Thank You for Leaving

by Rithvik Singh

The more I give you,
the emptier I feel.
I think I’ll be okay again
when I ask you to leave.

Dear reader,

I wrote this book for the ones who feel everything too deeply. The rare souls who still listen to their hearts and believe in love. The ones who don’t hurt others just because they’re in pain. The ones who wear their hearts on their sleeves and carry kindness within. The ones who overthink, over-invest in people and over-love, always.

This book is an ocean full of feelings, so if at any point, you feel like you’re drowning, take a moment to remind yourself that it’s a privilege to feel emotions as intensely as you do. Some people are so disconnected from their hearts that they don’t allow themselves to feel anything at all.

That being said, I wish you a happy reading. This book will make you cry.

Love,
Rithvik

Genres: Love, Poetry, Self Help, Fiction, Emotional, Novels, Romance

200 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 14, 2025

Reviews

[Alisha · Rating 3 out of 5]

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[Avani ✨ · Rating 3 out of 5]

Thank You for Leaving by Rithvik Singh, yet another heartfelt collection of poetry, prose and emotions by the author. This one is for those who feels everything very deeply—be it joy, sorrow, sadness or even love.

The more I give you,
the emptier I feel.
I think I’ll be okay again
when I ask you to leave.

This collection felt very raw and personal to me. It's filled with sadness and hope at the same time. The book acts as a reflection and therapy at the same time. The book is for the ones who overthink, over-invest in people and over-love, always (hi, nice to meet you :p)

[Kareena Maheshwari · Rating 3 out of 5]

Why it was not interesting as it's title?

[Bookdragon · Rating 2 out of 5]

I have been not reading from a month or so and it's exhausting clearly..so I picked a poetry book this is quite famous one i read the other book by the same author too.
for me the poetry books are generally really heavy on my head cuz they have so much inside them and just reading lines randomly doesn't makes any sense.. so I read few pages and then continue next time..
this one was okish and very similar to the last poetry book by this author.
I liked the illustrations though I am thinking to sketch some of them in my own diary...
I will give it 2.5 out of 5.

[Reading_ Tamishly · Rating 3 out of 5]

For Beginners. For poetry lovers. For the ones who are going through heartbreak.

[Anjali ♡ · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read it again after soo long
and i feel quite similar to the first time I read the book.
I connected to so many thoughts and pages and some pages were just good to read ,some pages just gave realisations and some were just there.

To someone who is looking forward to reading this or if it's in your tbr
dont think you need to go through a breakup or something

just sit around relax your mind and try to connect what the author is trying to say :)

[Samiksha · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is surprisingly comforting! The poems and prose are just ahaaaa!!!

[_.chaosandcaffeine._ · Rating 3 out of 5]

⭐ Rating: 3.25 / 5 🌟🌟 🌟

Grief isn’t always loud. Sometimes it’s quiet, gentle — and strangely hopeful.

I went into Thank You for Leaving expecting emotional carnage, but what I found instead was something softer, calmer, and oddly reassuring. Yes, the book is soaked in heartbreak, longing, and absence — but it didn’t break me. It held me. I didn’t feel traumatised; I felt… understood. Rithvik Singh doesn’t scream your pain back at you — he whispers it, dresses it up in poetry, and hands it to you like a carefully wrapped wound. I binged it in one sitting, not because I was desperate, but because it was quietly addictive in its emotional simplicity.

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Brief Plot (Spoiler-Free)

This isn’t a traditional “story” book — it’s a collage of poems, letters, one-liners, reflections, and emotional snapshots about love, loss, growth, and moving on. It follows the emotional journey of loving, losing, healing, and slowly learning to choose oneself when love no longer serves you.

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Atmosphere, Tone & Setting

The tone is intimate, confessional, and contemplative — like reading someone’s most vulnerable diary entries at 2 a.m. There’s no concrete setting, but the book lives in quiet rooms, rainy nights, late-night thoughts, childhood memories, and the spaces between people who once loved each other. It feels like whispered conversations, unsent texts, and moments of realisation rather than loud heartbreak.

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Character (Emotional) Analysis

Even without traditional characters, the emotional “voice” of the book feels deeply self-aware yet gentle. The speaker isn’t bitter — just tired, reflective, and slowly growing. There’s maturity in how love is portrayed: not as possession, but as something tender, fragile, and sometimes temporary. The recurring presence of parents, siblings, best friends ,childhood, and gentle care adds depth and warmth, reminding us that love exists beyond romance.

