Welcome to the Book Review for:
The Fragrance of Rose: Beauty. Dignity. Ambition
by: Chirajit Paul
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Available on Amazon.in : Kindle version Paperback
The Fragrance of a Rose is the story of Rinita Bose – A woman, just like you and I! An ordinary woman who faced some extraordinary situations and circumstances to live her life, ultimately, on her terms, pursuing some of her dreams, and in a practical vein, giving up on others.
This book is the story of Rinita Bose – A beautiful woman with great aspirations. It is her journey through the perilous paths of a Career, Love and Life! and the steps and actions to takes to survive, prosper and ultimately do something which leaves an impact on the story, the characters, and the reader!
You can read the detailed Book Blurb on goodreads here for more on the story line.
Onto my review of the reading …. [sce emoji=”bollylove”/]
During the reading of this book, I went through a roller coaster of opinions, from a point when I felt sorry for her, for her humble beginnings and struggles, to a point of judging her, like, sadly, most of our society, to cringing at her sexual encounters, to feeling angry on her behalf, to seeing the wonders of the tea gardens through her eyes, and finally cheering her on – to find, nah!, to grab, whatever happiness she could! to finally appreciating the difference she made to the lives of many despite her own roller-coaster life!
I know the sentence above is long,and should be cut short – but this is what this book is like – it wont let you just skim over – it pulls you in! You hate some pages, and some are sheer poetry!
The story does skirt on some moral issues – It brings to light the lack of morals that men employ when it comes to dealing with women employees and colleagues! on the other hand, it does also throw light on the double standards that women keep!
I shudder when I realize that umpteen women have faced some form of harassment or the other in the work place, and as a society, as a norm, everyone turns a blind eye! It is always somehow easier to place the blame of a slippage on a woman than to find the true culprit! We have many miles to go on this issue, and not even a step has been taken yet!
Some of the happenings, or rather mis-happenings in the story with our heroine had me feel deeply for her, and feel really angry at the perpetrators, and ultimately the actions she took, despite my own personal wish that she had, had better life choices to choose from, the strength and resilience of her character made me cheer for her!
My favourite segment from the story are the chapters based in the Tea Gardens! The Author, Chirajit Paul here has shown a talent for descriptions which are poetic! so much so, that you feel as if you are sitting right next to Rinita as the Estate comes into view for the first time, and feel the same awe as she does in the beauty of nature! You also are silently hoping for a better turn of circumstances in her life. Ultimately, I felt grateful for the Life, the freedom and the safety I have been privileged to enjoy!
The Book Cover – I really liked the book cover! Something about it resonated for me, and made me think of beauty and it’s reflections. I liked the Lettering of the title and the Rose tattoo on the lady’s shoulder as she gazes at her reflection.
I thought the cover was pretty when I began the book. At the end, I realized, it is a beautiful summation of the story! – Do you agree with me? Read the book for yourself, and share your thoughts.
The Fragrance of Rose-what this book is like? It wont let you just skim over-it pulls you in! Click To Tweet
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So helpful review I’ll definitely read this book
Thank you. It is so real in some places that it makes you think beyond.
This is going to be the next book I read for sure. Well written Review
Thank you 🙂 I am glad you liked the review.
Amazing review, will definitely go for this book!
Thank you Namrata 🙂 Happy you enjoyed the review.
Book sounds interesting. I will get this add to my reading list. Thanks for the review.
I too loved the book cover .Very mysterious adn haunting somewhat .Wonderful review Ishieta
Thank you 🙂 I am so happy you enjoyed the review 🙂
Looks interesting book will sure give a try
Thank you 🙂 I’d love to hear your thoughts on it.
I think it is just the book we girls should check out!
Thank you 🙂 Yes, it is a harsh reality check of the issues which may be faced by a working class woman! & got to know to stay careful of such people!
Thebook cover really got me interested. I really want to read it now.
Thank you 🙂 Yes, the book cover is gorgeous! Happy Reading 🙂
The book looks interesting and you have done full justice to the review.
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The story seems really interesting at the same time realistic. loving your review
I am a bibliophile and love to read. Will definitely read this book.
Looks like a great story and yet a story of women like us.. you and me.. will definitely give this a read!
An intriguing name for the book and the same with the cover image. You did not say anything much about story, but gave a glimpse into Rinitas story. Good review.
I am quite attracted to the book… looks very interesting, will read soon
This looks like an interesting read Excited to give it a shot
A candid review that you have presented here. Thanks for sharing about this book
Really the book cover is looking pretty… I am book lover and this one is going take a place in my wardrobe…
The cover is truly eye catching. Your review makes it sound like a book worth reading. Thank you for sharing, Ish.
The book review makes me long to pick up this one. I have been deeply interested in reading Indian authors as it feels more relatable.Thanks for this detailed review Ish
Nice review about the book. The articulation of how the book is what I appreciate. Thanks for sharing 🙂
I am also fascinated by its cover page. The tatoo of rose at her back looks so great and attractive. And as you reviewd the book sounds interesting and full of reactions. Really want to read it. Your detailed review is very helpful.
I really liked how you worked around the book review. And yes, the cover page is fabulous! Makes you want to reach out and grab it.
Enjoyed your review- but maybe i will skip this one 🙂
Sounds interesting yaar… will try reading this one by the end of 2017…
I totally judge a book by its cover and this one looked great!! Your review reads amazing too!!! 🙂 thanks fr the honest review!
It looks like an interesting book. Will definitely read it as and when I get time .. Thanks for writing an article about it.
Neha (Sharingourexperiences)
I don’t skills ought to I provide you with thanks! i’m altogether shocked by your article. You saved my time. Thanks 1,000,000 for sharing this text.
Thank you ☺️
Sounds like quite a roller coaster of a book. I like books that pull you in and the cover is intriguing for sure.
Thank you ☺️ covers are a part of the reason I decide to read too sometimes ☺️
Very interesting book with great thought. Very well written. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you ☺️
The book sounds like a good read!
Thank you Z ☺️
Another book added to my reading list!
Was it worth reading? With many Indian authors, it’s really hard to find good books written.
I do find that Indian author’s capture the nuances of our every day life better ☺️. Thank you for visiting 🙂
These days i somehow want to read more books with female protagonists. This books surely fills me with the urge to pick it up asap. Adding it to my TBR 🙂 Thanks for the review.