Life in the Sunshine - RK's review
Why did I read this book?
2 to 3 years ago, this book was suggested by someone to me. I tried to remember who had recommended it to me, searched through my FB messages, and checked with a few book-reading friends who would suggest new books. But I did not succeed.
When I was suggested this book, I had an interaction with the author. As far as I remember, I had a chat through Facebook. It was the time when I was trying to publish my first book. I texted him and got to know a few details about his writing and informed him that I will connect with him after reading his book.
Recently, I decided to read all the books that I had wished to read and this book is one among them. The main reason to buy this book is that it spins around Cricket. Being an ardent street cricketer and die-hard cricket fan, I cannot ignore reading this after knowing that it is based on Cricket. Also, I liked the cover page and the choice of colour for it. Impressive!
The writer should be around 45 years of age who have been following cricket since the 1983 World Cup. The story began with three kids who love playing street cricket, their practice sessions, and their efforts to buy a bat, ball, and stumps. Between every chapter, the book embraced India's run on international cricket during the 80s and 90s. The book highlighted how Pakistan was stronger those days to knock India in ODI matches.
Though few conversations did not amuse me and they were tedious, the narration on international cricket kept me going and made me turn pages.
The excitement while reading went to peak once Sachin entered into the international matches. Chapters detailing two world cups 1992 and 1996 became my favourite as I, being a '93 born, did not get any chance to watch or read about those world cups. It was inspiring how Pakistan and Srilanka managed to win their world cups.
Until then, I was not much hooked on the story of the three friends. But once the kids grew up, entered into college and the inter-hostel cricket tournament began, I was delighted as it reminded me of my college hostel's flood-light cricket matches. Their preparation and progress in the tournament were interesting to read even though it was a well-known tale that we have seen in all the sports-based movies.
During the final match, it was an interesting read when the hero motivates him through the world cup performances of Pakistan in 1992 and Srilanka in 1996. The flawless narration made the last over of the match to be a nail-biter. Supplementing a short love story turned out to be a good idea to please the readers. The final speech in the final chapter is notable and it motivates the readers.
So now, you might have a question. 'Should we go for this book?'
Go for this book if you are among the ones who accept wins and losses equally during cricket matches.
I wish to connect with the writer of this book to share my feedback but I had missed his contact. Please let me know if he is your friend/colleague or if you are the one who suggested this book.
Your decision to read this write-up warmed my heart. Thanks for your time.
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