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 Book review: "Live With Me, Die With Me" is a spellbinding thrill ride that blends secrets, otherworldly components, and profound profundity consistently. A grasping spine chiller investigates the dull entrapments of human connections and hides insider facts. The story starts with a bang—in a real sense. Meera is killed at an abandoned metro building site in Pune, and at a similar second, Dwiti, a visually impaired lady, awakens in an emergency clinic, guaranteeing she saw Meera's face. It's shocking and establishes the vibe of a rollercoaster of a secret. Dwiti's better half, Sarthik, a crisis specialist, is compelled to face his dim past with Meera, while the constant examiner, Jugal Apte, begins sorting out a surprisingly convoluted riddle. As additional homicides follow, the situation starts to get interesting, with exciting bends in the road that keep you speculating straight up to the end. The plot is unpredictably woven, with different layers of tension

  Book: Period Matters Author: Farah Ahamed Publisher: PanMac Millan Genre: Non-Fiction Rating: 5/5 Book review: In Period Matters, Farah Ahamed has persistently gathered numerous such stories and situations of ladies who have been handling the feminine cycle. Similar to my own story, little kids are much of the time not taught about how bodies advance during adolescence and are left confused exclusively to be made sense of after it works out. Numerous nations follow comparative ceremonies, precluding ladies from entering the kitchen or even from contacting anything. She meets numerous ladies from various monetary foundations to understand what it means for them. Once in a while, it's difficult to accept that we are living in the 21st century, regardless of whether we practice such silly ceremonies. Every one of the referenced articles, meetings, and stories in the book perfectly makes sense of the encounters of menstruators from various social foundations around South Asia. It li

  Book: Yellowface Author: R.F.Kuang Publisher: Harper Collins Genre: Fiction Rating: 5/5 Book review: "Yellowface" is a crush of different classes that follows the latent, forceful "kinship" of Athena and June, two writers in the distribution business with totally different degrees of progress. This is a convincing, negative, and intriguing parody that dives into topics of literary theft, bigotry, and web savaging. It offers a reasonable depiction of the distribution business inside the structure of a heart-beating thrill ride. Athena has accepted her large break, while June has stayed a striving writer. It opens with writer Athena Liu celebrating one more accomplishment with her "companion," June Hayward. Athena Liu is a composing writer with six figures distributing bargains, a Netflix series, and a faction-like following for her work. She is on target for turning into a scholarly symbol; each book she composes is a momentary blockbuster, and she's

 Book review: " Shame needs three things to grow exponential ly in our lives: secrecy, silence and judgement. " Shame regarding anything creates or sustains in one's mind for long. Every person faces a traumatic phase in his or her life in any part of his life irrespective of gender. There are so many domains and merely few are treated with the help of a therapist. Even I was startled by the topic Unashamed when I first read it. But being a strong lover of non fiction books I wanted to give it a try. I was literally intrigued by the topic and wanted to explore it. As the word says, it slowly unfurls the layers of shame that start dominating our personality without even letting us know. In this book, Neha discusses about the fear of shame that she is treating as a phychotherapist in the last decade or more of her experience. In this patriarch society, men and women are guided in their young age about their boundaries and how to deal with issues related to your sexuality

 Book review: "Guardian Angel" by Ruchi Singh is one of those heartfelt tension books that pulls you in right all along. The story rotates around Nikhil and Ayesha. Nikhil is the companion and security responsible for renowned Industrialist, Vikram Seth Jr. During one of his gatherings with a source, he is trapped in a bomb impact and caught by obscure individuals. Whenever a bomb impact offers the lowlifes the chance to snatch him, Nikhil is a no left helpless before a gathering kindness.  Harmed, bewildered and blindfolded, he awakens in an obscure spot with no chance to get out. Ayesha is given the obligation of nursing a man back to wellbeing so he can be tormented and grilled. With Rehaan and Khala watching out for her, meanwhile arranging her wedding, Ayesha must choose the option to nurture the outsider in her cellar. What turns do their processes take? Furthermore, does destiny have different designs for them? The writer has made a wonderful and elegantly composed sho

