Radhika Maira Tabrez

In the Light of Darkness…the title of the book says it all…does it not? A story of hope and beauty…reminding us of the cycle of a beautiful day after a dark dark night…..a cycle that ensures positivity wins.

Radhika’s book lives up to the Title and by the end of the book you know…no matter how down or out you feel…there will be a brighter tomorrow and no matter how insignificant words of our well-wishers seem…they have an inspiring and beautiful note for you.

I have read the author’s work previously and know her strength lies in painting the pictures beautifully before your eyes. Her descriptions and narratives make you feel that you are watching a movie and can actually see the setting. I loved the scenic Bydore and feel I am just back from a vacation after being a witness to a series of events. On this note I would like to suggest her to delve a little more on the how the characters look…though looks, I know are superficial, but that would just complete a movie in my mind.

The beauty of the book is the intertwined lives of the characters, the way they stand with each other at all times and the beautiful words that narrate all of the above. I wished I had friends like the protagonists have in the book. Friends who stand by you, grow with you, argue with you yet ensure you get the best out of life. Even the supporting characters in the book have a way of making a positive lasting impression on your mind.

A few lines about the cover. It is so apt for this story…the sapling, the lock which also looks like a mug…the blue gate and the moss over it…. while reading the book, I turned over to the cover page many times to marvel over, how it conveys so much!

Writing reviews is not just my thing…..I am scared I will give out the story or would be critical…or give unnecessary inputs….but this book made me write one so you can imagine how good it is….Go ahead and soak in this beauty….The story is slightly predictable…yes…but the way it is worded and written makes it for a compelling read. Do grab your copy and fall in love….get the light in your dark corners…