The Mystery of The Silk Umbrella: A tale of unexpected twists
When I first saw the book, the cover was visually appealing and caught my attention. I wanted to find out more about the story. Written by Asha Nehemiah, the story has hilariously funny characters that get into a wacky adventure. Her style of writing is characterised by a sense of humour, a touch of mystery, and a spirit of adventure.
The plot is a mix of suspense and mystery. The setting is vividly portrayed, adding charm to the narrative. The story begins with what seems to be a very ordinary event revolving around a silk umbrella but evolves into a complex puzzle as the different characters uncover the various clues. The author introduces a lot of unexpected twists and turns, keeping the readers on the edge of their seats.
When Arjun and Divya’s mother, Roopa Mani, rented a gorgeous purple silk umbrella for the shooting of a film she was directing, little did they know the mystery it was going to bring into their lives. Along with the intelligent and resourceful Malli, the kids find themselves involved in a series of adventures as they help their aunt Shantha find something invaluable that was stolen from her.
The different characters in the story add a lot of excitement and confusion to the plot. The fat and bumbling thief, Dr. Bambaram Jones; the rich and mysterious businessman, T. Satyavan; and the dangerous criminal Kharabi all have distinct personalities and skill sets that play a crucial role in bringing the story to life and contributing to the solving of the mystery.
I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. It is funny and exciting, with a lot of twists and turns.
The story ends in a satisfying manner, showcasing the lessons learned throughout the journey. The mystery is unravelled logically and rewards the readers who have been following the clues attentively. It successfully combines elements of mystery, friendship, and discovery, making it a must-read for fans of the mystery genre.
A book review by: Taha Ammar Kheyroolla
Book Title – The Mystery of The Silk Umbrella
Author- Asha Nehemiah
Illustrator – Shalinee Ghosh
Genre – Mystery
Recommended for age group 8 – 12 years
Rating: 4 stars
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11 Responses
Thank you for this delightful review, Taha. I’m glad you enjoyed the book.
Thank you so much Ma’am!!! Iam thrilled you enjoyed the review.
What a well written review! Capturing the essence of the book precisely and intriguingly enough to tempt new readers to pick this title up.
Good one👌
The book is a good read full of excitement, mystery and unexpected bends. Characters may seem funny but have lot to say. Written with humour , the book rewards the readers with happiness. A nice book to possess.
Good job Taha. Excellent review!!
The review of the book by Taha Ammar Kheyroolla is beautifully and eloquently written and so vivid of the plot and characters therein that one is compelled to read the book to unfold its mystery.
Cannot wait to buy the book.
Taha Ammar Kheyroolla, has reviewed the book, “The Mystery of The Silk Umbrella pretty well, in a flawless style, giving the concise summary, critical understanding and evaluation of the characters and the exciting bends of the story. A nice persuasive review at such a young age has has delighted me a lot.
A very well written review, brief but long enough to encapsulate the essence of the book along with well made observations. His style of writing, simple yet lucid, and his choice of vocabulary indicates a bright young mind far ahead of a kid of his age. Wishing Taha all the very best and eagerly awaiting an original story from this talented boy in the future….. He has the skills of a good storyteller, all he needs to do is let his imagination take wings.
What an insightful review. Makes me want to know more. Great writing
What an insightful review. Makes me want to know more. Great writing on your part.