tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7315698660011704337.comments2024-03-29T12:59:02.953+05:30Swati's World of ThoughtsSwatihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02897535865417721338noreply@blogger.comBlogger1621125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7315698660011704337.post-79967196342674438562024-03-28T20:42:28.919+05:302024-03-28T20:42:28.919+05:30This sounds like a well researched and well writte...This sounds like a well researched and well written book. I feel that it is difficult to show turmoil of a soldier when he has to protect and take decisions for the larger good... it seems like the author has done a good job on this complexity.Ishietahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17278327276853676661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7315698660011704337.post-19527342384358483202024-03-28T16:28:45.982+05:302024-03-28T16:28:45.982+05:30Stories about soldiers are often laced with strong...Stories about soldiers are often laced with strong emotional narratives about love, friendship and identity. This book seems to have all the factors that make for great storytelling. Would like to add it to my TBR. Good review! Varshhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12690725907527097964noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7315698660011704337.post-65500382668892889862024-03-28T01:48:15.876+05:302024-03-28T01:48:15.876+05:30If I have to be a soldier definitely seems to be a...If I have to be a soldier definitely seems to be an interesting read. I love the review and would pick this up sooner Sindhuhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18024797822456594414noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7315698660011704337.post-54884892943693036492024-03-27T22:44:26.780+05:302024-03-27T22:44:26.780+05:30I'm fascinated by stories that delve into the ...I'm fascinated by stories that delve into the complexities of human nature, especially in times of conflict. Your take on the book really emphasizes its depth and resonance.Feliciahttps://www.flawsomefelishia.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7315698660011704337.post-6086451618799666582024-03-27T20:06:52.945+05:302024-03-27T20:06:52.945+05:30Haven't read any book on war in the Indian con...Haven't read any book on war in the Indian context. Last year I read 'All the Light we cannot see' and it was such a lovely book about lives of two people that intersect during the second WW. One of the key characters is a young German boy. Sakshihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02440035244114227282noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7315698660011704337.post-21557322599279203712024-03-27T13:03:13.362+05:302024-03-27T13:03:13.362+05:30Battles and wars and also politics are some topics...Battles and wars and also politics are some topics which I prefer to stay away from untill it has some moral or fantasy stories to offer. I now the life of a fighter or a soldier is not an easy one and even there can be fatal... i dont have the power to bear the pain of those fatals. I even avoid watching war related movies as it pains me. Recently I watched FIGHTER movie but before that I got to know about the main charecters will stay alive and then I watched it. One of the key soldiers of the team lost the life brutally in the hands of opponent and the pain reflected in the eyes of the parents were unbearable for me. I will prefer to skip this book and I hope you will forgive me. indiacafe24https://www.blogger.com/profile/12545167584996676617noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7315698660011704337.post-6919793970102836962024-03-27T12:34:05.651+05:302024-03-27T12:34:05.651+05:30An story in the war backdrop filled with conflict ...An story in the war backdrop filled with conflict in the wat and the battle thr mind and heart of the characters undergo is always a roller coaster ride filled with emotions and is totally soulful from your revirw I understand that this book is one.sivaranjinihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14781402895010423360noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7315698660011704337.post-66736053756546778082024-03-27T10:59:22.147+05:302024-03-27T10:59:22.147+05:30I've been eyeing "I Have to Be a Soldier&...I've been eyeing "I Have to Be a Soldier" for a while now, but I haven't gotten around to picking it up yet. I've been taking a break from books. This one by Nikhil Alava seems interesting though, with its focus on friendship and loyalty during the 1966 Mizo rebellion. It sounds like a change of pace from what I've been reading, and I'm curious to give it a try.Messymomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01362880825894132468noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7315698660011704337.post-18915182787029383022024-03-27T10:45:18.630+05:302024-03-27T10:45:18.630+05:30Your take on the book highlights its emotional res...Your take on the book highlights its emotional resonance and the depth of its themes, which is always a sign of a compelling narrative. I'm particularly intrigued by the exploration of identity, redemption, and the enduring power of love amidst the chaos of war. It seems like Alava has crafted a story that goes beyond just the historical backdrop to delve into the hearts and minds of his characters.Kanchan Bishthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03717384552856328387noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7315698660011704337.post-54873141667116471702024-03-27T09:30:59.078+05:302024-03-27T09:30:59.078+05:30If I Have to Be a Soldier" by Nikhil Alava s...If I Have to Be a Soldier" by Nikhil Alava seems quite interesting. Book relted to warto war and haven't read such kinds of books. Will check it out .Memory Flieshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06386330652859720341noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7315698660011704337.post-41840310311994783282024-03-27T08:47:19.415+05:302024-03-27T08:47:19.415+05:30I have read someone else's review also about t...I have read someone else's review also about the same book and they also have strongly recommended it. The backdrop sounds interesting. Thanks for the crisp review. Just curious to know your rating for this book. Janaki/Ishaan Saihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03789688313013383163noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7315698660011704337.post-46107246385190795392024-03-26T20:53:37.875+05:302024-03-26T20:53:37.875+05:30Wow, "If I Have to Be a Soldier" sounds ...Wow, "If I Have to Be a Soldier" sounds like an incredibly gripping