 Book review: " The Bodyguard"  is charged with heartfelt tension, and the tension is the more unmistakable component. It's a speedy, immaculate storyline, very well-carved characters, undeniable activity and tension with sentiment, and a little portion of satire, making this book a magnificent read. Noteworthy narrating expertise by the writer, exquisite book cover configuration, advanced characters, and mistake-free composition. The story revolves around Esha Sinha, an expert who takes on the task of watching Vikram Aditya Seth with her life. Violent pasts as far as experience and life have caused her to shift individuals and connections. Vikram Aditya Jr., the scion of Seth Businesses, had a vivid past and terrible involvement with connections. Both are cruising in a comparable situation. Things enliven between them as they are drawn to one another yet don't have any desire to admit it. A woman protector who cherishes her work and views it extremely seriously. A

 Book review: The financial exchange is something other than a bet; it's an amazing asset for building monetary security and accomplishing your fantasies. Yet, exploring its flows requires information, methodology, and a sound portion of watchfulness. "Nifty Navigator" outfits you with each of the three. This book demystifies the financial exchange, changing it from a befuddling idea into a commonsense instrument for everybody, even novices. Many consider the financial exchange to be a major gambling club, yet it's where you can put resources into organizations you trust and watch your cash develop as they succeed. This guide expects to work on the intricacies, giving you reasonable information and significant bits of knowledge to go with informed choices. This book will energize and persuade the greater part of individuals to snatch the open door. All through the book, on each page, the writer makes exhaustive sense of the essentials of financial planning, dissipat

Book: Eternal Divine Grace Author: Dr. V.Mohan Publisher:  Genre: Non-Fiction, Spirituality Rating: 5/5 Book review: "Eternal Divine Grace" by Dr. V. Mohan is a book that digs into the universe of otherworldliness and marvels revolving around the figure of Bhagwan Sri Sathya Sai Baba. It is a significant investigation of the heavenly mediations and wonders credited to Bhagwan Sri Sathya Sai Baba. The book winds around Dr. Mohan's own tales and the declarations of various fans, making a rich embroidery of help from above and steadfast confidence. Every story inside these pages is a demonstration of the limitless elegance and empathy of Bhagwan Sri Sathya Sai Baba. His boundless love for his followers and enthusiasts and their steadfast confidence in their master are genuinely motivating. The records in this book fill in as an encouraging sign and a sign of the heavenly presence in our day-to-day routines. I was awestruck reading those records of healing and recuperation f

 What Complan price is worth for your kid's health? Drinking nutritional powders in milk is becoming a must these days. Even in our childhood, I have been given many drinks that were adding to the nutrition value so that we could cope with the heavy burdens of studies and co-curricular activities. These days when studying is becoming so hectic and challenging, children should be given added nutrition to their daily needs or simple food intake. What role does protein play in a child's development?  Kids can be  picky eaters , but luckily there are plenty of great options for adding protein to their diets outside of meals. "Milk is a really easy source of protein to give to kids, and it provides calcium and vitamin D, which are important nutrients for bone growth," says Williams. She also recommends other dairy products, like Greek yogurt, drinkable yogurts and cottage cheese. Protein is essential for your child’s growth, maintenance and repair of the body. It contains

 Banana Chips Ingredients Oil for deep frying 1/4 tsp turmeric powder Salt according to taste 5-6 raw bananas Recipe Take off and put bananas in plenty of salted iced water. Slice bananas with a chip slicer into water, and mix in turmeric. Keep for 10 minutes, remove out water fully. Spread out on a kitchen cloth to take off moisture. Heat up oil in a wok till smoky. Fry banana slices in one layer batches for a minute or two or until crisp. Lift chips with a slotted spoon and remove on paper towels. Sprinkle with salt before serving. #BlogchatterFoodFest @blogchatter

