Discover the Unexpected in the City of Dreams: Explore the Vibrant Tapestry of “Her Revenge and Other Stories from Bombay”
Step into the bustling world of Bombay and Bangalore with Manik Bal’s captivating collection of short stories, “Her Revenge and Other Stories from Bombay”.
What Readers Say
This book is praised as a “bouquet of feelings” and described as an “emotional roller coaster ride”. It delves into the relatable lives and intricate relationships of ordinary people navigating the complexities of modern India.
Experience the full spectrum of human emotions – from laughter and love to fear and heartbreak – as you immerse yourself in these “odd tales”. The realistic and traditional storytelling is reminiscent of famous Telugu authors.
This book will make you feel, taking you through the journeys of the protagonists, so you’ll be in their heads, seeing through their eyes, feeling through their hearts, crying, laughing, and even terrified.
The sense of reading has never been so profound, and the entire gamut of different stories feels like different chapters of a single novel, with an impression similar to reading Alice Munro.
You’ll find almost all the stories to be relatable on some level, and the author holds a mirror to society with a very realistic picture of our society – with all of its goods and bads. There’s a story and an emotion for everyone, bringing the flavor of college friendships, worrying about status and peer pressure, tensions and responsibilities that hover over a middle-class family, middle-age crisis, a look into the Indian diaspora, and the loss of a friend and the sadness it leaves behind. The book deals with almost every card that an individual comes across in one’s life in India, whether it has to do with finding your passion, the long-gone bond, or the yearnings of a family.
What awaits you within these pages?
- The Ghosts of Our Past: A chance encounter in a coffee shop rekindles memories and unspoken feelings between former lovers, forcing them to confront their shared history.
- The Madcap Laughs: Inside the walls of a mental institution, a newly admitted programmer discovers camaraderie and unexpected perspectives on sanity and societal norms.
- She Hated Us: A tense confrontation unfolds between two individuals entangled in a web of past relationships and accusations, revealing a dark truth.
- The Roads Not Taken: A college reunion prompts reflection on life choices and the paths taken versus the paths left behind, through a conversation between old friends.
- The Beauty And The Beast: A finance professional’s life takes a dramatic turn when a seemingly ordinary loan to a beautiful woman leads to unforeseen and powerful consequences.
- The Screenwriter: In a shared apartment in Bombay, the eccentric dreams and fabricated stories of an aspiring screenwriter entertain and perhaps conceal a deeper reality.
- Her Revenge: Betrayal and desperation lead a man down a dangerous path, culminating in a shocking revelation during an encounter with a mysterious client.
- Stolen Glances: Everyday life in a modern family is captured in moments of affection, playful banter, and the quiet understanding that binds them together.
- All Is Well: A seemingly impulsive act among friends to alleviate a debt spirals into a dangerous game of fake kidnapping with unforeseen repercussions.
- What’s In A Name?: A chance meeting at a friend’s house sparks a connection and a journey of discovery between two individuals with shared acquaintances and evolving feelings.
- Never Say Never: An unexpected encounter in a bar throws two strangers into a dangerous situation, forcing them to rely on each other.
- Look Back In Anger: Lingering shadows from the past and a friend’s betrayal threaten a budding relationship, forcing a confrontation with difficult truths.
MEET THE AUTHOR: MANIK BAL
Manik Bal resides in the vibrant city of Bangalore, a hub of the information technology revolution with a unique blend of tradition and modernity. He captures the essence of the Indian middle class, their aspirations and dilemmas, in his writing. His characters navigate mundane and ordinary situations, revealing their uniqueness in the face of everyday life. Manik observes the young and the old chasing the Indian dream, a dream that blends career ambition with strong family ties, emotional relationships with friends, and a love for melodrama.
Manik enjoys connecting with readers. You can visit his website at http://www.manikbal.com for more information and to receive free stories. He also loves to read and reply to emails at manikbal@protonmail.com.
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