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THIS BOOK IS FOR ALL THOSE DARING HEARTS, WHO HAVE SECRETS OF THEIR OWN AND WOULD WANT TO CONFESS A FEW IN FRONT OF OTHERS. Sneak Peak will take you through a time when APPLE was still a fruit, children spend time playing with each other rather than in front of computers and a time when people rescued a dying person instead of taking their video and posting on Facebook. There was a simpler time in the 80’s and 90’s and those who lived those times and who didn’t, will equally love what you are going to read here. It’s not my story but it is yours too! The hero of this story is not Dhyankumar but the story itself. Here Dhyankumar closely post-mortems the various phases in his life, how he felt and how different it would have been, or should have been, had he thought in a different way. The book deeply emphasizes the values of friendship and how it can change one’s life and sometimes destroy the same.
MY REVIEW:
The book is of a different genre from the current trend that prevails. I felt like reading out from a diary of kind born in 90’s, keeping in mind I am one such. It brings out numerous nostalgic incidents.
It speaks about an era of no social media intervention. Yes, that’s right no mobile phones, no tabs. Leading a simple life enjoying a vacation with no social media check-ins, hanging out with cousins, TV series and cartoon and most important of all staying with our grandparents. Isn’t that a wonderful feel, staying as a complete family with many people and relatives, helping each other out, laughing, sharing. This I feel is something that the current generation is missing out on.
Though we have several advancements in technology and comforts at all levels, the concrete jungle can never equal the above mentioned joys.
The book is about a protagonist Dhyankumar who introspects the various phases of his life. The narration portrays his life filled with love and affection as a boon of staying with grandparents. A couple of mischievous events and few confessions make it an interesting read.
The pace of the story seems to be slow at places and characterization needs betterment. The cover design could have been improved. With no surprise elements the narration is pretty good except for the slow-paced parts which seem dragging. The language is simple and crisp making this a good choice for one time read.
MY RATINGS:
Cover: 3/5
Title 3.5/5
Plot: 4/5
Writing and Presentation: 4/5
Overall: 4/5
BOOK DETAILS:
- Title : Sneak peak
- Author: Krishna kumar nair
- Genre: Realistic fiction
- Format: Kindle Edition
- File Size: 3259 KB
- Print Length: 142 pages
- Publisher: Half Baked Beans (26 July 2018)
- Sold by: Amazon Asia-Pacific Holdings Private Limited
- Language: English
- ASIN: B07FY9KL7N
The book is available on Amazon https://amzn.to/2O3kW7d
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Sounds a bit like a toned down version of the Malgudi days with lesser surprise elements.
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Pretty much yes.
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That’s the impression i got as well. But, as long as the author has done justice to the subject and story, i wouldn’t mind picking up a copy.
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I too felt it too! Reminds me of Malgudi days!
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WOuld love to read the book after the fantastic review.
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Do give a try 😊
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Appears nice. Yes modern gadgets have made a hell of difference in normal lives.
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Yes, human companionship is being replaced , which is sad.
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A good informative review. I definitely connect with the theme of the book.
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Thank you. Do give it a read.
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The book sounds about okay. Sometimes, an easy, one-time read is also required in life after plowing through so many classics and non-fictions. 🙂 Thanks for the review.
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Thank you
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It sounds very intersting and very likely to be a relatable book. WIll definitely pick this one… 🙂 thanks for sharing
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Thank you
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Thanks for the introduction, shall definitely read the book.
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Thank you Aditi. Sure give it a read.
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true dear. those were the days. its is totally different now
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Yes, those were memories.
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I guess this is something I should read, thanks for the review.
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Thank you
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Ah! How refreshing! The story seems to be perfect for today’s readers who have no idea what life without the social media is all about! How I wish we could go back to the 80s and 90s, when peace prevailed!
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If given a chance definitely we would all wish to travel back.
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Your review has peaked my interest in the book.. adding it to my TBR! Loved the simpler times…
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That era was the best. I belonged to the cream of people born in the late 90s.
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Me too
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This sounds like a book anyone in the 90’s will relate to. How I wish we can get back those days. Life was simple with less money but was so much more happier.
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Very true
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Aww same here
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Seems interesting. I’ll definitely read. Thanks for sharing
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My pleasure
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Those good old days, yes things have changed so rapidly in the last two decades, we are swiftly swept into a completely different world. Time is flying, in 80’s and 90’s time had a slow flow and took its own time and we enjoyed the weekends and the summer vacation, these days when weekend comes and goes we have no clue. We are lost in the wilderness, though we stay away from the nature and we are constantly running from the pillar to the post in search of something which is elusive. Nostalgic to go back to those days through this book, “sneak peak”, the title is quite intriguing; we are all experiencing a similar feeling and we need old stories to connect with our new self.
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Yes the title is intriguing. Do give a read of you find time.
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Yes will do…
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Lot like our days during 90s. Going to give the book a try!
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Please do
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I think I will try reading this book. I was born in the sixties and graduated in the eighties. I grew up in the era when having a television set at home was considered a luxury. I think this book will take me down memory lane. Thanks for the review.
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It sure will take you down memory lane. Thank you uncle
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Hey Sindhu , those were the days , Pre-SocialMedia , Pre-mobile. Everything was so real , natural. I would sure love to read this novel for old time’s sake #MyFriendAlexa #SujatawdeReads
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Thank you Sujata, sure do
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after your positive review, I’ll buy and read it.
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Thank you, the Amazon link is on my post.
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Yes, those were good old days. People had time for each other. Reading your review I started feeling nostalgic. I will like to read the book.
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The Amazon link for the book is on my blog post
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Those were the good old days when people exchanged hand written notes instead of forward message, technology hadn’t penetrated our daily life to huge extend. Would give it a try to read. Review seems interesting.
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Thank you, sure please do.
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It all reminds me of Malgudi Days – the old world charm!
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Yes it does
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Sounds interesting. I am sure it would have made for a good read. #surreads #myfriendalexa #blogchatter
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Would love to see more books by Indian authors different from the popular selling genres.
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