Indore (Madhya Pradesh):
‘A nobody, who has been everybody’
If you’re a fan of multiverses then this piece of work is for you.
This book is about a girl, Nora, who sank into the slough of despond and tried to end her life, but somehow got a second chance to live.
While in coma, she entered a portal of different lives. A library where she could pick different books and have a taste of all possible lives, in the quest of finding the perfect one. A library where she can undo the weight of her regrets.
In one life she had quite a solitary time in Paris, in other she was a yoga teacher. In one she was an Olympic champion in swimming, in other she was a lead vocalist of a very famous band with millions of followers.
The book concludes with a powerful message inspired by philosopher Sartre – ‘Life begins on the other side of despair’.
But unfortunately, if you aren’t an avid reader and want to read something simple and smooth, finishing this book might be a test of your endurance.
Favourite quote –
‘Sometimes the only way to learn is to live’
PROS-
-This book focuses on the unbearable beauty of everyday life
-Motivates us that it’s never too late to start fresh
-Gives a true picture of what anxiety and social awkwardness feel like
CONS-
-Very lengthy
-Great message but lacks emotional resonance.
