en-US Sun, 30 Mar 2025 05:43:05 -0700 60 144 41 /images/layout/goodreads_logo_144.jpg ReadStatus9249210063 Sun, 30 Mar 2025 05:43:05 -0700 /review/show/7447120399 Neelabh is currently reading The Alchemy Code by Rob Jones
]]> Review7347416014 Sun, 30 Mar 2025 05:43:00 -0700 /review/show/7347416014 Neelabh gave 3 stars to Blood Feud (Tom Rollins Thriller #9) by Paul Heatley
This time Tom Rollins races to save his brother Anthony from the Chicago mob, aided by his tech-savvy associate Cindy. While the plot starts with urgency and modern intrigue, weak character development, particularly Anthony’s unlikability, diminishes the emotional stakes. A subplot involving Anthony's girlfriend and her son feels unnecessary. And some action sequences drag. Making parts of the story tedious. The ending fails to deliver a satisfying payoff. ]]> Review7413987397 Tue, 18 Mar 2025 08:52:49 -0700 /review/show/7413987397 Neelabh gave 5 stars to Vritrahan (Paperback) by Ratul Chakraborty
Ratul Chakraborty reimagines the ancient Rig Vedic legend of Indra's battle against the Vritra. With vivid imagery and philosophical depth, Ratul uses a well known but ancient tale to explore timeless themes like greed, courage, and good vs. evil. You can very well call it a modern epic. The free verse poetry offers a breezy read. ]]> Review7401906380 Fri, 14 Mar 2025 00:23:51 -0700 /review/show/7401906380 Neelabh gave 4 stars to Eleven Numbers (Kindle Edition) by Lee Child
Lee Child's "Eleven Numbers" surprised me. I'm a Reacher fan. Thought I knew his style. But this wasn't Reacher. It wasn't even close. Totally different voice. A fresh start. But in a good way. The story's fast. Kept me hooked. Descriptions are just right. Not too long. Not too short. The ending was perfect. Loved it. Hope he writes more like this. It's a new Lee Child. And I like him. ]]> ReadStatus9106616656 Sun, 23 Feb 2025 04:46:23 -0800 /review/show/7347416014 Neelabh is currently reading Blood Feud by Paul Heatley
]]> Review7323123577 Sun, 23 Feb 2025 04:45:24 -0800 /review/show/7323123577 Neelabh gave 3 stars to Red Circle Society (Sunil) (Hindi Edition) by सुरेन्द्�� मोहन पाठक
Red Circle Society संतो�� मोहन पाठक की सुनी�� सीरी�� का हिस्सा है�� सुनी��, जो एक खोजी पत्रका�� है, अचान�� एक रहस्यम�� साजि�� मे�� फँ�� जाता है जब एक आदमी हत्यारों से बचने के लि�� उसके घर मे�� घु�� आत�� है�� ये हत्यार�� एक खतरनाक गुप्�� समाज से जुड़�� होते हैं। सुनी�� इस समाज की गहरा�� तक जाता है और इस सोसाइटी मे�� का�� कर रह�� लोगो�� तक पहुँचत�� है��

कहानी तेज़ रफ्तार है, लेकि�� बहुत छोटी है�� क्लाइमैक्स किसी जेम्�� बॉन्�� फिल्�� की तर�� एक आइलैंड पर होता है, जो थोड़�� सिनेमा�� लगता है�� यह हल्की-फुल्की, mildly entertaining थ्रिलर है, �� तो बहुत रोमांच��, �� ही बहुत उबाऊ�� ]]> Review7323124634 Sun, 23 Feb 2025 04:38:28 -0800 /review/show/7323124634 Neelabh gave 3 stars to Contract: Bait (Sei Thriller) by Ty Hutchinson
Ty Hutchinson’s writing is smooth and easy to follow. Sei is a deadly Chinese assassin, has left the murder-for-hire business, until she discovers that the daughter she thought was dead is actually alive. The price for her safe return? One last job: breaking into an impenetrable Turkish prison to take out the legendary Black Wolf.

The mission unfolds a little too easily, with Sei gliding from one challenge to the next with minimal setbacks. While the story keeps moving, it lacks real tension or surprises, making it fairly predictable. That said, it’s a light, entertaining read with a decent setup for the next book. ]]> Review7323122945 Sun, 23 Feb 2025 04:36:12 -0800 /review/show/7323122945 Neelabh gave 3 stars to The Last Protector (Clayton White, #1) by Simon Gervais
Fast-paced, no-nonsense thriller that kicks off with military action before shifting into espionage territory. Clayton White, an ex-military operative turned secret service agent, teams up with archaeologist Veronica Hammond, whose new satellite-based app stirs up unexpected trouble. While the premise is intriguing, the story sticks to familiar thriller tropes, delivering solid action and a few twists without breaking new ground. It’s a quick, engaging read with no slow moments, though it does wrap up a bit fast and leaves some loose ends, likely setting up a series. If you're looking for a straightforward, entertaining thriller, this one does the job. ]]> ReadStatus9071911157 Sat, 15 Feb 2025 09:02:27 -0800 /review/show/7323124634 Neelabh is currently reading Contract: Bait by Ty Hutchinson
]]> ReadStatus9071909690 Sat, 15 Feb 2025 09:02:01 -0800 /review/show/7323123577 Neelabh is currently reading Red Circle Society (Sunil) by सुरेन्द्�� मोहन पाठक
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