Book Review
Bhoot Bhavish Bartaman by Mehool Parekh
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| Bhoot Bhavish Bartaman by Mehool Parekh |
Author: Mehool
Parekh
ISBN: 978-9352019830
Genre: Crime,
Thriller & Suspense
Length: 317 Pages
Publisher: Leadstart
Publishing Pvt. Ltd. (15
January 2020)
My Ratings: 🌟🌟🌟🌟
My Ratings: 🌟🌟🌟🌟
About the author:
A finance professional, Mehool has, over time, worked as a
management consultant, equity research head and a fund manager. He ran a
successful venture capital fund and is currently a private equity investor in
growth companies. In between these, he has dabbled in film finance and
production and owns a well-known media company. He lives in Mumbai with his
family.
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| Mehool Parekh |
REVIEW
Summary of the Book
Bhoot Bhavish Bartaman, particularly a whodunit story, is
surely an absorbing and finely written novel revolving around a striking main
character’s complex life that boldly confronts the corporal and lucrative
desires of human beings.
Narration
The book is written in third person POV that produces
accurate information at the right time for readers. The narration is perfect in
a way; profound details and flawless writing style altogether makes it a
fruitful read for any type of reader. It is precisely a well-structured novel
comprising a narration rocking back and forth on the timeline, maintaining
balance with suspense at every step.
Location, Setting & Theme
The story is set in Mumbai ─ India’s largest city and Pune ─ “Oxford and Cambridge
of India” as our former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru referred to it. The
narration covers two decades of time starting from the year 1996. Apart from Pune
where the murder has been reported, mostly the story represents western suburbs
of Mumbai such as Vasai, Kandivali, Lokhandwala, etc. Locations depicted in the
book are very well researched by the author it seems. The book deals with many
subjects along with the investigation of a murder that took place in an apartment where
initially the house help is the prime suspect. The book also explores dark
sides of some industries including film and financial industries.
Characters
The author has certainly developed alluring characters that
readers would not want to leave them, not even after the end. What really adds
to these characters is the dialogues, which are thoroughly carried out corresponding
to each character’s personalities. Dialogues make them animated and put life
into them.
Rupali, a beautiful lady in her early thirties who has been found
dead, lying in a pool of blood on her bed. Rupali’s character is dramatically
captivating with the most dynamic character arc; her life’s journey had been
quite intimidating. Ravi Lokhande is the Senior Inspector at Deccan Gymkhana
Police Station where the murder has been reported. Lokhandeji is one and only
comical character in this novel, who has got almost all the laughter and funny
moments to his account. Major Bartaman Bhowmick or ‘Batty’, Southern Command of
the Indian Army, whose passion is crime detection. His critical thinking and
examining skills attribute to his investigative talent, unlike Lokhandeji who
depends on personal prejudices and opinions. Robin Chowdhury, a crime beat
reporter at Pune City Times with her keen intellect helps Batty solve this
case.
Plot
It is difficult to disclose anything regarding the plot without
giving away spoilers. No doubt, this book is unputdownable and really fast-paced. The interesting thing about this book is how Mehool Parekh has included such
pressing subjects into the plot. It makes you aware of the reality which is
unbelievable. Meanwhile, there is a lot that you got to consume from this book.
Subjects
Bhoot Bhavish Bartaman significantly addresses a sensational
topic, a culture that normalizes the use of women’s assets for whatever reason,
which was and is being abused willingly or unwillingly by both men and women. It
shows, how this culture is conveniently accommodated in several business
models. The author Mehool Parekh has made a unique remark, putting in a different
perspective. Still, it is the harsh reality of human desires that turns you
completely blind and you’re left wanting more and more.
My views
It is amusing how the author has depicted this complex and
critical puzzle very easily and much creatively. The duo of Batty and Robin has
emerged as an intelligent detective squad. The character of Rupali outshines every
other character because the book is tremendously seemed to be focused on her
only or maybe I’m just too fascinated by her character. There are a few
essay-like expositions which are mind-numbing and requires more energy to
comprehend. Lastly, the author criticizes people with self-limiting attitude,
who don’t further inspect what they consider unnecessary work or too much than
required. It is hard to believe that it is a debut work and I will definitely wish to read more from the author. I would highly recommend this book to everyone because it is full of surprises
and information.
Happy Reading!
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