Calling Sehmat

In a Nutshell: Began well, kept dipping with every subsequent chapter. Based on a true story, so some of the more outlandish events are still based in reality. But the writing is too basic. Story Synopsis: Pre-1971, India. Sehmat is the young daughter of a Kashmiri businessman who runs a secret netw......more

This is one of those very few instances where I saw the movie, based on the book, before reading the book. The movie “Raazi” is a very good adaptation of the book. The story is excellent – and being based on a real story of a young lady who takes huge risks for her country, it is also inspiring. Tha......more

A rare book that is based on true spy who played an active role during the period leading to the 1971 Indo-Pakistan war. A panic driven bureaucracy, under the guise of national security, has ensured that the true stories of these heroes never comes out in the light. The fact that the author was a se......more

A friend gave me this for a read. For her, it is a priced possession, not given to anyone before. She commented, that I would love this. I felt privileged. The book is a fine piece of writing I have read since a while. The story touches one's heart. A perfect infusion of sentiments in a gripping plo......more

This book is a fictionalized true story.Though the book is not even close to be considered as a classic spy thriller,the writing is decent.Other than the chapters describing navy battles,the language is simple and story is fast paced.The author has researched his subject thoroughly which is evident......more