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Never the Butterfly by Ankur Ashta | Book review

Book review :

"Never the Butterfly"is an intriguing and captivating tale that not only hooks the reader from the beginning till the end but also a learning spot for young about english basics.  This novel is a complex and poetic exploration of language, love, and life. 

The story depicts the life of the protagonist, Mohan, a man who has a love-hate relationship with the English language because of his father's penchant for correcting incorrect usage. His life takes an unexpected turn when he encounters Saanjh, a meeting that sets in motion a journey filled with love, confusion, and revelation.

As Mohan grapples with his emotions for Saanjh, a parallel journey unfolds when he meets Aaradhya, a mysteriously beautiful young woman with a penchant for poetry. As Mohan tries to unravel his relation with  Aaradhya, he is forced to confront and reconcile the untapped facets of his own life. With the help of his friend Burkha Singh , Mohan navigates the uncertainty of his relationships with Saanjh and Aaradhya .

As the novel progresses, the themes of love, language, and self-discovery continue to resonate, culminating in a poignant and thought-provoking conclusion. It is intriguing to read about his journey of exploring his own feelings, love and infatuation , blurred emotions and much more.

One of the prose that touched me a lot :

"While strolling in the garden, I came across Sadness,

Withered and sad , she seemed hopeless.

At some distance from her, I saw Hope,

Resplendent with joy, he played on a slope." 

The author's writing is characterized by a distinctive style that is both lyrical and evocative. The language is rich and descriptive, with each word carefully chosen to convey a particular feeling or mood. The author employs a variety of literary devices, such as metaphors, similes, and personification, to add depth and complexity to the story. The best part of this book is in most of the chapters the basics of english is explained through the medium of story that are hardly pondered by most of the youngsters.

"Never the Butterfly is a beautiful, heartwarming, and thought-provoking novel that  leaves a lasting impression on anyone who reads it. It is a powerful story that will resonate with readers from all walks of life, and a must-read for those seeking insight into the human condition.

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