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Book Review- Demons in My Mind by Aashish Gupta

There are some good books and then there are amazing books which stay to haunt you. Demons in My Mind is one such book. 

About the Author and the Book

Aashish Gupta is the bold author of the book. Why Bold? This is such a heavy book, not by volume but by theme. Hats off to him for handling the story of 'The Three Monk' in a way one might not expect.
The story starts with the ailing Dakshesh who is left under a tree by the villagers as he wants to meet the three Monks before he breathes his last. He does meet them and each of them tells their story. Interestingly each of the monk was a criminal, performing the most hideous of crimes.

I was so much into the book that I lived each of the monk's lives and also died the way some characters died.

There was a point of time where I hated the men in the story and wanted to throw away the book. But then, that's when you get a surprise. I couldn't stop reading and continued. The book does touch upon the point of how our minds control us, how one gets to extremes and looses control over self. 

What I admire about the writing? - It is not a boring self help book, but it does make one pause and reflect upon life.

Author's Special Touch

This book is Aashish's debut, but he already has that knack. In the story of the second monk he writes about a painter performing his art. I loved every bit of the description and felt as if I was a part of the audience. 
Each and every character is so much alive. After a long time I have read an author for whom I can say 'I hated his writing as much as I loved it!'



The Twist

Every story has its own twist, but the best is when you reach the end. The book is also a page-turner for it keeps you hooked not just out of interest but also hatred to know why the character is doing what he is?

The author also gives pointers which can be used in his life.

Verdict

4.5/5  --Yes indeed. Aashish is an amazing author and we can look forward to have more from him. Proud to own this book!

Buy the book. Believe me it is going be a collector's choice soon.




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