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pavi_fictionalworm's review against another edition
4.0
I received a physical copy of the book via the author in exchange for an honest review.
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indywrites's review against another edition
5.0
The Arithmetic of Breasts and other Stories is a remarkable short story collection, for the bold, different name; partly sensual, partly intimidating. Imagine how breasts and math can be linked? That itself should be enough for you to pick this book. Add to that the rather distinct, confident, no-holds barred voice of Rochelle and you have a wonderful book. In its digital format this book was also shortlisted for The Digital Book of the Year Award 2014 by Publishing Next, Goa.
The stories are each as different as can be but the underlying emotion is what stands out. The language, words and expressions just take you along as you read each story. Excellent command over language and content with the stories speaking of life, our ‘real life’. No extra words, no flimsy thoughts. Each word is made to count and delivers a punch. Exploring the most intimate yet obvious sentiment of us humans. All of us search for this fulfillment yet hesitate to share our desires. Rochelle talks of the good, the bad and ugly, showcasing each aspect with a story that stands out. Some are unusual, some quirky yet all let you in on a little more of the human motivation and desires.
The first story, The Arithmetic of Breasts was a winner just by the feel good factor and the tender, poignant emotions it evoked. I am a fan just after reading it and the subsequent stories only strengthened my opinion.
The Room with a Sea-View and Sky Park left me thoughtful and pondering on the likes it takes to make this word. Lots of insights into the human psyche in these two stories!
Dr. Love was just brilliant in the way the author twists us along with the surgery and how the human mind changes. This story has an amazing flow, so smooth as the transformation occurred yet I was partly aghast and partly relived – could not decide which was the callous one? The guy for whom she changed or the one who changed her?
A Place They Call Scary and Our Lovers were so touching and highlight the stark reality of our country, as with all the stories they make you think and wonder. Sad but true, the author does not mince her words and lays it all out for us to see. The double standards, the abuse and neglect.
The Scent of a Conscience had me wondering where the story was going; the author has connected the characters, emotions and feeling superbly. The fate of many lovers……
All the stories in the collection have so much to say and I found that Rochelle has not only managed to share the emotions but the thoughts that propel us to the actions we take as well. A single negative for me was that I found there were too few stories, I wanted to read many more from her. But I guess that is me being a greedy reader! ;)
The stories have a different take on love, life and longing. Sharing nuggets of wisdom about how we feel and think, this assortment of stories is a collector’s item, I will be holding on to the book and adding it to my display shelf of ‘much loved books’.
(©InderpreetKaur. I got a copy of the book from Author, the views are my own.)
The stories are each as different as can be but the underlying emotion is what stands out. The language, words and expressions just take you along as you read each story. Excellent command over language and content with the stories speaking of life, our ‘real life’. No extra words, no flimsy thoughts. Each word is made to count and delivers a punch. Exploring the most intimate yet obvious sentiment of us humans. All of us search for this fulfillment yet hesitate to share our desires. Rochelle talks of the good, the bad and ugly, showcasing each aspect with a story that stands out. Some are unusual, some quirky yet all let you in on a little more of the human motivation and desires.
The first story, The Arithmetic of Breasts was a winner just by the feel good factor and the tender, poignant emotions it evoked. I am a fan just after reading it and the subsequent stories only strengthened my opinion.
The Room with a Sea-View and Sky Park left me thoughtful and pondering on the likes it takes to make this word. Lots of insights into the human psyche in these two stories!
Dr. Love was just brilliant in the way the author twists us along with the surgery and how the human mind changes. This story has an amazing flow, so smooth as the transformation occurred yet I was partly aghast and partly relived – could not decide which was the callous one? The guy for whom she changed or the one who changed her?
A Place They Call Scary and Our Lovers were so touching and highlight the stark reality of our country, as with all the stories they make you think and wonder. Sad but true, the author does not mince her words and lays it all out for us to see. The double standards, the abuse and neglect.
The Scent of a Conscience had me wondering where the story was going; the author has connected the characters, emotions and feeling superbly. The fate of many lovers……
All the stories in the collection have so much to say and I found that Rochelle has not only managed to share the emotions but the thoughts that propel us to the actions we take as well. A single negative for me was that I found there were too few stories, I wanted to read many more from her. But I guess that is me being a greedy reader! ;)
The stories have a different take on love, life and longing. Sharing nuggets of wisdom about how we feel and think, this assortment of stories is a collector’s item, I will be holding on to the book and adding it to my display shelf of ‘much loved books’.
(©InderpreetKaur. I got a copy of the book from Author, the views are my own.)
fortheloveoffictionalworlds's review
4.0
I received a physical copy of the book via the author in exchange for an honest review.
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