Why do
people born in the 90's share an unspeakable bond and vibe amongst each other?
the 90's was an era where technology was a distant dream. People had a few
materialistic possessions yet they were happy. We found happiness amongst each
other now we seek happiness amongst things. The Girl Next Door is a beautiful
romantic story set on the premises of pandemic. The author Arpit tactfully uses
the pandemic and a family in distress to create a likeable story. Ishaan the
most popular rj call quits to pursue his dream and take some time off his
mundane monotonous life. A sudden turn of events and a viral outbreak brings the
world to standstill. Ishan travels to his hometown on constant persistence from
his separated parents
He has
been away from his family for the past 15 years due to a feud still lamenting
and on his life choices and decisions. Arpit writes diligently about the family
of Four where everyone hates each other and the mere thought of one incident in
the past still haunts them. The family dynamics and emotional connect is
described well. Well the story is beyond this; Ishaan accidentally notices a
girl dancing on her terrace under the moonlight. He is gob smacked by her
ethereal beauty and simplicity and decided to make her aware of his feelings in
an old-fashioned way. Ruhi was amazed to see Ishaan’s presence of mind and his
aura. They mutually decide to chase their love the 90's way. Ishaan's
charismatic personality and Ruhi simplicity make them fall for each other. The
book is filled with subtle nuances and beautiful romantic description. Arpit's
description of love is profound and likeable. The book is an easy read and
entertaining. The book had immense potential and yet I am still puzzled why it
was rushed in the last part. Nakul's involvement in aqua virus and the sudden
closure disappointed me a bit. There are loose ends and the end could
have been absolutely amazing. Despite all these hurdles the brewing romance is
likeable and realistic. Love the 90's soul and kudos to Arpit for letting us
revisit good old days.
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