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The Mumbai Monsoon
‘The Mumbai Monsoon' is the story of three women from different walks of life as they navigate dreams, desires and hardships.
Ruby, a 20-year-old prostitute is tired of selling her body every night to the horny men of Delhi. She embarks on a journey to find an alternate career and respect.
Ayesha, a leading Bollywood actress is blessed with all the luxuries and fame. Stuck in a marriage that's hard to end and even harder to stay in, the actress struggles to live a happy life.
Simi, a happy-go-lucky Punjabi girl meets a man in an arranged setup. With a dreamy wedding, new life in the city of dreams and motherhood, she has got it all. But a happily-ever-after that she always saw in movies seems to be a far-fetched dream.
The inevitable monsoon in Mumbai brings the three strangers together as they deal with a bigger storm that lies ahead of them.
Ruby, a 20-year-old prostitute is tired of selling her body every night to the horny men of Delhi. She embarks on a journey to find an alternate career and respect.
Ayesha, a leading Bollywood actress is blessed with all the luxuries and fame. Stuck in a marriage that's hard to end and even harder to stay in, the actress struggles to live a happy life.
Simi, a happy-go-lucky Punjabi girl meets a man in an arranged setup. With a dreamy wedding, new life in the city of dreams and motherhood, she has got it all. But a happily-ever-after that she always saw in movies seems to be a far-fetched dream.
The inevitable monsoon in Mumbai brings the three strangers together as they deal with a bigger storm that lies ahead of them.
149 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 14, 2022
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Kanika Saini
2 books3 followersKanika Saini is a Bollywood journalist working in Mumbai. She aims to be a full-time storyteller and take her readers on an emotional roller-coaster ride with her books.
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January 18, 2022
A short and emotional read written with brutal honesty.
The most lovely character is that of Ruby, a lively girl of 20, with dreams in her eyes and a courage to earn a better life for herself. The difficulties of being a sex worker, and the painful story of Ruby being dragged into this profession really touched me.
The struggles of being not so economically well-off in a city as expensive as Mumbai, has been rightly conveyed through the character of Simi. Mumbai's locals and the beaches find a special place in the book.
To the stark contrast, the book also mentions the seemingly perfect life of a popular Bollywood actress, living a gloomy life. Not my favourite character, but definitely very realistic.
Towards the end, a monsoon in Mumbai sets all three of them on a journey to take charge of their lives. Drastic changes. And that's the beauty of the monsoon in the book.
The book is a short read, written in a very simple language. Didn't take much of my time in reading.
The most lovely character is that of Ruby, a lively girl of 20, with dreams in her eyes and a courage to earn a better life for herself. The difficulties of being a sex worker, and the painful story of Ruby being dragged into this profession really touched me.
The struggles of being not so economically well-off in a city as expensive as Mumbai, has been rightly conveyed through the character of Simi. Mumbai's locals and the beaches find a special place in the book.
To the stark contrast, the book also mentions the seemingly perfect life of a popular Bollywood actress, living a gloomy life. Not my favourite character, but definitely very realistic.
Towards the end, a monsoon in Mumbai sets all three of them on a journey to take charge of their lives. Drastic changes. And that's the beauty of the monsoon in the book.
The book is a short read, written in a very simple language. Didn't take much of my time in reading.
January 26, 2022
Was not able to keep this one down. The language is easy to follow and story line gripping. From a life full of parties to one that's mundane, this has covered it all. Nothing too fancy or unbelievable about the story earns it brownie points from me.
Containing three characters in 180 pages, while keeping the readers hooked!
Well written, extremely amazingly ended. A treat for the readers.
Containing three characters in 180 pages, while keeping the readers hooked!
Well written, extremely amazingly ended. A treat for the readers.
January 18, 2022
The book is an amazing piece of handicraft I would say...the beauty with which author has portrayed the characters , subtle, strong and yet realistic , makes this book a must read.
Highly recommended for all .
P.S - This story will make you fall in love with Mumbai-the city of dreams !!!
Highly recommended for all .
P.S - This story will make you fall in love with Mumbai-the city of dreams !!!
January 31, 2022
Great world-building with an extremely powerful story.
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