Author: Theepika Loganathan

Thanks for joining me on this journey! Just as my blog indicates, I’m here to reflect on marvellous books that I have read and to connect with my amazing readers (you guys!). I specifically express my thoughts on the novel The Namesake written by Jhumpa Lahiri. I enjoy this novel tremendously because of all the connections I am able to make with it. A great read for those living in a foreign country and struggling with self-identity. Well, I’m not going to spoil all of my thoughts right here, check out my post on the first four chapters to get an insightful analysis! Enjoy! Feel free to comment your thoughts as well, I’d love to hear from you!

Road Ends – Chapters 13-19: Life Decisions

I have finally finished reading the novel Road Ends by Mary Lawson! I can happily say that it has been very amusing to dive into the lives of the Cartwrights. It was extremely eye-opening to experience the struggles that main characters Megan, Edward, and Tom endure. I think I may even have enjoyed this novel … Continue reading Road Ends – Chapters 13-19: Life Decisions →

Road Ends – Chapters 6-12: The Concept of Death

The next six chapters of the novel is definitely very intense and informative. Several important events that occurred in the Cartwrights' lives were revealed. There are now explanations for Tom's depressing attitude and Edward's lack of love for his family. The explanations aren't very pleasant as they are the death of a friend and an … Continue reading Road Ends – Chapters 6-12: The Concept of Death →

The Namesake – Chapters 8-12: Moushumi’s Impact

The time has come, I've finally finished reading The Namesake by Jhumpa Lahiri! I have thoroughly enjoyed reading this novel because it has given me various views to reflect on. If I had to choose one word to describe the novel, I would choose the word dense. Mainly because there was so much happening with … Continue reading The Namesake – Chapters 8-12: Moushumi’s Impact →

The Namesake – Chapters 5-7: What’s Up with Gogol?

It's great to have you back! I just finished reading the following 3 chapters of the novel and I have had a whirlwind of emotions throughout. I started off happy, then angry, and finally teary-eyed. In the beginning, I was happy for Gogol because he finally got some sort of closure with his name, by … Continue reading The Namesake – Chapters 5-7: What’s Up with Gogol? →