 Wholegrain Banana Cake Ingredients For Cake 1 cup oat flour 1 cup whole wheat flour 1 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 cup(1stick) unsalted butter 2/3 cup brown sugar 1-1/2 cup mashed bananas about 3-4 large bananas 1/2 cup yoghurt 1 tsp vanilla extract ot essence 1/2 cup chopped walnuts 1 cup chocolate chips(optional) For the crunch topping 3/4 cup old-fashioned oats 1/3 or 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 1/4 tsp salt 2 tsp unsalted butter, melted 1/4 cup chopped walnuts Method Preheat the oven to 350⁰ F for the cake batter. Grease on the 8-inch square pan. Whisk together the flour, soda and salt in a medium bowl. Cream butter and sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy. Add half of the flour and the bananas, yoghurt and vanilla. Add the remaining flour, nuts and chips. Mix until moistened.  Transfer the batter to the prepared pan. To make the topping: Combine all the dry ingredients(except nuts) in a bowl. Stir in the melted butter until the moisture forms a

Veg Salad With Yoghurt Dip Ingredients 1/4 cup Mint leaves 4 Cloves Garlic 8-10 Cherry Tomatoes 3 Medium Carrots 1 Medium white Radish 8-10 Leaves Ice Lettuce 2 Medium Cucumber 4 Cups of Skimmed Milk Yoghurt 1/4 tsp sesame seeds( White) 1 tsp Lemon Juice Salt to taste Recipe Wash the cherry, tomatoes and cut them into halves. Peel carrots, wash and cut them into finger-sized pieces. Peel white radish, wash and cut into finger-sized pieces. Clean mint leaves, wash and reserve some leaves for decoration and chop the remaining. Peel and chop garlic finely. Wash red radish and quarter each. Wash lettuce leaves and soak in chilled water. Peel cucumber, wash and cut into finger-sized pieces. Hang skimmed milk Yoghurt in a muslin cloth to remove excess water. Toast the sesame seeds and cool. Combine thick yoghurt with chopped mint, lemon juice, sesame seeds and garlic. Mix thoroughly and add salt to taste and chill. Just before serving drain the lettuce leaves and spread on a serving plate, a

  Drinks to tackle heat This summer, the scorching heat wave is taking a lot of lives. Almost all the cities are facing high temperatures ranging from 45°-55°Celsius. How much one tries to take precautions externally but it's essential to hydrate the body with energy-boosting drinks and reduce body heat. 1. Lassi Lassi   is a  Punjabi   yoghurt –based beverage with a  smoothie -like consistency.   It has been called "the most popular and traditional yoghurt-based drink" in India.  It has also been described as the form in which yoghurt "is most cherished and unbeatably popular in [...] Punjab ", its "best-loved summer drink", and "the  air conditioner  of the Punjab".  Traditionally lassi was made by hand blending yoghurt with water and salt/sugar. Nowadays, it's easy to make lassi using a blender and get the same results. 2. Aam Panna Aam Panna is amongst popular summer drinks in India which is made from the pulp of raw green mangoes. Be

Book: Talk Money To Me Author: Jason Tartick Publisher: Harper Collins Genre: Non-Fiction Rating: 4.5/5 Book review: Do you feel like talking about money when you are dating someone or about to marry them? Even I didn't bother talking about money and repented later. I don't feel it is customary to talk about your finances in detail before your marriage. I was too eager to explore money, as money is so essential these days. I feel everyone wants to get more money in any way possible. But how? I found that this book guides a step-by-step procedure about what to expect while talking about money and the basic reasons why one should talk about money. The author begins by introducing himself as a banker for many years, but he is asked to quit. His only mistake was that he became a part of a podcast show and shared some of his personal talks in public, making it the sole reason for his loved ones and his employer to put questions on him and, lastly, resign. But his problems haven&#

