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Top positive review
Very Engaging. Enjoyed reading this charming love story.
4 October 2017
Actual Rating: 3.5 stars.
Very engaging. Characters and situations are well defined. Dialogues are interesting and witty.
Just a few little things here and there - like sometimes, I couldn't understand who is speaking as many times it's just 'she' or 'he'. Or giving Aspirin when Dengue is suspected (I almost screamed, NO! However, these little things did not affect the charm of the love story). Also, it gets a little repetitive/stretched at times.
Overall, just like Jugnu, I enjoyed reading this book thoroughly. Looking forward to her next.
Very engaging. Characters and situations are well defined. Dialogues are interesting and witty.
Just a few little things here and there - like sometimes, I couldn't understand who is speaking as many times it's just 'she' or 'he'. Or giving Aspirin when Dengue is suspected (I almost screamed, NO! However, these little things did not affect the charm of the love story). Also, it gets a little repetitive/stretched at times.
Overall, just like Jugnu, I enjoyed reading this book thoroughly. Looking forward to her next.
Top critical review
Okay Read
27 April 2015
The Author beautifully articulated the confusion that occurs in the mind of a married girl who is depressed with the nature of her husband. Plus point for this novel is, that the author carried the feelings of Abhimanyu towards Priya in a lovely way. I can't exactly say its a drawback but this novel is no where different from the love stories that I have read before. There is no point in this novel that makes it outstanding either suspense/thrill.
This review is written as part of the India Readathon.
This review is written as part of the India Readathon.
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4 October 2017
Actual Rating: 3.5 stars.
Very engaging. Characters and situations are well defined. Dialogues are interesting and witty.
Just a few little things here and there - like sometimes, I couldn't understand who is speaking as many times it's just 'she' or 'he'. Or giving Aspirin when Dengue is suspected (I almost screamed, NO! However, these little things did not affect the charm of the love story). Also, it gets a little repetitive/stretched at times.
Overall, just like Jugnu, I enjoyed reading this book thoroughly. Looking forward to her next.
Very engaging. Characters and situations are well defined. Dialogues are interesting and witty.
Just a few little things here and there - like sometimes, I couldn't understand who is speaking as many times it's just 'she' or 'he'. Or giving Aspirin when Dengue is suspected (I almost screamed, NO! However, these little things did not affect the charm of the love story). Also, it gets a little repetitive/stretched at times.
Overall, just like Jugnu, I enjoyed reading this book thoroughly. Looking forward to her next.
16 August 2015
I started reading Ruchi’s blog during the last April’s A to Z Challenge where she wrote Flash Fiction based on life’s philosophy or mood or emotions, interpreted using colours. And was I impressed? Every day of the week, I actually looked forward to read her stories. Yes, they were that amazing! When I got an opportunity to read and review her debut novel, I grabbed it immediately.
I started reading Take 2, one dull afternoon and finished reading it in a span of few hours. Yes, I read Take 2 at one go! Speaks a lot about the book, isn't it!
Take 2 is a tender story about love lost and love redeemed. The story opens in the midst of a heart-breaking betrayal. Priya’s two year old marriage breaks when her husband announces the D word over the phone. As Priya goes through an emotional roller-coaster ride, her friends form a big support system for her. Abhimanyu … Aah! Abhimanyu...swoon...he is a perfect male character. He is successful, strong willed, compassionate, loving, and patient. As a knight without the shining armour, he helps Priya to come out of her failed marriage but ends up falling in love with her. Their respective value systems come in the way of their desires and they choose to look the other way. The story is also about true friends and what they can do for each other.
From the very beginning of the story, it feels like you are growing up with the characters together, getting to know them and going through their ups and downs. Needless to say that the characterization is vivid and realistic.
I loved the camaraderie between the friends. The conversations between them are laced with wit and humour and sound so very natural. Along with romance, the story has lots of drama, suspense, action and even a villain. All these elements are woven in the story so well that it sucks you in right from the start. Ruchi’s writing in Take 2 is beautiful and flows effortlessly.