read! The way Nikhil Alva explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and the complexities of war really intrigues me. Thank you for your thorough review.Nehahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10604369280870660763noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7315698660011704337.post-9696116149945432292024-03-26T20:52:55.619+05:302024-03-26T20:52:55.619+05:30You had me at ' award-winning producer-directo...You had me at ' award-winning producer-director and writer. And also in your thoughts where you said the book explores themes of friendship, sacrifice, and the search for redemption because I dislike books that one-theme centered. Will check this one out. Thanks for the recommendation. A Rustic Mindhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07131806269155081712noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7315698660011704337.post-28457220887483924912024-03-26T18:19:18.165+05:302024-03-26T18:19:18.165+05:30I have seen this book around but yet to pick it up...I have seen this book around but yet to pick it up. Taking a break from army and partition backdrop books. Very few people are even aware of the Mizo rebellion, let one there being a book on it. After reading your review, I will surely add it to my TBR.Rituhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02574580646790852579noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7315698660011704337.post-71956347838172207052024-03-26T14:19:53.808+05:302024-03-26T14:19:53.808+05:30Wow! I haven't read a war book in a while. The...Wow! I haven't read a war book in a while. The ones I have read in the past have been lovely n even the movies I have watched. Very beautifully worded review Swati... I liked your choice of words and your style of writing. If I get back to reading enough books, I will give this one a try.Kaveri Chhetrihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05801906290349887020noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7315698660011704337.post-16841061169728987122024-03-24T19:13:50.531+05:302024-03-24T19:13:50.531+05:30I have read this book and I completely agree with ...I have read this book and I completely agree with your opinion of this book. I quite enjoyed reading it, taking in the culture and landscape of Mizoram and the turmoil of that era.Preeti Chauhanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01036366028249264238noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7315698660011704337.post-87629486343539816172024-03-24T11:52:38.595+05:302024-03-24T11:52:38.595+05:30Sounds like a must-read. I like books set with bat...Sounds like a must-read. I like books set with battles as a backdrop, the moral dilemma is stronger in the case. Ambicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13531535394350937800noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7315698660011704337.post-84578618632842293122024-03-23T09:46:15.304+05:302024-03-23T09:46:15.304+05:30'If I Have to Be a Soldier' by Nikhil Alav... 'If I Have to Be a Soldier' by Nikhil Alava seems to be a captivating exploration of friendship and loyalty amidst the backdrop of the 1966 Mizo rebellion. With the vivid imagery that you have painted through your review and thought-provoking themes, it appears to be a compelling read for people like us, who are interested in historical fiction.Priya Shttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16477471115763860546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7315698660011704337.post-23711002392088478972024-03-22T09:04:53.945+05:302024-03-22T09:04:53.945+05:30It is definitely difficult to be a soldier or a pe...It is definitely difficult to be a soldier or a person in any kind of power because the decisions we need to make at certain times may be against our moral values. A good example is the Royal Family of England. I follow them closely and have seen how their positions affects so much of their decisions!Cindy D'Silvahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03955495853570862907noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7315698660011704337.post-77416323772001186152024-02-27T02:59:55.847+05:302024-02-27T02:59:55.847+05:30A friend recommended this book the other day to me...A friend recommended this book the other day to me, and reading your review has moved this book up on my TBR list. Ishietahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17278327276853676661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7315698660011704337.post-42522330437377611842024-02-26T23:35:21.183+05:302024-02-26T23:35:21.183+05:30I like reading psychological thriller and this boo...I like reading psychological thriller and this book appears to be part for it.After reading your review, I will definitely read it. Thanks for sharing.Shifali https://www.blogger.com/profile/10593503401257165575noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7315698660011704337.post-39831932629442367312024-02-26T21:47:17.026+05:302024-02-26T21:47:17.026+05:30After reading this review, I'm intrigued and e...After reading this review, I'm intrigued and eager to read this psychological thriller myself! Your detailed insights into the plot, characters, and pacing have painted a compelling picture of the book's suspenseful journey. Can't wait to experience the twists and turns firsthand. Thanks for the recommendation!Nehahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10604369280870660763noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7315698660011704337.post-78384738873444053822024-02-26T21:06:41.296+05:302024-02-26T21:06:41.296+05:30Honestly, I've heard a lot about this book but...Honestly, I've heard a lot about this book but never made the effort to pick up a copy, and I'm guilty of that as I am only into romances. I steer clear of thrillers somehow.Harjeet Kaurhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06805497547524499322noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7315698660011704337.post-78715843942237152092024-02-26T10:32:55.173+05:302024-02-26T10:32:55.173+05:30I have read it's good reviews and brought it b...I have read it's good reviews and brought it but didn't read..now gonna start it soonsonu chouhanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05576710612590303824noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7315698660011704337.post-39960775887294203592024-02-26T10:32:01.567+05:302024-02-26T10:32:01.567+05:30I have a read good reviews of books and brought it...I have a read good reviews of books and brought it but didn't read ..need to start it soonsonu chouhanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05576710612590303824noreply@blogger.com