Author: Simran Singh
Publisher: Papertowns India
Have you faced a volley of questions about
marriage?
Hayee Rabba! By Simran Singh is a fun, mad ride based in
Amritsar. It is the story of Simran, who moved out to study in New Delhi and
then goes on to work there. As time passes, a chasm starts developing between
her and her high school sweetheart Angad who stayed behind to take care of his
family business. As years go by, both of them are under family pressure to get
married, and neither wants to take a step back to manage things. To add spice
to things, the family has a crazy set of family friends who are as crazy as
they come. Would they be able to sustain their love?
The plot of the book is quite well thought of. Putting a crazy set of characters in a scenario that twists and turns making it a fun read. The plot is well sketched, and it moves at a smooth pace, keeping the reader hooked. I loved how the scenarios are relatable and as a person in the same age group, I could relate to what Angad, Simran and the others were going through. The language is simple and easy to understand. The use of a third person as a narrator in certain spots acts as a fresh perspective to the events as they happen. The climax is something I didn’t expect, and I was awed by the way it turns out. My favorite part of the story were the small sub-plots unfolding at each moment and how they add volume to the central story. I would have loved to see a bit more of Angad’s story and his views which would have elevated a story a bit more.
The characters in the story are well sketched
and seem very real. From the nosy relatives to persistent friends, each of the
people in the story are unique and add their own flavor to the story. While
Angad and Simran as the protagonists get their share of limelight, Sapna Aunty
and her obsession with marriage is something that drives the story. I loved how
she has given an individual shade to each person, and how each of them views
the idea of marriage as. Using the societal norms, she brings to question the
idea of “marriageable” age and how that affects us as people.
Overall, this is an enjoyable ride, and I would give a 4.25/5 for it.
Get a copy of the book on Amazon India here.
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