Although the majority of this story had a melancholy tone, yes, that’s because Priya had quite a lot of tears in her eyes (counting the unshed too) all throughout the book, Take 2 has a beautiful message of moving on in life, redemption, and second chance at love and happiness. It suggests that when life gives you a second chance, all you have to do is close your eyes and step into it.
Take 2 is a a well-written story of young love and second chances. So go on and read this interesting and compelling romance.
http://shilpaagarg.com/2015/08/take-2.html
I started reading Take 2, one dull afternoon and finished reading it in a span of few hours. Yes, I read Take 2 at one go! Speaks a lot about the book, isn't it!
Take 2 is a tender story about love lost and love redeemed. The story opens in the midst of a heart-breaking betrayal. Priya’s two year old marriage breaks when her husband announces the D word over the phone. As Priya goes through an emotional roller-coaster ride, her friends form a big support system for her. Abhimanyu … Aah! Abhimanyu...swoon...he is a perfect male character. He is successful, strong willed, compassionate, loving, and patient. As a knight without the shining armour, he helps Priya to come out of her failed marriage but ends up falling in love with her. Their respective value systems come in the way of their desires and they choose to look the other way. The story is also about true friends and what they can do for each other.
From the very beginning of the story, it feels like you are growing up with the characters together, getting to know them and going through their ups and downs. Needless to say that the characterization is vivid and realistic.
I loved the camaraderie between the friends. The conversations between them are laced with wit and humour and sound so very natural. Along with romance, the story has lots of drama, suspense, action and even a villain. All these elements are woven in the story so well that it sucks you in right from the start. Ruchi’s writing in Take 2 is beautiful and flows effortlessly.
Although the majority of this story had a melancholy tone, yes, that’s because Priya had quite a lot of tears in her eyes (counting the unshed too) all throughout the book, Take 2 has a beautiful message of moving on in life, redemption, and second chance at love and happiness. It suggests that when life gives you a second chance, all you have to do is close your eyes and step into it.
Take 2 is a a well-written story of young love and second chances. So go on and read this interesting and compelling romance.
http://shilpaagarg.com/2015/08/take-2.html
15 December 2015
‘Take 2’ is an interesting plot with ample doses of drama and witticism. The dialogues between friends are wholly entertaining, and descriptions meticulous. The pace of the story, a bit slow in the beginning, picks up momentum in the later half. Despite some interesting twists in the tale, the end was more or less predictable.
I do notice a certain degree of immaturity and inconsistency in the conduct of the principal players. Priya vows to hurt her husband, Sameer, very badly for deserting her and, at the same time, begs him to come back to her, knowing too well that he is a gone case! That doesn’t sound convincing to me, though such behavior is not uncommon in certain sections of our society. Sameer, who wants a divorce, is a real crook, and a bit of a clown, who has the audacity to ask her for money while sleeping with another woman. On the other hand, Priya is hanging on to her marital tag a trifle too longer. She should’ve discarded that rogue like an old shoe a lot earlier instead of chasing him pointlessly.
Abhi enters Priya’s life like a breath of fresh air and captures her heart. She is clearly besotted by him, but is in a constant state of denial, wondering whether to pursue that angle or not. Abhi has similar feelings for her, but he camouflages his real feelings behind the garb of a good Samaritan, willing to help her cope with her dilemma. Much to the anguish of Abhi, Priya decides to maintain her distance from him. Exasperated by her vacillation and tantrums, Abhi too chooses to keep away from her, but not for long.
The author has handled the court scenes quite deftly. The drama that unfolds after the discovery of the false plaster is quite hilarious. The villains in the case were understandably not professionals.
