A light read, a bright and breezy romantic comedy by an Indian author who could well be in the running to be the next Marian Keyes (you know who Marian Keyes is, surely? The queen of rom com fiction and chick lit? Who’s Irish just like me?).
The plot is simple enough. Writer Kairavi (Kay to her friends) has foresworn men after a string of failed relationships. An ill-fated night on the town leaves her hospitalized, however, with a tattoo declaring ‘Done With Men’ and considerable injury to her ego. A handsome Goan doctor with a poetical name enters her life and intrigues her, leading her a merry dance indeed. Suddenly, the hardened journo is wondering whether or not being ‘Done With Men’ forever is a little premature.
I loved the humour and the romance, the ‘will she or won’t she’ intrigue and the Goan sunshine. The writer has thoughtfully provided a list of Hindi terms at the back for those unfamiliar with the language, so this is a book which can be enjoyed by anyone who reads in English, even if they’re not Indian.
Shuchi Kalra is a witty and observant author who is already a well established blogger and editor. She has a perfect voice for women’s fiction with her dry humour and chatty writing style. Full marks to this one!
I received a review copy of this book in return for an honest review.
