The Surrogate Lies

Paperback: 242 pages

Publisher: Half Baked Beans (15 November 2017)

Language: English

Writer: Shantanu Munshi

Writer- well the writer Shantanu Munshi has fascinated me with his way of storytelling. As the story progresses the intricate and complicated the plot becomes which clearly reflects how well contrived the story is. Gradually the plot characters and twists seem appropriate and they converge in the end to solve the big zig-saw puzzle Shantanu weaved for the readers. The grandeur of story reflects some diligent work and tenacity Shantanu put in as a writer. The story never let readers get bored as it is humor dipped to its core. What made me worried was introduction of new characters very often but writer who happens to be a master storyteller never loose grip on the characters and none of the characters go hay wire I was agape with his writing skills and proficiency of language.

Kudos Shantanu keep up the good work looking forward for you next book.

Story: A story that is quirky and takes you to an odyssey. The description is realistic and the details describing an incident or situation reflects some eloquent work. Reading chapters with encounter in Mumbai local or the one describing famous Mumbai rains or the narration of Gir forest reserve is an enthralling experience. The story takes us on a road trip with odd and bizarre fellow passengers. The main characters of the story are Paul- the writer, Raj- the driver, Ben- the mysterious hitchhiker and Hazare- a persuasive insane unrealistic and delusional persona. The takes us on a journey from Mumbai to Gir forest reserve and as the journey progresses the plot changes and with every new character introduced the story becomes more intriguing. The road trip is eloquently narrated. The story is so supple and alluring description of forest reserve hill and safari is beautifully penned and larger than life character makes it more interesting. This particular story has all from resurrection to witch hunting to tranquility of forest to a mysterious philanthropist to gangs. Each and every character penned is significant and plays their part while making story pragmatic. The story has no loose ends what so ever and our heroes outwit every dire situation they encounter.

Worth a read 4/5 star !!!!!

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