Rajesh Talwar

Book Title: Fabulous Four Battle Zoozoo the Wizard
Author: Rajesh Talwar
Format: Kindle

Book Title:
The title of the book 'Fabulous Four Battle Zoozoo the Wizard' is interesting and exciting.

Book Cover:
The cover image of the book is an animated representation of the characters of the story. The characters of both protagonists and the antagonist(s) are depicted in the title. The colourful apparel of the characters appeal the reader and thus create interest to read the book.

My review:
Of late, I have been liberal in my choice of choosing the books. Maybe, due to COVID times, books are helping me out to scrap off the pressure. I have read many books from this genre, the fantasy genre to which I have always been reluctant. This book 'Fabulous Four Battle Zoozoo the Wizard' by Rajiv Talwar did not disappoint me. The book is a perfect choice for the readers who are more onto fantasy fiction mixed up with adventure and magic.

In this book, what I liked is the story. Typically, the story is taken a back seat, but the narration is always the best when it comes to such fantasy fiction. Likewise, here I enjoyed the fantasy world creation. The readers are easily lost in the beautiful world created by the author in the story. The descriptions were so rich and fabulous, especially the emotions and the actions. It is no doubt that the reader reading would actually feel hungry.

An insight into the story:
The story is set up in the kingdom of Nonamia. On an unfortunate day, the King and the Queen are kidnapped. Princess Samara is brave enough to fight against every odd and evil to get her parents back home safely. This is where the fight between good and evil starts.

Narration and Characters:
The story then takes a pace, and the readers along with Samara travel to places and meet her friends who are manifested with magical powers. With a nice combination of friendship and responsibility, the author has crafted the character of Samara very beautifully. The word Nonamia caught my attention. No-Namia if is separated, looks like No Name. Here, the author's wittiness and intelligence are reflected. Usually, writers take pains to name the characters and the places they chose to explain their stories, but here Rajiv has done the task so easy. Coming to the name Samara, which means battle or fight aptly suits to the princess. Not to forget the bird, Khabar which again means news. Such nuances are very interesting in the book.

How good is the author's writing style
Author Rajiv Talwar is a very good writer. His previous books and works have proved the same. His command over the English language perfectly fits this type of fantasy - adventure stories. His narration and the details of the characters, scenes, and emotions exhibited is just impeccable. The language he uses is so attractive. This is my first book of his; I have completely fallen in love with his writing style. The language and scenic representation of the story are so good that a reader can't stop falling in love with his writing. I was never a fan of such a genre book, but of late, I started reading for various reasons.

In this book, the story's thematic approach and sequences are very interesting. The book gives a vivid moving story that enthrals the readers once they finish it reading. For many good reasons, I decided to read his other books irrespective of any notions on this genre.

How entertaining is the book
This book always leaves the readers excited after every chapter. The fantasy world outside the kingdom Nonamia is quite fascinating and elaborate. It's a complex world full of its own mysteries which are best discovered slowly. In this book, to the readers who are the lovers of fantasy fiction tells them a fascinating story full of adventures, magic and mysteries.

My Final Verdict:
The story of adventure, magic and fantasy!

My Rating: 4/5
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Since the pandemic times have allowed writers, authors and reading enthusiasts to explore and weave various stories that emerge out of the situations where life came to a standstill are enjoyable to read. In this connection, books by many authors have been published, and it’s a beautiful thing most of the books are welcomed by amateur and seasoned readers. But again, taking time to write and present the stories on such situations with incidents happening around that affect the psyche of any human is a challenge. On a personal front, I salute every writer and author for this!

Being an avid reader and reading across many genres often leaves me confused about picking up a book mainly meant for children or young readers. But all said, there lies the magic of imagination while reading children’s literature, and mostly if it is a fantasy adventure, there are no bounds!

In this book, STAR-CROSSED LOVERS IN THE BLUE: Love in the Time of Corona, author Rajesh Talwar has given his readers a real feast. This book is not for serious readers but for those readers who love fantasy fiction irrespective of age. The language, the imagined aqua world, the mermaids, the mermen, a romance between them, their plans for the future etc., are so fascinating to read. To the young readers relating with the natural world around them is an essential aspect of story-telling.

The story is about Mermaid Utir and a Merman, Arj and their love story. The story doesn’t end on this note but a great adventure in front. One day Arj goes on to the Sea surface to see the outer world and watch the sun. It is then he sees Utir, the mermaid and falls in love with her. Coincidentally, Utir also falls for him. It was love at first sight. To give closure to their love story, they decide to get married.
But, as every love story has hindrances, Utir also faces family pressure and accepts the family’s decision to have an arranged marriage. After knowing about this sudden change in decisions, Arj is left heartbroken. He then decides to give his best, make his career go, and convince Utir to leave her husband and come back with him. He was going to meet Utir and persuade her, but on his way to Cuba (Utir’s in-law’s place), he comes to know about a deadly virus, Anoroc, and he also gets infected with that fatal virus. What happens further is what the story is about.

