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Name of the Book: Flawed- A grumpy sunshine age gap romance
Author of the Book: Shilpa Suraj
Genre: Romance
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
A published author with Harlequin India- Mills &Boon India collection and juggernaut, Shilpa Suraj's books have hit both the Hot New Releases and Bestseller lists on Amazon. Her next novel, tentatively 'Wrong' has been contracted by Rupa publications and will release later this year. She is also part of the Flipped Anthology by HarperCollins and had an audiobook book Insta Reddy release with Storytel. She is, amongst other things, currently working on 'Fazzled and Fabulous', a humorous, true-to-life parenting story that is part memoir and part nonfiction. An avid reader with a passion for creative writing and storytelling saw her participating in writing competitions at school and dabbling in copy writing for an ad agency as a teenager. Twenty years in a corporate space, including a stint in Corporate Communications for Google, India, and a spell at entrepreneurship all hold her in good stead for her multiple current roles of author, mother and head of Human resources & Publications at an architecture and interiors design firm.
ABOUT THE BOOK
Love doesn't need to be perfect; it just needs to be true. Nice thought, isn't it? Stephen Hawking rightly said that one of the basic rules of the universe is that nothing is perfect, perfection simply doesn't exist, without imperfection neither you nor I would exist.
This is a story about two people who are bound to be together as we say opposite attracts. In the book Flawed, the author has described her male protagonist Aditya as someone who is supposedly perfect, a dutiful son, ambitious and go-getter employee, trustworthy friend and an ideal husband material. On the other hand female protagonist Vaani is called as flawed who is a narcissistic, unattached when it come to her family, confused and over ambitious.
Aditya Khamankar was a chartered accountant works with Vaani's father as a partner. All he wanted was a simple and uncomplicated life but life has its own plans. There comes the entry of flamboyant reality television villain and tabloid fodder, Vaani Jaishankar who left her family to live for the arc lights. But due to certain circumstances she returns to her family and there meets the eye. Both of them have their own struggles and problems to solve. Their witty banter and sweet and steamy romance making this book an extremely engaging one.
It is for you to see how their path meets and where their destiny takes.
MY TAKE ON THE BOOK
Overall, I really enjoyed this book! The angst made my heart hurt, the problems and struggles added the emotional heft I wanted and the romance made my heart warm. It made me feel varied emotions as all the characters seemed quite real. I mean, who doesn't love an uptight hero who has to unbend for a chaotic heroine? The age gap between them made it even more interesting. It made me feel as if I am reading an adult version of Mills and Boon. I can't wait to read her all the work. Consider me a fan.
BOOK DETAILS
Book Format: Kindle edition
Price: INR 199
Pages:257
Availability: Amazon
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The age gap mentioned in the title is interesting, also that Vaani is allegedly over-ambitious, I wonder how that translates in this Shilpa Suraj romance. Does she stop being over-ambitious after she falls in love with Aditya?
ReplyDeleteThis book seems interesting with great story line. Thanks for the honest review, I will surely grab my copy to read this
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed the book as well. It was a light and happy read. I like happy turn of events and this book had plenty of those. Love is such a beautiful, happy emotion. Shilpa Suraj also left us with an end that makes me curious about the second book.
ReplyDeleteThe review was so good, it made me interested to read it. I would love to check it out!
ReplyDeleteI loved the storyline of this book Swati. It suits my interest. I would love to read this. thanks a lot dear for sharing honest review with us.
ReplyDelete"Flawed in Disgrace" by Shilpa Suraj is an engaging and heartwarming romance that leaves a lasting impression. The story beautifully unfolds the complex and flawed lives of its main characters, as they navigate age differences and personal insecurities. Suraj's storytelling is infused with emotion, wit, and sensuality, capturing the readers' hearts from start to finish. With a perfect blend of character development and plot twists, the novel delves deep into themes of self-acceptance, forgiveness, and the power of love to heal. "Flawed in Disgrace" is a captivating and satisfying read that lingers in your mind long after turning the last page.
ReplyDeleteinteresting review, Swati. You have kindled my interest with the romance tag and the age difference between the protagonists yet ending up together. Surely heading straight to kindle for this book.
ReplyDeleteNow Mills and Boon is my fav. and if it's an adult version of the type then I am surley going to ready it . Emotions , Drama , Love , Hate are the right ingredient for a truly love drama .- Jhilmil Bhansali
ReplyDeleteYou got me here, I am taking this book next. A huge sucker when it comes to love stories, you know it is my favorite genre. This will in coming out of the reading gap I am currently facing.
ReplyDeleteAlready in love with the book, your review is so interesting. The twists and turns, opposite characters, drama, emotions, it's going to be a roller coaster ride:)/
ReplyDeleteI have read another book by Shilpa Suraj. I truly enjoy reading romance Genre. Loved your review and gonna check out this book for sure .thanks
ReplyDeleteThe striking contrast of the protagonists is really enticing me to pick this one buddy, thanks for the genuine review you have surely got me hooked
ReplyDeleteI read this book and found it to be very realistic and far from the typical he meets she type of romance stories flooded in the market. For me the book was a good read and I recommend it.
ReplyDeleteWow age gap and amibition. I want to surely read this book and see how the story ends. I'm sure it is based in India that's why I'm curious.
ReplyDeleteShilpa Suraj had a flair of captivating readers and this book has interesting idea that made me review again. Shall add in TBR.
ReplyDeleteIt is good that you enjoyed the book otherwise these days authors in the process of making a series of books don't focus on story. It's great that the first part is written really well.
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