What surprises me most is how swiftly Abhi and Priya embrace each other after so much of blowing hot and cold. That profound moment of joy seems to have been rushed over—and lacks in depth, in my humble opinion. Perhaps the author could’ve stretched the emotional content a bit more before they finally unite. I for one would’ve liked to see Priya—who sheds tears all too frequently—bursting out in tears of happiness and burying her face in his chest, and Abhi smothering her with wet kisses.
A nice book to read on a rainy day.
I do notice a certain degree of immaturity and inconsistency in the conduct of the principal players. Priya vows to hurt her husband, Sameer, very badly for deserting her and, at the same time, begs him to come back to her, knowing too well that he is a gone case! That doesn’t sound convincing to me, though such behavior is not uncommon in certain sections of our society. Sameer, who wants a divorce, is a real crook, and a bit of a clown, who has the audacity to ask her for money while sleeping with another woman. On the other hand, Priya is hanging on to her marital tag a trifle too longer. She should’ve discarded that rogue like an old shoe a lot earlier instead of chasing him pointlessly.
Abhi enters Priya’s life like a breath of fresh air and captures her heart. She is clearly besotted by him, but is in a constant state of denial, wondering whether to pursue that angle or not. Abhi has similar feelings for her, but he camouflages his real feelings behind the garb of a good Samaritan, willing to help her cope with her dilemma. Much to the anguish of Abhi, Priya decides to maintain her distance from him. Exasperated by her vacillation and tantrums, Abhi too chooses to keep away from her, but not for long.
The author has handled the court scenes quite deftly. The drama that unfolds after the discovery of the false plaster is quite hilarious. The villains in the case were understandably not professionals.
What surprises me most is how swiftly Abhi and Priya embrace each other after so much of blowing hot and cold. That profound moment of joy seems to have been rushed over—and lacks in depth, in my humble opinion. Perhaps the author could’ve stretched the emotional content a bit more before they finally unite. I for one would’ve liked to see Priya—who sheds tears all too frequently—bursting out in tears of happiness and burying her face in his chest, and Abhi smothering her with wet kisses.
A nice book to read on a rainy day.
26 July 2015
Characters:
Meet Priya, a fierce, beautiful and independent young lady from Delhi who is the protagonist of the story. Priya is a software engineer who loves her job. A damsel in distress and yet a fierce lady who doesn't go down without a fight; that is Priya Mathur for you.
Meet Abhimanyu Malhotra, aka Abhi, is very successful at the age of 28 and is an eligible bachelor. Hot and dashing, he has many girls falling for him but his heart skips a beat whenever he meets Priya. An awesome cook, a gentle soul, the knight without shining armor (wink) and a dependable friend; that is Abhi for you.
Plot:
When Abhi sees Priya at the pub, for him it is love at first sight. He hadn't felt this strongly for anyone in his entire life but when he finds out that Priya is married, his heart is crushed. Though he convinces himself that it was nothing more than an instant attraction and he would stay away from her, Priya's thoughts and her face keep invading his mind.
Torn from the news of her husband Sameer cheating on her, the last thing Priya want is attention from another male. When Sameer asks for a divorce, Priya is not ready for it. All she wants is to get back with him somehow and stay away from Abhimanyu. Or at least that is what she thinks.
But when destiny throws them together, their resolves waver. So close, yet so far, they fight the attraction that they feel for each other. Priya, haunted by her past, isn't ready to place her trust on anyone again. Does that mean she will never be able to trust Abhi? Will she be able to look past her troubled past and listen to her heart? Will she be able to take the second chance at happiness that life has given her?
Things I Liked:
The story is narrated from both Priya and Abhi's view point, making it all more interesting. The narration is smooth and the language easy to read.
I liked the way the characters are portrayed. Priya, though troubled and broken, has a fierceness and a streak of self esteem that makes the readers like her instantly. Abhi, with is chivalry and magnificent culinary skills, doesn't take long to leave an impression either. Aditi and Rahul's banters, their loyalty to their friends and Komal's bubbly ways all make the story more fun to read.
