Beyond Secrets by Alka Dimri Saklani | Book Review
Blurb:
Noel is a counsellor, risking his career for volunteering in an orphanage.
Nidhi is an engineering student on the surface, but deep down a broken girl in search of some unanswered questions.
Appu is a sweet little orphan, unaware of the cruelties of the world.
Despite being miles apart their stories interweave in “Aashiyana”, the orphanage. Their little journey together changes their lives in ways they never imagined.
One recurring nightmare, one unexpected phone call, one stolen diary, many lies and secrets, and a calling from the past are just the highlights. And when they depart, they are not the same anymore.
They didn’t hurt each other, it was a game of destiny. Will they ever be able to rediscover themselves and more importantly, will their paths ever cross again?
Beyond Secrets is a novel with layers of suspense and different nuances of relationships. And one question that can’t have just one answer - How long does it take for a scar to heal?
Review:
Beyond Secrets is a
sensitive and intense story of Noel, Nidhi and Appu. Noel works as a counsellor
at an orphanage where he meets Neha. Both of them are going through a similar
condition as both of them are struggling with their pasts as well as their
present. Appu, is a young boy of 6 at the orphanage who is bubbly and
full of life despite being an orphan. The story revolves around these
three characters and their lives.
Beyond Secrets is an exceptionally captivating and intense story that has all the ingredients to hook the reader till the end. The reader travels through an emotional journey while reading it. What I liked was the hint of twist and suspense that the author managed to create after every chapter. I found myself glued to the book till I reached the last page. The book is so intriguing and enjoyable. It’s a treat for readers who enjoy reading emotional tales.
Beyond Secrets is an exceptionally captivating and intense story that has all the ingredients to hook the reader till the end. The reader travels through an emotional journey while reading it. What I liked was the hint of twist and suspense that the author managed to create after every chapter. I found myself glued to the book till I reached the last page. The book is so intriguing and enjoyable. It’s a treat for readers who enjoy reading emotional tales.
The language if the book is beautiful and
description is very fine. I could imagine every scene in my mind while reading
it. The author has done a very fine job of
explaining in depth the incidents. The language is simple and the flow is
lucid.
The book deals with
multiple issues and draws our attention towards the ill effects of communal
riots, child trafficking, conflict between beliefs of staunch followers of
various religions, dilemma of children staying at orphanages etc. There are several
emotions that the book deals with. This book makes us think over many
aspects of life.
The cover of the book is
enticing and the title is also perfect that fully justifies the story. Plot of
the story is very interesting and the execution is also fine.
In a nutshell, Beyond
Secrets is a book that will take you through a roller coaster journey of
emotions. A must read for those who like reading sensitive stories.