  In the thrilling pages of "Reason to Fight," Chandrayan Gupta weaves a narrative that transcends the typical crime thriller by blending elements of psychological drama, complex human relationships, and the inception of an unlikely romance. This gripping tale explores the darker recesses of human nature, leaving readers both intrigued and chilled by its chilling revelations. The story begins with the tragic and mysterious death of a television actor's son. The police, quick to close the case, ruled it a suicide. However, the grieving father, unable to accept this conclusion, turns to his niece, Radha Bose, for help. Radha is no ordinary private investigator. She is a former soldier who exited the military under harrowing circumstances and is haunted by PTSD, adding a lot of depth to her character and methods. Radha's entry into the investigation marks the beginning of a journey fraught with personal demons and external dangers. Her PTSD is not just a background detai

Clowders by Vanessa Morgan Publication date: March 1st 2018 Genres: Adult, Supernatural,  Thriller Synopsis: Clervaux, Luxembourg. This secluded, picturesque town in the middle of Europe is home to more cats than people. For years, tourists have flocked to this place – also known as “cat haven” – to meet the cats and buy cat-related souvenirs. When Aidan, Jess and their five-year-old daughter, Eleonore, move from America to Clervaux, it seems as if they’ve arrived in paradise. It soon becomes evident, though, that the inhabitants’ adoration of their cats is unhealthy. According to a local legend, each time a cat dies, nine human lives are taken as a punishment. To tourists, these tales are supernatural folklore, created to frighten children on cold winter nights. But for the inhabitants of Clervaux, the danger is horrifyingly real. Initially, Aidan and Jess regard this as local superstition, but when Jess runs over a cat after a night on the town, people start dying, one by one, and ea

  Need You Now by Maria K. Alexander (A Pelican Bay Novella) Publication date: June 2nd 2024 Genres: Adult, Comedy,  Contemporary, Romance Synopsis: Can two lost souls reunite in time to save her shop and their hearts? Abby O’Connell returned to Pelican Bay to start a new chapter of her life. With the revitalization of the hurricane-ravaged beach town, it’s a perfect time to open the bath and body product shop she’s always dreamed of. But with her place looking more like a construction zone, the risk of not being ready for opening day is high. Just when she thinks things can’t get worse, she takes a fall on the beach, only to be rescued by her sexy surfer ex. Connor Maguire was always the party guy. In recovery from a substance abuse disorder, he’s gotten his act together and now is a partner in a home improvement business and co-host of a reality TV show. Surfing has always been a way to escape his worries while becoming one with the waves. When he witnesses a woman fall on the beach,

Book: The Puppeteer Author: Ajit Menon, Anil Verma Publisher: Westland Books Genre: Thriller, Mystery Rating: 5/5 Book review: "The Puppeteer' is the second book in "The Panther's Ghosts" series, chronicling the courageous excursion of Indian knowledge organizations, particularly the secretives of all. This book, not at all like the main book in the series, makes a considerably more persuading, vivid universe of civil servants and spies. It's a spine-chilling set in the realm of surveillance, including the country's perplexing strategic manoeuvres, including political shows. Prime Minister of the country, Damodar Das, The Panther drives a confidential unit. At the point when a danger to the country emerges in a progression of occasions caused by the Sandesar siblings' burglary, Panther's ghost faces the hardest mission. As India wrestles with mounting difficulties, questions proliferate: Will the country's striking new guarded system demonst

 Rough Edges by Elsa Jacobs Publication date: April 25th 2024 Genres: Adult, Contemporary,  Romance Synopsis: Two teenage boys’ shared love for basketball brings their single parents together. Laura Fields, a spirited head nurse, juggles the demands of her work life and the tough work of single motherhood. Her history with relationships isn’t great. But maybe the secret crush she has on a colleague will be different… Bennett Keller, a ruggedly handsome supervisor at the local paper factory, sports inked skin that tells a tale of love, loss, and a vow to never love again. So when their boys become fast friends on the court and off, the parents find themselves seeing a lot of each other. As Laura and Bennett’s lives entwine, they navigate the delicate balance of new love while honoring the memories that shaped them. In Meadows Creek, with its tranquil charm and supportive community, two people find themselves with a second chance at love. But will they take the risk of getting hurt again