When Love Came Calling is written by Preeti Shenoy and published by Srishti Publishers & Distributors. This is a fiction and falls under the romance genre. It is also a story of self-discovery and the tribulations, the youth faces.
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Blurb
Puja-19 confused, energetic, fiery. Her philosophy-Life is complicated and only super-achievers have it figured out. Her strict mother sends her to a rural location in Kerala to spend her summer vacation doing volunteer work.
Arush-20 studious, careful, shy. Born and raised in Britain, he is elated when he gets an opportunity to spend 12 weeks in India, a place his parents are from, and once he has never been to.
When Puja and Arush meet, their stark differences are obvious to each other. With choppy internet and no other distractions, they start getting to know each other and slowly fall in love. But falling in love and staying in love is not the same thing.
When disaster strikes, Puja is forced to confront the harsh realities of life while Arush realizes that India is not always the picture-perfect postcard he presumed it was. Desperately fighting to expose the truth and save themselves, what happens to their love? Is it strong enough to survive forces beyond their control? Is it deep enough to drown their own doubts?
Sometimes you have to travel far to find your true self.
REVIEWER’S TAKE
This book touches many aspects of growing up. Being born in a family of achievers is not an easy thing. It is like a constant battle, where one needs to prove themself. If your family is not on your side, things might turn difficult and at times ugly. The story showcased the above complexities in a beautiful manner. Being a rebel is a way to indicate, the child needs attention and time to connect. Also, the story showcases the maladies of drugs. Not only it destroys the health but also the complete life of the victim. I liked the fact the way Preeti balanced out all the aspects and showcased the inner turmoil of the central character Puja nicely.
But I was disappointed with the climax, it seemed not only rushed but too much of Bollywood style. Honestly, Preeti could have handled it in a better manner. The way Arush reacted was funny and weird at the same time. The end was definitely a big disappointment.
PLOT
Puja is the second daughter of a surgeon mother and a renowned businessman father. Her elder sister had set high benchmarks. She is an achiever and never miss out on any opportunity. Whereas Puja is the bang opposite, she let life flows by. She has got no plans or vision for the future, clubbed with zero ambition. Needless to say, the whole family is pissed off by her attitude, apart from the house caretaker. One of the reasons for the bone of contention is the constant comparison between the two sisters.
The mother finally sends her to rural Kerala for an experience, where she meets Arush. As time passes by they both fell in love, but destiny has different plans. Puja was implicated in false drug charges and sent home.
The lovers not only have to fight to be together but also, Arush has to save his art career. This love story will take them through a roller coaster ride, where not only will they evolve, but also will figure out life.
VERDICT
- This book is average reading and it can prove to be a good travel buddy.
- The end definitely needs to be looked into.
- Crisp English.
- Readers can give it a miss.
Great work. Thank you for giving such an review.
A book I like is Revolution 2020 which you should definitely read.
Nicely reviewed
Now that’s quite an honest review. Would see if there is extra time to try this else will give it a miss. Thanks for saving our time 🙂
The blurb & the review did hit a note somewhere with me. I could relate & hence, am curious to know more. So , on my reading list it goes.
I loved to read such a nice journey of love! Your review has got minute detailing but in a broader way to wrap up faster and beautifully
Interesting plot and i would love to see a mini series made on this story. I think it would be quite engrossing
That looks like an honest and to-the-point review. The plot does seem to be more like bollywood movie but where’s the fun in life without a pinch of drama! might give it a try as a leisurely read.
Preeti Shenoy is a well-known author. But this book seems to be not in the league of some of her earlier books. Though the plot sounds interesting, I guess it loses ground somewhere along the way. Thanks for the honest review.
Oh wow this review made me feel to read it once..glad you shared an honest review with us..great work though…gonna surely check this out once..
You Know I’m a bookish nerd and I can read anything and everything. Preeti Shenoy is kinda author you can read once and feel the good love factor and imagine a happy sweet ending. Sometimes I need that dose to believe in fairy life and tht’s the reason I want to read it. Nice descriptive review
I have read the books from Preeti Shenoy before and I have liked it. So I will definitely pick this book up to see what the book says this time narrating a love story. I would like to read something nice and a feel-good factor kind of a book.
Very balanced review! I will definitely check out the book. Thank you for writing this one!
That’s definitely an interesting story line and worth reading.
Your review was really honest and to the point to be precise.
Your review is honest and crisp, surely helps to take a decision whether we should read the book or not.
The story seems to be good but loses the plot in the twist. Oh this could have been a good read. Thanks for pointing out the flaws and good parts of the storyline.
Thanks for a balanced review… this will help people in making informed decision. For me, its, like you rightly said, its light reading during travel
Thanks for sharing a honest review. I usually like suspense and mystery genre but do read these light books in between. But based on review, I think I’ll give it a miss. But I like how you reviewed it and gave the readers, a clear picture to evaluate and decide.
I usually like suspense and mystery genre but do read these light books in between. But based on review, I think I’ll give it a miss. But I like how you reviewed it and gave the readers, a clear picture to evaluate and decide.
Thanks for the review! Sounds like a quick, light read. Something we all need during these trying times – will try to grab a copy soon!
Very good post about the romantic novel. Nicely written and well reviewed. Keep up the good work.