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ankysbookbubble's review against another edition
4.0
Small Is Big is a collection of micro tales that span a variety of topics.
I loved their diversity and the fact that despite being so short, they were complete. Not one of those tales felt as if they'd been left halfway or incomplete.
Some of the tales were sweet while some were downright creepy. Collectively, it was a pretty balanced amalgamation of genres and topics.
My favourite tales were "Applaud," "Sorry" and "Believe". Though the others were just as exceptional.
I'd definitely recommend you to give this collection a shot.
I loved their diversity and the fact that despite being so short, they were complete. Not one of those tales felt as if they'd been left halfway or incomplete.
Some of the tales were sweet while some were downright creepy. Collectively, it was a pretty balanced amalgamation of genres and topics.
My favourite tales were "Applaud," "Sorry" and "Believe". Though the others were just as exceptional.
I'd definitely recommend you to give this collection a shot.
tintin_loves_books's review
5.0
In this case, small is indeed a lot. 'Small is Big' by Rafaa Dalvi, the third in the series, is a compilation of 100 micro tales each containing a flavour of its own. The tales infused with the right amount of thrill is the perfect combination to a pleasant, light read.
The author delicately handled all the different topics he penned down as micro tales. The writing style and the suspense it created is truly praise-worthy. My favourite one was the last tale 'The End'; it so aptly concluded the book. The eerie-ness conveyed through the dark stories were spine-thrilling. I do appreciate the way the author penned down so many varied thoughts under a single shed. Each of the them was better than the other. The title and the cover beautifully complemented the book.
A few of the micro-tales did manage to confuse me a bit owing to the twisted way it was penned down. Nonetheless I enjoyed them all dearly.
Overall, a very easy and light read. It can be read at one go. I recommend this to readers who enjoy micro tales with suspense twists.
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The author delicately handled all the different topics he penned down as micro tales. The writing style and the suspense it created is truly praise-worthy. My favourite one was the last tale 'The End'; it so aptly concluded the book. The eerie-ness conveyed through the dark stories were spine-thrilling. I do appreciate the way the author penned down so many varied thoughts under a single shed. Each of the them was better than the other. The title and the cover beautifully complemented the book.
A few of the micro-tales did manage to confuse me a bit owing to the twisted way it was penned down. Nonetheless I enjoyed them all dearly.
Overall, a very easy and light read. It can be read at one go. I recommend this to readers who enjoy micro tales with suspense twists.
For more such detailed reviews, check out my bookstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mystic_tales_tintin/
aanchi3's review
4.0
This book contains 100 tales. Each tale has a different theme and the name of the chapters are different as well. The author has penned down micro-tales on 100 topics. The variety of the tales is vast. It had touched topics relating to life, beauty and dark themes as well. This concept was really new to me and was really unique. Some of the stories left me with a spooky feeling. I really wanted to know what happened next. It left me with tangled emotions. The language however was simple.
dhruv1996's review
5.0
The book is a collection of 100 micro-tales, and each one of them has the potential to blow your mind away. Though a small book, one needs to read it twice to understand the hidden aspects of tales. My favorite one was -
"Cheer up,you are thirteen now. I was eight when I was married.You'll never look so beautiful ever again"
"I will ammi when I will wear a school uniform"
This book is a page Turner!!
"Cheer up,you are thirteen now. I was eight when I was married.You'll never look so beautiful ever again"
"I will ammi when I will wear a school uniform"
This book is a page Turner!!
nano_talks's review
4.0
A quote book, that will just fits in your greater affairs of life.
The book is compromise of 100 and so micro fiction, which varies with writing styles and themes. Themes like, thriller, mystery and style like, six word stories has been included.
Coming to the title and cover - title is just perfect and cover can me more experimental.
This book is for everyone, and quick read. You can read it in bits and pieces, here and there, and it will still suits your mood.
The book is compromise of 100 and so micro fiction, which varies with writing styles and themes. Themes like, thriller, mystery and style like, six word stories has been included.
Coming to the title and cover - title is just perfect and cover can me more experimental.
This book is for everyone, and quick read. You can read it in bits and pieces, here and there, and it will still suits your mood.
dhw_ani's review against another edition
3.0
The book title says a lot in three words just like the book pieces have the ability to do.The titles are arranged in alphabetical order giving the book an organised feel. The book is a collection of micro tales which have around three to four sentences. The writing is powerful enough to squeeze in the stories in these three to four sentences. The range the book pieces offer is from death to happiness. Certain tales left me wanting more. The language used is simple and lucid. The author has also included topics of coming out as tales which i absolutely loved.
The covers of all the books are same except for the colour which should be worked upon.
Since I've read the third part of this book, i felt here in the pieces were a little basic. They could've been better.
The covers of all the books are same except for the colour which should be worked upon.
Since I've read the third part of this book, i felt here in the pieces were a little basic. They could've been better.
dhw_ani's review
5.0
I read the blurb and I was intrigued to read the book. The cover of the book could've been much better and the title is appropriate to the book theme. The theme is that of short stories and they cover a good range. There's something for everything. There were so many micro tales which stole my heart and there were a lot to which I could relate to. There are emotions bleeding from the tales. There are a 100 of them and they range from love to horror. It isn't easy to write a story in two sentences and the author has topped it beautifully. I loved the book except for a few tales which I found too cliche.
bookishstephy's review against another edition
5.0
I would have been a looser if i left it unread
I don't know how the Kindle version of this book got added in my library but I must say I don't regret it.
Each story ,oh no ,micro tale opens into a new world . The author introduces each story and leaves the rest to readers imagination. Not many times had I experienced this. I don't like contemporary Indian authors writing style ,but this one has made be to think a different way.
If you are looking for something new ,then give this book a try
I don't know how the Kindle version of this book got added in my library but I must say I don't regret it.
Each story ,oh no ,micro tale opens into a new world . The author introduces each story and leaves the rest to readers imagination. Not many times had I experienced this. I don't like contemporary Indian authors writing style ,but this one has made be to think a different way.
If you are looking for something new ,then give this book a try
dancingbibliophile's review
4.0
Amazingly Witty!
The Book is Amazing. Its a short and simple read but is exceedingly witty. I completed it in a single sitting. The short stories surprised me quite well. I thoroughly enjoyed the read.
The Book is Amazing. Its a short and simple read but is exceedingly witty. I completed it in a single sitting. The short stories surprised me quite well. I thoroughly enjoyed the read.