Kevein Books and Reviews

In the often-overwhelming world of self-help literature, Sandeep Kaur’s Minutes of Healing emerges as a breath of fresh air. It is a thoughtfully constructed guide for anyone navigating the difficult terrain of life after a setback. Rather than presenting a dense, theoretical framework, Kaur offers a gentle, accessible toolkit designed to help readers thoughtfully reshape and redefine their own narratives. The book's primary strength lies in its unique structure. Comprised of short, digestible chapters, it respects the reader's time and emotional energy. Each section is focused on a specific element of life, complete with concise summaries and relatable anecdotes. This format makes the process of self-reflection feel less like a monumental task and more like a series of small, manageable steps. It’s an ideal approach for those who may feel too depleted to engage with more demanding texts, transforming the act of healing into a daily, minute-by-minute practice. At its core, ...

In the sultry, deceptive world of Delhi's elite, a struggling lawyer and a trapped wife ignite a forbidden passion that spirals into a meticulously crafted murder plot. Ring Twice for Mrs. Naren is a seductive and chilling tale where the stakes are not just wealth, but life itself. The story centers on Anand Sinha, a lawyer desperate for a big break, and Mrs. Leela Naren, a woman suffocating in an abusive, loveless marriage. Their lives entangle when Anand reveals a critical piece of information: Leela’s husband plans to change his will, threatening to strip her of the luxurious life she knows. This revelation sparks an illicit, passionate affair, and together, they hatch a calculated and chilling plan to commit the perfect murder. This novel masterfully blends the suspense of a crime thriller with the dark intimacy of romantic noir. It's a sultry, psychological tale that explores the intoxicating dance of seduction, greed, and ultimate betrayal. The interplay of desire and...

‘Crimson Mirage’ by Babujee is a searing and deeply psychological journey into the heart of a political revolutionary. Set against the turbulent backdrop of 1960s Calcutta, the novel plunges us into the life of Manush, a gifted young man whose ambition for a new life takes a dark and ultimately tragic turn. The city itself feels like a living character, its intellectual ferment and revolutionary fervor serving as both an intoxicating promise and a fatal lure. This is not a heroic tale, but a chilling examination of how political ideals can erode a person's soul, leaving behind a haunted echo of who they once were. The novel’s first act expertly charts Manush’s descent. His love for an elusive classmate, Mita, becomes the initial spark, drawing him into an underground extremist group where passion quickly solidifies into a dangerous purpose. The author masterfully portrays the psychological unraveling that follows, as Manush is consumed by a world of political violence, paranoia, an...

Amazing magical mystical fantasy novel by Vidya Math, on the lines of Book of Stamps. This novel is profound, and as an author Vidya has superbly crossed her own narrative brilliance as reflective in the story. This novel is a breathtaking dive into a world brimming with magic, vulnerability, and ancient lands with secrets. From the very first page, the narrative of naïve characters pull you into the verdant, sprawling kingdom of Zohor through both the stories of past and present. The lead character is Othelia. She has grown up, but before that she lost her mother before moving to a new place. However, her quest to get again with Harry, a boy who appeared from wilderness when she was a child have had drastic influence on her memories. As the book also takes a look at the aloof childhood of Othelia. Her father being a Chancellor was a busy man, and mother a simple home woman. She has had no one to play around. As she explores the faraway land of Zohor and their allied folklores with Har...

“Anthropic Waves” is a profound heart touching poetry collection by the Sri Lankan author Pramudith D Rupasinghe. The collection spans across various global backdrops. It sometimes walks the memory lane of the author while growing up in Sri Lanka, in another instance…the poems will take you strolling across beaches of Africa or some other countries and narrate the stories of traditions…lineage…love and loss. From rich to war-torn to under-developing countries, the author seems to have observed the impacts silently. Thus, this poetic collection hits you hard. It is like armchair experience, however in a poetic way. Not an exact travelogue, the poems carry the intensity of pain of the people from various zones of their lives. The impact and observation of the book is global. It reads like a map of poetry. Nearly all poetries have different mood, zeitgeist, and appeal…a sort of cogitation that one could make if that person has lived or frequented that country and place. One of the stand...

‘Bhuno’ is a terrific Bengali novel written by Orpheus Rayswarnadhir that delves deep in the folktale/story that has its only vestiges but not the proper scaffold. The story revolves around the disappearance of a father and son, Bhuno and Syamra, along with their white owl. That’s why the narrative is presented as a recovered story that someone has left for the townspeople. It is set against the backdrop of a ‘Maoist’ den called ‘Kolmikim.’ In its pursuing genre, the novel is classified as Young Adult Fiction, with a focus on classic themes. Additionally, the story seems to have elements of mystery or suspense due to the central disappearance. The book explores the relationship between a father, a son, and their unusual companion, the white owl. The mention of "Kolmikim" and the "Maoist" connection suggests a story that delves into social or political issues, possibly related to insurgency or a specific historical context. Talking about Maoist Den in the book,...