Age of Vice by Deepti Kapoor

This novel is a thrilling attempt at bringing the captivating world of Bollywood in the form of fiction. It is filled with action-packed scenes and compelling characters. It portrays a broad spectrum of life, from unruly mobsters to corrupt politicians, and the dark side of Indian society. 

Sunny Wadia, is a character who is raised by his powerful and violent father. Despite being labelled as just another rich kid, he is a complex character. Alongside Sunny is Ajay, a diligent and hardworking employee of the Wadia family who works for a pittance. And then there's Neha, a bold and fearless reporter who sets out to track down Sunny for a story but ends up falling for him instead. 

The story is a rollercoaster ride of emotions and action, as Sunny struggles to find his place in the world and break free from his father's control. Despite the challenges he faces, Sunny is determined to prove his worth and become a worthy successor to his father. 4.3 ⭐️ 

Thanks to @definitelybooks #pansing for the review copy. Opinions are my own 💙 

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Hari pertama berpuasa

*gambar hiasan

Hari pertama ramadan macam biasa cari kuih kat bazar. Not badlah. Ada perubahan dengan jumlah peniaga dan variati bahan jualan.

Dan aku belilah 3 jenis kuih di atas. Dengan harapan yang setinggi gunung. Time berbuka - berair, lagi sikit nak basi. Adoiyaiii.

Takpe.

Dah beli pun.

Dah tahu siapa peniaganya, boikot terus.

The Girls I've Been by Tess Sharpe

Woah. I'm surprised. I thought the penguinteen is all about cheeky romance. 😅. I give 4.5 ⭐️ for this outstanding storyline with strong characters to support the well-crafted plot. The motivations, fears and conflicts are integral to the progression of this tale.

It is a story about a resilient young girl who finds her way through everything thrown at her. She has lived so many lives with her mother - queen of the grift. She had groomed her daughter in the art of manipulation as a con artist. Until one day, the girl ran away. The indelible connections between her past and dealing with a hostage situation taking place in the present is the book's strength. It's really caught my interest.

A compassionate and wise read, this book follows the journey of broken teenagers searching for a fresh start and a sense of belonging. It also highlights the most troublesome aspects of domestic violence and abuse.

Thanks to @times.reads and @putrifariza for the review copy. My opinions are my own 💙 

*Available at all major bookstores in Singapore and Malaysia and their online stores