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Critical Analysis

As poetry-prose, the book succeeds in capturing modern emotional psychology — attachment, loss, nostalgia, and healing. Rithvik Singh is clearly perceptive about how Gen-Z and young adults experience love and loneliness. However, structurally, the book lacks narrative depth and repetition occasionally blunts its impact. Some lines hit devastatingly hard, while others feel familiar or predictable. It’s emotionally effective, but not intellectually revolutionary.

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Final Verdict

Thank You for Leaving isn’t a book that shatters you — it’s a book that softly rearranges you. Not perfect, not groundbreaking, but undeniably moving. For me, it wasn’t trauma — it was hope wrapped in sadness, a reminder that love can be gentle, growth is painful, and choosing yourself is sometimes the bravest act of all.

[readwithricha2 · Rating 4 out of 5]

So, I picked up this book only because I had read I Don’t Love You Anymore—and I absolutely fell in love with it. I’ve already recommended it to 5–7 people and even lent it to two of my friends. That’s how much I loved it.

Coming to this book—it might feel a little less amazing than the first one. Maybe it’s because I Don’t Love You Anymore was my first book of that kind, or perhaps it felt more relatable. I’m not entirely sure. But this one is still a great read—so relatable, short, crisp, and written in such simple language.

Even if you’re not into poetry, you’ll fall in love with it because of its charm. I personally enjoy poetry, so for me, it was beautiful. And honestly, even if you don’t usually read books, you can finish this one in just a few hours.

I didn’t highlight too many lines because the whole book is filled with memorable moments—just like the last one—but I’ve included a few of my favorites in this post.

[Saranya Dhandapani · Rating 5 out of 5]

#360
Book 31 of 2025- Thank you for leaving me
Author- Rithvik Singh

Rithvik Singh is absolutely one of my favourite Indian authors in recent times… his words have the power to extract deep feelings from within and pour them right onto paper. I’ve read many of his poems on Instagram, but this is the first book of his I picked up… and everything about it felt so beautiful, right from the cover.

When I first saw the title and the cover, I thought this would be a collection of poems about someone who left… the kind of soft heartbreak poetry I love to read and write. But this book is more than that. It’s a mix of poems, short writeups and even letters… and every piece holds a certain kind of raw emotion that gently stays with you.

While reading, I couldn’t help but think of my teenage self… the one who was going through heartbreak without knowing how to heal. If she had read this book back then… maybe she would have felt seen, maybe she would have healed a little sooner… maybe even beautifully.

This book is warm, personal and written with so much honesty… it speaks to those quiet corners of your heart that you don’t always know how to express. If you’ve ever felt the ache of someone leaving, if you’ve struggled to find the right words for your emotions, or if you simply want to sit with a book that understands you… this one is for you. Whether you’re healing, remembering or just feeling a little too much… “Thank You for Leaving” will hold your hand through it.

[Charu]

One of the best book🥺❤🧿

[_nandini24_chilllll · Rating 5 out of 5]

"The more love I give you, the emptier I feel. I think I'll only be okay again when I ask you to leave"

This book describes heartbreak, yes, but does your heartbreak only when you're in a romantic relationship? I understand this book. I relate to it. I've not been in a relationship and yet those words remind me of the pieces of myself that I've lost to others.

[Our_readingjourney · Rating 4 out of 5]

THANK YOU FOR LEAVING - @wordsofrithvik

Thank you for Leaving by Rithvik Singh is a heartfelt collection of relatable poems, prose and feelings making you deeply feel the emotions of love, loss, happiness, grief, sadness and healing.

I read this book over a period of a few days though the language is simple and lucid the depth of the words and the meaning behind them needed to be pondered and savoured.

This book will act as a cathartic guide and therapy for those still reeling from a heartbreak esp young love providing with hope , comfort and healing.

Here are a few of my memorable lines from the book -

"True happiness is in listening to the wind and birds sing in your absence and realising there's so much beauty beyond your face."

"If it feels like a war, your victory lies in leaving them before the inevitable destruction unfolds."

[Rana Mateen · Rating 3 out of 5]

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[Ananya ⋆⭒˚｡⋆ [matchin' pfp with delulu 10] · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5
It was a good book. Many pages made me cry. And many pages were so sweet that they brought a smile to my face.

