‘Suicide’
the word itself makes us feel suicidal let alone imagining a young life so much
in problem that he or she cannot see any other ways but to end his or her life.
Our life is full of uncertainties and miseries but have we given a right to ourselves
to take the life away or a number of miseries or struggles decide that? Should we
really take this drastic step when hope isn’t nearby us? What do you think when
should we display bravery when we lose hope or lose strength to fight back?
All these
questions hovered around my head when I was reading this novel called ‘The story of a Suicide’. I did not
read this novel as a book but I read every page of it that aptly describes the
trauma and torture the youngsters experience when they are still not sure about
their identities and are disillusioned about many things. The novel sheds a
light on critical social issues in a story form. The author displays an
aggressive attitude and wears fiery language when he speaks his heart to let
the world know about youngsters’ issues. He reminds his readers, audience and
those people that how forced ambitions and a burden of expectations pressurize
these youngsters too badly that they feel nothing but a suicide as an escape
from this merciless, cruel world.
There are
stories of Hari, Charu, Sam and Mani. It’s their world of relationships, jobs, education,
opinions and choices.
Hari
We all have
preconceived notions and we think that only girls get raped. However, Hari’s
character breaks that notion with his heart-wrenching story. The novel loudly
and clearly talks about child sexual abuse and homosexuality. Take Hari’s
example and you’ll feel sorry about it. It’s not only women but some men too
suffer from sexual abuse in their childhood. No, I can’t reveal more!
Charu
You can
find the same free-spirited, outspoken Charu in your neighborhood but you find
her too loud and male chauvinistic if she voices her opinions, inequality and
many things. And there she is crushed, abused and teased by the hypocrite
section of our society but she doesn’t let affect her daredevil attitude. She remains
calm and strong. She plays her roles well. She is a good friend of Hari and
Mani and she becomes a pillar of their strength when they need her. She carries
her spirit, her strength so well that she doesn’t give damn about the society. She
remains responsible and strong. They say a woman’s mind is as deep as ocean and
nobody can understand her and Charu reflects the same throughout the novel. She has been portrayed both good and bad.
Sam
Sam is a
perfect example of that part of youth where he means self-absorption, selfishness,
and fame hungry and disillusioned about his choices. So be it education or love
matters, things get complicated when his vision isn’t clear. That’s where the
plot of the story becomes intrigued with the introduction of Sam’s and Charu’s
unclear love story.
Mani
Mani’s
character depicts a deprived section of our society where their basic needs are
never met, talked out or even cared. His suicide attempt, his relationship with
Hari or his father represents harsh realities of life. Life has never been a
cakewalk and will never be and sooner or later people like him had to accept the
rude terms of life breaking hearts of many.
For me it isn’t
a book review. I enjoyed the debate of youngsters’ conversations. I could peep
into their lives, know their thoughts and could experience their struggles. For
mature adults, teenage world seems alien but they forget once they also had
been teenagers.
My advice
If you are
a parent, grand-parent, sister, brother or whichever relationship with you
share with your younger ones, try to understand their world. This novel
certainly does justice and brings out the most of it. Read this novel and you’ll
come to know there is another world called ‘Brutal innocence’.
Writing style
The author
has a unique writing style and he has poured his heart to speak out loud critical
issues like inequality, sexual abuse, homosexuality and discrimination. Though I
found some of the phrases offensive and some readers may distaste them. My advice
to the author is to take it slow.
Touching point
I could
relate this chapter called ‘Do you even care’ most to the real life. Today’s
digital advances are good for nothing and they play perfect spoiler when it
comes to relationships. There is always conflict between our materialistic
dreams and real life emotions. When they aren’t served well, complications begin.
My rating
3.5/5
Summary
Let’s enter
into the world of perfect yet imperfect world with Hari, Charu, Sam and Mani. I
recommend this book to all from small to big people in this big world. Additionally,
the video caused goose bumps on my hands. I could literally feel the pain, the
agony, the suffocation and struggle.
Watch the video here:
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