I also like the court scene and Priya's curt and precise answers and of course the slap and the epic tagline ;) (Oh! I am not giving out anything more)
Things I Disliked:
I wish there was little more about Aditi and Rahul or at least what would happen to them in the end. A few minor typos were there but nothing major to put off the reader.
Verdict:
For a debut author, Ruchi has done a great job. Take 2 is a light and breezy read that you will love. Pick it up if you are a romance lover. You won't regret it!
Meet Priya, a fierce, beautiful and independent young lady from Delhi who is the protagonist of the story. Priya is a software engineer who loves her job. A damsel in distress and yet a fierce lady who doesn't go down without a fight; that is Priya Mathur for you.
Meet Abhimanyu Malhotra, aka Abhi, is very successful at the age of 28 and is an eligible bachelor. Hot and dashing, he has many girls falling for him but his heart skips a beat whenever he meets Priya. An awesome cook, a gentle soul, the knight without shining armor (wink) and a dependable friend; that is Abhi for you.
Plot:
When Abhi sees Priya at the pub, for him it is love at first sight. He hadn't felt this strongly for anyone in his entire life but when he finds out that Priya is married, his heart is crushed. Though he convinces himself that it was nothing more than an instant attraction and he would stay away from her, Priya's thoughts and her face keep invading his mind.
Torn from the news of her husband Sameer cheating on her, the last thing Priya want is attention from another male. When Sameer asks for a divorce, Priya is not ready for it. All she wants is to get back with him somehow and stay away from Abhimanyu. Or at least that is what she thinks.
But when destiny throws them together, their resolves waver. So close, yet so far, they fight the attraction that they feel for each other. Priya, haunted by her past, isn't ready to place her trust on anyone again. Does that mean she will never be able to trust Abhi? Will she be able to look past her troubled past and listen to her heart? Will she be able to take the second chance at happiness that life has given her?
Things I Liked:
The story is narrated from both Priya and Abhi's view point, making it all more interesting. The narration is smooth and the language easy to read.
I liked the way the characters are portrayed. Priya, though troubled and broken, has a fierceness and a streak of self esteem that makes the readers like her instantly. Abhi, with is chivalry and magnificent culinary skills, doesn't take long to leave an impression either. Aditi and Rahul's banters, their loyalty to their friends and Komal's bubbly ways all make the story more fun to read.
I also like the court scene and Priya's curt and precise answers and of course the slap and the epic tagline ;) (Oh! I am not giving out anything more)
Things I Disliked:
I wish there was little more about Aditi and Rahul or at least what would happen to them in the end. A few minor typos were there but nothing major to put off the reader.
Verdict:
For a debut author, Ruchi has done a great job. Take 2 is a light and breezy read that you will love. Pick it up if you are a romance lover. You won't regret it!
22 July 2015
Even though I had received Take 2: Second Chance at Happiness right after the book had released, I only managed the time to finish it last week. Firstly, many congratulations to Ruchi Singh for her novel.
The story revolves around Priya and Abhimanyu who are opposites who attract. The story is very interesting and catchy. The characters are well described. The feelings of Priya and Abhimanyu seems to be very close to reality. A well deserved excellent book.
A big thanks to RUCHI Singh.
A must read book.
The story revolves around Priya and Abhimanyu who are opposites who attract. The story is very interesting and catchy. The characters are well described. The feelings of Priya and Abhimanyu seems to be very close to reality. A well deserved excellent book.
A big thanks to RUCHI Singh.
A must read book.
4 June 2015
Absolutely amazing read.... All the situations and emotions in the story are described in such a profound and elaborate way that the scenes feel like a movie playing in front of you. Specially liked the Happy Ending! Well done Ruchi! Keep it up!
26 February 2017
Very gripping story... As you read it, you feel a part of the story and can actually relate to the emotional dilemma that the characters feel. Worth a read!
14 October 2015
Excellent book, very meaningful, and relevant to the current environment. Good interplay of characters, and very sensitively written.