[Akanksha Tripathi]

Very heart warming book

[Rajashree Chakraborty · Rating 5 out of 5]

every time I read this author's book, I feel something in me heal i didn't know was brushed... loved it!

[Sufi Fiza · Rating 5 out of 5]

❤️‍🩹

[a.readers.corner · Rating 3 out of 5]

"Everyone, at some point, has fallen in love.

Some are lucky enough to find a lifelong partner, while others share a short yet unforgettable connection. But no matter how long it lasts, experiencing a love that touches your soul—that’s a gift in itself, isn’t it?
Yet, breakups are never easy. And everyone copes in their own way.
Some pour their hearts out to anyone who’ll listen, others retreat into silence—and Rithvik? He wrote a book.
More than just poetry, this collection is a heartfelt exploration of healing, self-love, and the role of mother and friends (they play a major role trust me!). It’s not flowery or complex—just honest, raw, and relatable.
Perfect for anyone new to poetry or navigating the messy, beautiful journey of post-breakup healing. 💔✨"

[Dipti Reads · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the third book I’ve read by Rithvik. I wasn’t a big fan of the first one — felt a little overhyped, to be honest. So I went into this one with low expectations. But it really surprised me. I ended up liking it a lot more than I thought I would. Not every poem clicked, but quite a few felt personal and will definitely stay with me for a long time. 💌

[Arshilkukadiya]

Great book

[Sayu · Rating 3 out of 5]

Get's better towards the end.

[Bhavyaaꨄ︎ · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.4 ⭐

[Adnan Sarwar · Rating 3 out of 5]

My back has more
daggers than skin.
Sometimes, I sit
with my silence
and think I am a bouquet
of fake flowers
on a dining table—
something that has
always ever looked
like it’s blossoming;
something that has
always been dead.

[Mansi Gyanani · Rating 3 out of 5]

Book Review of 'THANKS FOR LEAVING' by Ritvik Singh📜🌸🏷✒️

Although it seemed like a poetry book at first yet it gave off the vibe and energy of a self help book, at many points that made it quite different from the previous books of Ritvik Singh. This book is a breakthrough for the author because his previous craft had raw and candid style of writing and this one, it has more layers and new innovative addition like doodlings which create intrigue as visual representation impacts more than just words. The efforts were great but the execution seemed to be falling apart, at a few points.

If you read this book as a first timer with the author, without having read his previous work then drawing comparison is pointless as it would be up to the mark, in that regard however if you had read the author previously, you would feel what I felt i.e. it must be the finest work of the author but not the heart touching one.

Few elements like anecdotes from the experiences of life, friendships and families were more prominent in this particular book, contrary to his previous work. Ritvik's love for his mother has been the highlight of his craft but in this book, his inclination towards not just his mother but his maternal grandmother was also quite evident. As always, there were many instances, where I felt the urge to pause for a moment and contemplate what must have gone through the author's mind when he would have thought of such words and wrote them down eventually for the whole world to read.

The evolutionary graph of Ritvik as an author enhanced throughout his journey but the best part of his writing which was its simplicity, somehow seemed to have lost in this book as it was much more complex and layered in comparison. Overall, the experience of reading this book was truly wholesome and unique in its own way. This book is really one of a kind and I would totally recommend it too if the person asking for it has not read the author at all, previously. But, Had they already read the author, I'd totally not recommend this one, I'd rather recommend them, either 'I don't love you anymore' Or 'Warmth'.

Personal Rating: 3/5⭐

[Bushra · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thank You for Leaving is one of those books that quietly breaks you and then puts you back together piece by piece. Rithvik Singh’s writing is raw, intimate, and deeply emotional — it feels less like reading and more like feeling every word.

The book beautifully explores love, loss, heartbreak, healing, and self-growth. Each poem and prose piece carries the ache of someone who’s been through the kind of pain that changes you, but also the kind of pain that teaches you strength. Rithvik’s words are simple yet profound — they reach into the quiet corners of your heart where old memories still live.

What I loved most is how the author doesn’t glorify heartbreak — instead, he shows how leaving and being left both hurt, but they also lead to growth, reflection, and rediscovery. The title itself — Thank You for Leaving — perfectly captures that bittersweet truth: sometimes, losing someone is what helps you find yourself.

Reading this book felt like sitting with an old friend who understands, who doesn’t try to fix you, but just reminds you that healing takes time and that you will be okay again.

