Review of My Trip To Adele
Posted: 09 Mar 2024, 03:06
[Following is a volunteer review of "My Trip To Adele" by R.I.Alyaseer and A. I Alyaseer.]
My Trip To Adele by R.I. Alyaseer and A.I. Alyaseer
To start with, I confess that the book blurb didn't attract me much. What piqued my interest was the book cover, which I felt was mystical with a smoking red rose on a black background. So, after a little hesitation, I chose this book and started reading. But I was pleasantly surprised. The sibling authors didn't disappoint me. To be frank, I was just glued to the book. It is not your typical romantic story. The book is brimming with emotions as it portrays and explores each character's raw and profound feelings. Through skillful writing, the characters are intricately woven, which allows you to empathize with their pain, joy, sorrow, and desire.
This novel follows the soul-stirring journey of the leading characters - Elias, Nadia, and Yaser. The story begins in Rome, where we meet Elias, who is filled with regret about his long-lost love for Malika, an innocent Marrakesh girl. His sudden discovery of a cryptic black magic spell impels him to go back to Marrakesh after eight long years. Next, we are introduced to Nadia, who is a single mother from Jordan. Despite her divorce, she is still stuck in the vicious grasp of her ex-husband, who can still deny her the right to freedom. All the situations are against her, yet she is determined to realize her lifelong dream of taking her son Waleed to Adele's live concert. In Las Vegas, we meet Yaser, an oncologist, who is tired of his soulless, monotonous marriage with his wife Mariam. Albeit a sparkling romance before marriage, now, after eight years, their bond is on the verge of death. They are making every effort to revive it, but Yaser begins to doubt if their differences are irreconcilable. Each of them has different goals. But what unites all three is their love for Adele.
I admire the character of Nadia. She has the guts to break out of her degrading marriage, which many women don't possess. I have seen a lot of marriages in India where women are trapped. I wish they were more like Nadia. I adore the abundant love Nadia has for her son, which I, as a mother, can relate to very well. Mothers will do anything for the well-being of their children, and they are their priority always. Many women, like Lara, are stuck in the abyss of demeaning marriage and are unable to break free.
Yaser's character is different. He believes he is humiliated by his wife, Mariam. To avoid quarrels, he always subdues, which later affects him mentally to the point where he feels his home is a prison. His character was developed beautifully. His inner turmoil and muddled feelings were captured very well through the writings.
I was intrigued by Elias and Malika's relationship. It sounded mystical.
Did Elias's search for Malika end fruitfully? Did Nadia's dream come true? What happened to Yaser and Mariam? The authors have crafted the ending with beautiful emotions. The story proves that life is not a fairy tale, and we don't get that fairy tale ending all the time. The characters realize that they have to compromise and sacrifice to hold on to things that are more important in life.
I felt like reading an Indian novel when I read this book. The style of writing and genre feel similar to Indian books. Adele's songs at the end of each chapter added an element of interest. I felt that the black magic part felt out of the story. Even though it might be common in Marrakesh, that concept didn't gel with the story. I noted a few typo errors. Other than that, I didn't find any issues in the book.
I give the book 4 out of 5 only because of the typo errors. Otherwise, I enjoyed the book and recommend it to readers who love deeply emotional books.
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My Trip To Adele
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My Trip To Adele by R.I. Alyaseer and A.I. Alyaseer
To start with, I confess that the book blurb didn't attract me much. What piqued my interest was the book cover, which I felt was mystical with a smoking red rose on a black background. So, after a little hesitation, I chose this book and started reading. But I was pleasantly surprised. The sibling authors didn't disappoint me. To be frank, I was just glued to the book. It is not your typical romantic story. The book is brimming with emotions as it portrays and explores each character's raw and profound feelings. Through skillful writing, the characters are intricately woven, which allows you to empathize with their pain, joy, sorrow, and desire.
This novel follows the soul-stirring journey of the leading characters - Elias, Nadia, and Yaser. The story begins in Rome, where we meet Elias, who is filled with regret about his long-lost love for Malika, an innocent Marrakesh girl. His sudden discovery of a cryptic black magic spell impels him to go back to Marrakesh after eight long years. Next, we are introduced to Nadia, who is a single mother from Jordan. Despite her divorce, she is still stuck in the vicious grasp of her ex-husband, who can still deny her the right to freedom. All the situations are against her, yet she is determined to realize her lifelong dream of taking her son Waleed to Adele's live concert. In Las Vegas, we meet Yaser, an oncologist, who is tired of his soulless, monotonous marriage with his wife Mariam. Albeit a sparkling romance before marriage, now, after eight years, their bond is on the verge of death. They are making every effort to revive it, but Yaser begins to doubt if their differences are irreconcilable. Each of them has different goals. But what unites all three is their love for Adele.
I admire the character of Nadia. She has the guts to break out of her degrading marriage, which many women don't possess. I have seen a lot of marriages in India where women are trapped. I wish they were more like Nadia. I adore the abundant love Nadia has for her son, which I, as a mother, can relate to very well. Mothers will do anything for the well-being of their children, and they are their priority always. Many women, like Lara, are stuck in the abyss of demeaning marriage and are unable to break free.
Yaser's character is different. He believes he is humiliated by his wife, Mariam. To avoid quarrels, he always subdues, which later affects him mentally to the point where he feels his home is a prison. His character was developed beautifully. His inner turmoil and muddled feelings were captured very well through the writings.
I was intrigued by Elias and Malika's relationship. It sounded mystical.
Did Elias's search for Malika end fruitfully? Did Nadia's dream come true? What happened to Yaser and Mariam? The authors have crafted the ending with beautiful emotions. The story proves that life is not a fairy tale, and we don't get that fairy tale ending all the time. The characters realize that they have to compromise and sacrifice to hold on to things that are more important in life.
I felt like reading an Indian novel when I read this book. The style of writing and genre feel similar to Indian books. Adele's songs at the end of each chapter added an element of interest. I felt that the black magic part felt out of the story. Even though it might be common in Marrakesh, that concept didn't gel with the story. I noted a few typo errors. Other than that, I didn't find any issues in the book.
I give the book 4 out of 5 only because of the typo errors. Otherwise, I enjoyed the book and recommend it to readers who love deeply emotional books.
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My Trip To Adele
View: on Bookshelves