With engrossing yet straightforward language and engaging narration, author Rajesh uses emotions against the situation mixed with ego. The story’s focal point, i.e. the virus and the pandemic situations, makes the book look so relatable and perfect an in-time read. There are places in the book where a reader smiles, laughs, feels sorry, and thinks and ponders over some issues in the real world.

Creating such a world with real-time problems that humans face is a great attempt. This is my second book from the author, and I wish to read more of his works.
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My Thoughts:
This book by author Rajesh Talwar is an interesting tale of love and friendship that are inevitable in anyone's life. If these are not set within the definite and societal rules, then life goes bonkers. This is the main theme of the story, and how do the characters react and act is what the story is. Every character in the story, including Simran, has its own space, identity, and strength.

The inclusion of Bollywood songs also added some spice to the story.

What to expect from the book?
Expect a twisting tale between friends and their web of feelings.
Expect a story that questions one's existence in others' lives.
Expect a story with engaging narration and human emotions.

Who can read?
The story is targeted towards the readers who love to read fiction stories that revolve around themes like love, friendship, bromance etc. As the story is written in a universal language, the book can be read by teenagers also.

How good is the author's writing style?
Rajesh Talwar is one such author who explores and experiments in many genres in fiction. This is my fourth book of his and this time the story has totally stumbled me. All his books, in general, have easy language which appeals to the readers of almost every. The elements like vocabulary, grammar and speed of the story in this book is as good as his other works, but somewhere a little lag towards the 3/4th of story is felt. The narration is engaging and the emotional quotient is well maintained.

How entertaining is the book?
Love stories are always the evergreen narrative in the fiction genre. What if the love story between two people has a twist because of the intruding of another person, directly or indirectly? The story thus becomes a question of beliefs, values, ethics and emotions. Though feelings are overpowered by the conscience, sometimes the person's value model of life changes the course of the life. Here, with the two titles entwined into one, the story can be seen as two sub-plots where the characters are the same but the choices in their lives make the difference.

The book revolves around three best friends Karthik, Luv & Jeet. They share a definite bond of unconditional love. The drift in their relationship starts when Luv develops romantic feelings with Jeet's fiancee, Simran. The book is a perfect entertainer.
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What to expect
Expect a book that looks so different, as said from the known self-help books.
Expect a book that caters to all readers irrespective of the age
Expect a book that will imbibe some simple yet needed positive affirmations

Who can read
As the blurb says, this book is for everyone! The book gives its readers a clear cut idea of defining what success is and the pathway to get through it. With all the nuances needed, this book will please every reader. Depending upon the experience, the reader has a chance to absorb the required.

My thoughts
This is one of the self-help books out of many books available on the market. The book mainly focuses on success and then the concept of self-confidence. The book also talks about various ways to tackle and achieve goals in life, success building, life management techniques and a positive approach towards life. This book stands away from the other books due to its straightforward process towards all the abovementioned qualities.

The whole book stresses positivity, belief, will, power and hope. Techniques to achieve success are being explained very effectively. The book's flow is as easy as drinking water with simple language and great vocabulary. The book also has anecdotes, examples and verses by eminent leaders, speakers and other great people worldwide.

Writing Style
Author Rajesh Talwar's writing is always engaging and straightforward. I have had an opportunity to read his other books. It s not relatively easy often to switch between the genres. But, Rajesh has proven that it can be tackled with tremendous and quintessential writing. Therefore I think this book is also as good as his other books.

Grammar & Vocabulary
Simple and easy language with the required amount of vocabulary is used in the book. This will help the beginner or young readers, along with others, flow through the book's topics hassle-free.

Entertainment quotient
Overall, this book - 'The Mantra and Meaning of Success' by author Rajesh Talwar is a book that will provide its readers with the proper way to plan and reach success.
In this exciting book, the author takes every effort to uncover the valuable and vital Mantras necessary that everyone must follow, master and implement. These mantras will surely give some indispensable results. It is a known fact that success is always not about the materialistic things acquired, but understanding oneself is also success. Hence, this book is different because it does not tell us about the various ways through which we can be successful. This is not a spiritual book but a book that makes you understand the potential and achieve success. Thus, an entertainer.

Pick it if
you like self-help books
you want to read motivational books
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