Final Thoughts:
This isn’t just a poetry collection — it’s a journey through heartbreak and healing. Every page made me pause, reflect, and breathe a little deeper. If you’ve ever loved, lost, and learned to stand up again, this book will speak to your soul.

✨ “Sometimes goodbye is not the end — it’s the beginning of becoming yourself.”

[Sonali Choudhary · Rating 4 out of 5]

"Thank You for Leaving" by Rithvik Singh felt less like a book and more like a quiet conversation I didn’t know I needed. It isn’t a story with a clear beginning, middle, and end, instead, it’s a collection of poems and short reflections that explore love, heartbreak, and the slow process of letting go. What made it resonate with me was how honest and vulnerable the writing feels.

The language is simple, but that’s what gives it its power. Many of the lines feel like thoughts you have late at night but never say out loud. The book captures the pain of being left behind, but it also focuses on healing and self-growth. Rather than blaming or holding onto anger, Singh emphasizes acceptance and learning to find peace after loss.

At times, some passages felt familiar, almost like quotes you might see online, but there were plenty of moments that genuinely made me pause and reflect. I found myself relating to the emotions more than the words themselves, which made the reading experience feel very personal.

Overall, "Thank You for Leaving" is a comforting and reflective read. It’s not meant to be rushed; it’s the kind of book you pick up when you’re feeling overwhelmed or emotionally tired. If you’ve ever struggled with heartbreak or moving on, this book feels like reassurance that healing is possible, even when it hurts.

[Anjali Sharma · Rating 5 out of 5]

Were you ever deeply in love with someone despite knowing that they don't love you the way you deserve to be loved? Despite knowing that it would be better if they left... but still, you could never stop loving them...

Then don't read this book because it will rip your heart apart... but it will also remind you how you actually deserve to be loved and that it's okay to heal at your own pace....

Thank you for leaving by Rithvik Singh is a beautiful and heartfelt poetry collection revolving around the themes of love, healing, and adulting. There are poems that seem autobiographical, writeups that speak directly to your soul, and lines so beautiful that their beauty fills your heart.

The poems are beautiful, relatable, and can be very impactful depending on the state of mind and point of time in your life you read them. I loved reading this collection. There is something so addictive in Rithvik's words that you can’t stop once you start reading. Maybe it is the simplicity or the reflection of your feelings and soul in them.

I finished this book within 24 hours, and I loved every moment of it. I think this book has a poem/writeup for everyone, and I definitely recommend it, especially if you are in your twenties.

[Gowtham Mothukuri · Rating 4 out of 5]

"Thank You for Leaving" is a deeply emotional and introspective book that explores heartbreak, healing, and the journey of self-discovery after loss. It doesn’t just dwell on sadness—it embraces the idea that endings can be beginnings in disguise. Through beautifully crafted words, the author takes readers through the rollercoaster of emotions that come with losing someone important. There are moments of sorrow, but also sparks of hope, self-love, and newfound strength. The writing style is simple yet profound, filled with lines that stay with you long after you’ve turned the last page.

What stands out about "Thank You for Leaving' is its honesty. It doesn’t sugarcoat the pain, but it also doesn’t glorify suffering. Instead, it gently reminds the reader that moving on is not about forgetting—it’s about choosing yourself. The book is structured in a way that allows you to reflect, almost like a conversation with a friend who has been through the same struggles and wants to reassure you that you will be okay.

If you’re looking for a book that acknowledges your heartbreak while guiding you toward healing, "Thank You for Leaving" is a poignant and uplifting read that will remind you of your own resilience.

[Roohi Bhargava · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thank you for leaving is another heart-touching read. A simple one.

The author has written in such simple language that anyone can understand it. It's a book everyone should read.

This book contains various writings --- poems, proses, one-liners. This book is based on numerous emotions like love, breakup and then how to heal. As per the title, the author is giving you the semblance to move on after breakup.

Certain proses asks generic questions and answers them itself. It's truly relatable once you begin to read it. Some thoughts, poems resonated deeply with me. It is human emotions wrapped in a book. It relates with love, friendship, healing and moving on. Sometimes, leaving the person you love is the best thing you can do.

Some of my favourite lines from the book are as follows.

"In love, your soul turn into a beautiful design on the quilt called life."

"You're not the problem." --- this is something we should believe.

"Love should come with the kind of softness that soothes your soul whenebver life becomes hard."

And many more --- to touch your heart.

The author has done a commendable job --- it's hard to write something that touches the heart, but this touches more hearts than thought.

A must read.