Book Review : Shaheen Must Die by Captain Rakesh Walia

Author- Captain Rakesh Walia
Publisher - And All and Writing Geeks
Pages - 207

Blurb

An army officer who wears the uniform of a prisoner. A corporate tycoon who sacrifices his all for one young soul. A boy ready to become an icon to his generation, with a secret burning question of his own. What do these three have in common?
The intense and powerful story of Shaheen Must Die brings in an unusual display of courage from a trio of unforgettable characters. This action packed book has twists and turns that cut through the army, the corporate world and the dark underbelly of a prison complex. They are bound by the echo of a woman who spoke with her honey colored eyes and kept a secret, buried under the snow in exotic kashmir.

Review

This is one of the most well written books I've read this year. The cover of the book isn't a colorful one, yet it looks intriguing enough to lure the readers towards it. The title also complemented very well with the story. The gripping blurb gives a glimpse of what lies behind the cover. This book is account of a courageous army officer, which portrays immense patriotism. The tragedy of war adds an emotional touch to the story. Emotions has been very vividly expressed. The bond between father and son seemed so touching. It actually made me cry while reading.

Characterisation has played an important role in the story. The author has intricately designed each character to highlight the characteristic trait of each of them. The suspense element kept me glued to the story till the end. The twists and turns enhanced the charm of the story. And I must mention the story has a nail-biting climax!

The theme is very nice. The plot is well chosen. The storyline is strong enough to keep its readers hooked till the end. The language is simple and lucid. The story maintains a uniform and steady pace throughout. Characters have been well designed.

Overall this has been a wonderful read. Looking forward to read more from the author.