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Book Review: An End to Thrill by Varun Kumar

Introduction
  • ISIN: 9781625161543
  • Genre: Science Fiction
  • Publishers: Strategic Book Publishing
  • Price: $ 10.11 /- ( I got the book from author for a review)
An End to the Thrill is a collection of science fiction short stories, each one totally unique in its own way. The build up to the end of every story has been written in a way that will amaze readers, and each story has its own theme, its own genre, and its own different setting. As you reach the end of every story, be sure to expect the unexpected. The plot twists will appeal to readers of all ages.

Behind The book
Source: Goodreads

About the author

Born in New Delhi, India, Varun Kumar is currently pursuing his Master's in Electrical Engineering at the University of Texas at Dallas. His next book is a thriller with a touch of romance.

Me thinks

I have very few science fiction till now as it is not a subject am too comfortable with. This is perhaps the third or the fourth collection of sci-fi short stories. And to be honest I thoroughly enjoyed this collection. I was skeptical when I began but at the end of it all I was grinning as if I had found a hidden treasure. What is so different about them you may ask. They are seemingly common and possible but when seen closely you notice their uniqueness.
Though a debut work, the writing is very crisp as is needed in writing science fiction and author does a splendid job there. The stories as the book progresses get deeper and deeper which is a very great sign of an author as he knows how to engross a reader till the last page. I like the grip that the author has on his readers when it comes to narration and that is what makes the book stand out till the last page.

For a debut this is commendable.  The author surely is promising with this book and raises the expectations from a reader for all the coming books post this one. Recommended for sci-fi lovers! There are a lot of surprises in store for you here, believe me.

Foodie Verdict

This book is like broccoli & potato stir fry - a melange of flavours leaving you wondering what you ate! (Read)

Source: redchillies.us








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