Hola Amigos!
Thanks to the Blogchatter #TBRChallenge, I have made it a task to read at least one book every month and I am glad that in November I was able to surpass this target. Here is a quick rewind of my November book picks for you to browse through.
November book picks
1. A Few Right Thinking Men by Sulari Gentill
I had never read a book by Sulari Gentill a.k.a S.D.Gentill, who is a Sri Lanka-born Australian author, and is known for writing books about fiction and mysteries.Thanks to the #BookishLeague by Ritu Bindra I came across a book by this author and made a note to check out her work. This is a part of her Rowland Sinclair mysteries, set in early Australia. Shockingly the book reveals a murder in the first chapter itself – The murder of Rowland Sinclair.I am soon going to add a full review soon.In short I loved this book, but compared to Agatha Christie to whom she was compared, I think this book was a pale version, though I must read more of her mysteries to make a final opinion.But I must admit she does enthrall with her rich narration, bringing alive the 2oth century Australia and some dazzling and glamorous characters but sadly I had solved the mystery halfway through which was a bit of a dampener) or maybe I am too smart-Hehehe !)
Read my full review Here
2. Mad Sisters of Esi by Tashan Mehta
As a challenge to myself, I chose this book just because it was a bit beyond my regular reading styles- this one is a Fantasy fiction and I am glad that picked it up because it not only paints a beautiful fantasy world but also narrates the heart warming story of two sisters who overcome tribulations to forge a stronger bond.Tashan Mehta weaves a magical world with her words.You can read more about it – here
3. Saint Richard Parker by Merlin Franco
If laughter is your medicine , you will love this one.Merlin Franco’s Saint Richard Parker is an investigative journalist who after getting kicked out of his job , loses his faith along with his dignity and sets out to renew his faith which takes him to his Guruji. The Guru ji indicates that he will find true love if he goes towards the East.
What follows is a hilarious tale of misunderstandings and entanglements and as we say in Hindi – laut ke buddhu Ghar ko aye ( the idiot has to return home). The book is not only full of funny mishaps but also a hard hitting satire that talks of regionalism, racism ( the yellow woman prefers the white man over the brown man ) and divisive politics.It also makes for a wonderful travelogue,narrating in detail about the expenses, stays and culture of Singapore, Thailand , Brunei etc , all of it while keeping us entertained through the witty repartees and misadventures.
Read my detailed review and some juicy excerpts here – Saint Richard Parker
4.Traitors Gate by Jeffrey Archer
Jeffrey Archer has been one of my favorite authors.When I saw that he was about to launch a new thriller, I had to prebook my copy so that I could lay my hands on it as soon as it was published in India.
The plot revolves around the plan of infamous millionaire and a crook to the heart Miles Faulkner’s thirst for revenge and his evil plans are fixed around the crown jewels. With meticulous planning for months, he even succeeds in stealing the crown jewels.With only 24 hours at hand to restore the Royal Crown to its right place before the Queen is set to address the Parliament,the clock is ticking for Superintendent Warwick and Inspector Ross Hogan and their team.An assignment that could take away all their life’s work and bring shame and a prison sentence to them if they failed but no glory if they succeed!
Read my detailed review – The Traitor’s Gate
With this my November book list comes to an end. Let me know in the comments below if you have read any o these or if you spot any favourite author here.
“This post is part of the Bookish League blog hop hosted by Bohemian Bibliophile“
A good collection. I’d like to meet Saint Richard Parker soon.
Thank you ,I am sure that can be arranged 🙂
That’s a very good recommendation list. Bookmarking it for my mystery/thriller reads. Also, congratulations for reading not one but four books in a single months. You must be elated with surpassing your own reading goals. 🥳🤩
Yes Manali, very happy and it helped that all the books were unputdownable.
I loved reading Mad Sisters of Esi too! The language and world building of that book is marvelous. I’m so glad that the TBR Challenge helped you read more 😀
Four books in a month is a pretty good reading score. The Mad Sisters and Saint Richard Parker would be my picks based on your short reviews. Richard Parker reminded me of Life of Pi :-).
Thank you, Tulika, it helped that all of them were not thick and well-paced and engaging too. I have only watched the movie Life of Pi and based on that experience I feel it is a rather serious-themed and adventurous story while SRP is a witty travelogue full of misadventures.
It seems like you have explored diverse genres in November. Jeffery Archer is one of my favorite author
I am adding A Few Right thinking Men to my list, primarily because I haven’t many books based in Australia. Jeffrey Archer, of course, is always a treasure to read.
Four books in a month ―that’s pretty good. I’m unbelievably slow these days. And so good to see Sulari Gentill in the list. I have read her two books and they’re absolute favourites. I have a Rowland Sinclair mystery; will read it soon.
Outperforming own expectation is something only a very few can do and You did it Preeti when you read more than your target in November. Among the above list of books I read only Saint Richard Parker and that was an excellent read for me.
Such an interesting and varied list of books! I also read Tashan Mehta’s book last month and loved it!
You have read some cool books! Jeffrey Archer’s new book has caught my attention. I love his captivating tales of ambition and intrigue and his masterful storytelling that keeps us hooked until the last page. Will check out Traitors Gate.
Great book choices for November! I’m intrigued by the mix of genres and themes. The Rowland Sinclair mystery sounds captivating, and the Fantasy fiction ‘Mad Sisters of Esi’ seems like a heartwarming journey. ‘Saint Richard Parker’ promises laughter and a satirical take on societal issues. Jeffrey Archer’s ‘Traitors Gate’ adds a thrilling touch. Looking forward to exploring these reads!
THank you Jaideep.The mix was intentional as I am challenging my reading habits but I have always enjoyed wit and mystery.
You seem to have had a busy November, reading wise. The mad sisters of ESI have been on my TBR for quite some months now, guess should pick it up this year.
I haven’t read any of these books but I did read The Woman in the Library by Sulari Gentill which I absolutely loved! If you’re planning on giving the author another shot I would definitely recommend this book.
Noting down your recommendation Charvi,Thank you!
November 2023 was surely a great reading month for you, Preeti. Most of these books are on my TBR but yet to read even one. Hopefully will get to them in 2024.