that their ship gets hijacked by the notorious pirates of
Somalia. What happens next? Will Ronit’s marriage end or does it get
better because of all the events that happen which will change his life?
The Swift Summary- the Story begins with a life journey on a ship where Ronit, the main
protagonist and the narrator of the book seems quite interested in his captain’s
Shekhar love life. While he listens to the story he gets flashback of his own life;
his love at first sight with Aisha, their lovey-dovey love, how they got married
and a disaster when he realizes that Aisha is not the same as she used to be
before marriage. In between all this revolves another plot in which the pirates
of Somalia take over the ship and it gets hijacked. Will Ronit be saved from
the pirates? What is that which is keeping Ronit so engrossed in his captain’s
life story? Will he be able to make up ever with Aisha? Is Aisha completely a
different person now?
Read this book, to
get the answers.
My View- The genre is Fiction
or Romance. The book has a smooth flow alternately switching between past and
present. The book is simple yet interesting in a way as the author has
rightfully used the intricacies of a naval officer’s journey and also included the
technical details of a ship which is different. The book teaches an important
lesson that large materialistic things are never important in love only things
that are important are concern, trust and understanding.
The author has
given the characters very genuine details. Every character has their own
importance in the story whether talking about the protagonist best friend Joe
Singh or the brother of Aisha. He has not over boasted anything while
describing a location or a house. Thus makes the story realistic.
The book is
delightful read but sometimes the narration seems to stretch. Also, it is a
simple love story revolving around a different plot, a hijacked ship journey.
The cover of the
book is simple in green showing two gold engagement rings representing a commitment
which may turn to complicated later.
About the Author- Vikrant
Khanna grew up in Delhi. He studied at the Tagore International School. He has
also penned the bestselling book The India I Dream of... and the
Facebook Revolution Begins!! and When Life Tricked Me… And Love Kicked Me. He joined the Merchant Navy as a deck officer and later became a Chief officer.Vikrant eventually completed his masters to become a Captain. He is also a keen guitarist who composes his own songs and is adept at cooking.
The Final Verdict- I find this book a bedtime
comfortable read. It’s perfect for those who are committed yet confused about
their love life. I will rate it 3.5/5.
An insightful review.
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