STILL LOVED, STILL MISSED

Publishers: NOTION PRESS

"“Still loved...Still missed! The myriad hues of souls” is a collection of 14 short stories and a poem. These stories span characters and emotional states with canny details that touch the depths of your soul. Picturing the complexities of love, misery and mystery, the stories try to gnaw your heart like never before.
What does a flower teach us we often fail to see?
“The belly is an ungrateful wretch.” Is it true?
Once Tasha obtains a treasure in her garden, what happens next?
Ever wondered about the sparseness and illusions in life?
Does death put an end to true love?
Have all the ascetics won over their emotions?
With the power of simple language, this book transports the readers to a world scarcely thought of in our bustling lives. The allegories maintain an intense rhythm of life prompting the readers to perceive things from a unique angle.
“A whole bookful to make you think, cry, think again and move on.” "

My review:

A thought provoking tale of emotions, this book consists of short stories and a poem.

The cover made me read this book as soon as I came across the same.

Language used is subtle and easily understandable.

Title is really good and appropriate.

Each story teaches us a life learning lesson.

Every story is beautifully written with every sense of detailing done.

One minor issue while reading this book is that, it needs another round of editing.

Otherwise, this one is a must read.

Recommended for:

· Short story lovers

· Who like reading something which holds a deep meaning with it.

My ratings: 4.5 out of 5 stars

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