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Circle With No Center

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Book Name: Circle With No Center  Author: Deepak Khurana  Publisher: Notionpress Genre: Contemporary fiction  Paperback ‎: 310 pages Rating: 5/5 "Circle with No Centre" is a muted, reflective journey that considers emotional growth, identity and remembering the frailty of connection in an independent world. The characters, he and she , remain unnamed. He is insistent and present. She is rational and fiercely independent and structured. Their lives are parallel when fate uneasily pushes them together. What starts off as a faint electrical current, slowly blossoms into a multi-dimensional relationship that manifests emotional patterns and boundaries.  Khurana does not rush the time it takes to tell their story. Instead, it simmers while allowing us, the readers, to sit in discomfort, yearning, and tardy emotional rupture. The emotional honesty in the book is what gives it strength. The hyper-independence of individuals trying to develop an intimate relation...

Dynasties of Devotion

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Purchase link:  Dynasties of Devotion Book Name: Dynasties of Devotion Author: Deepa Mandlik  Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers India  Genre: Non-Fiction/History/Travel  Language: English  Paperback: 208 pages  Rating: 4.8/5 "Dynasties of Devotion" is an enchanting exploration of the legacies and spiritual histories of seven notable Hindu temples. Deepa Mandlik, who is conspicuous in the rich text, translated seamlessly by Aboli Mandlik, shares the architectural splendor, histories, stories, and the powerful legacies that these temples have witnessed. Whether you are someone who loves history, a devotee, or even someone who is fascinated by India's rich cultural heritage, this book is for you! The book explores how centuries of stories, mindfulness, craftsmanship, and traditions have influenced the myths and beliefs associated with these temples. Mandlik’s careful and thorough research makes this all possible, while her combination of devotio...