Book Review : Attaboy

Book Review : Attaboy

Title - Attaboy

Author - Caleb Thornton

Genre - memoir

Pages - 35

Format - e-book

'Attaboy' by Caleb Thornton is a short memoir of author's own childhood experience with his father and other men in his life. He has shared how he was very close to his father in his childhood until his parents got separated. His father used to visit him rarely but it all stopped when he found someone else. So Caleb tried to find solace in other men but all treated him wrong.

Read the book to know will he be able to find someone who will make him feel good.

The cover of the book is okay but could have been better. The title is totally apt to the content. The plot of the story is emotional and engaging. Characters are well developed and described by the author. Language used is simple and lucid. The flow of the book is well paced. It's a short read which will take you to a rollercoaster ride of emotions.

Overall, an emotional read.

Rating - 4/5

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I recommend this book to those who love reading memoirs.

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Thanks for reading. 

Book Review : The Clammy hands of the Dark Nights

Book Review : The Clammy hands of the Dark Nights

Title - The Clammy hands of the Dark Nights

Author - Ratnadip Acharya

Publisher - Aksora publications

Genre - fiction

Pages - 280

Format - paperback 

'The Clammy hands of the Dark Nights' by Ratnadip Acharya is a  collection of stories which takes the readers on a travel journey to different parts of the country like Mumbai, Kolkata, Mussoorie, Tripura etc. Each story is unique and different from each other with a deep meaning in it.

Read the book to know how the author has weaved a supernatural element with everyday life.

The cover of the book is aptly designed and the title is totally apt to the content. The plot of the story is interesting, engaging and unputdownable. It is a perfect blend of mystery, suspense, supernatural elements. The author has narrated each and every story amazingly. The writing style of the author is smooth and flowing. Language used is simple and lucid. Characters are well developed and described like the psychiatrist in Mumbai to the failed author in Kolkata. The flow of the book is well paced.

Overall, a thrilling read.

Rating - 5/5

I recommend this book to all supernatural lovers out there.

Thanks for reading.