Book Review: The Homecoming and Other Stories

Book Name: The Homecoming and Other Stories

Author: Sri M

Publisher: Penguin

Genre: Spirituality & Mystery 

Format: Paperback

Print length: 200 pages 

Rating: 4/5

The Homecoming and Other Stories by Sri M is a short story collection, exploring spirituality, mystery, introspection and life of a silkworm.The narratives are beautifully crafted


Book Blurb On Amazon


What happens when a lifelong disciple finds out a dark secret about his guru? Can a thief ever reform his ways? How do you solve a murder with no witnesses?

Padma Bhushan awardee and bestselling author Sri M sees the world in a different light. He sees the good, the bad and sometimes the supernatural. From horror stories to tales that will shock you out of your wits and pull at your heartstrings, there is something for everyone in this eclectic collection. In his quintessential no-holds barred style, Sri M's The Homecoming and Other Stories urges you to delve deep into the human spirit and get a glimpse of why people do the things they do.

Review


The Homecoming and Other Stories is a collection of thirteen short stories ranging from heart-warming tales to spine-chilling horror narrations. 


It is a captivating collection, offering readers diverse genres, including crime, supernatural encounters, romance, belonging, and fable. It keeps the reading experience engaging and delightful throughout the book.


The characters are compelling and reflect struggles and conquests that readers will resonate with while reading. Even after varied genres, the readers would notice the exploration of the complexities of human conditions, struggles, motivation, desire, and longing. No matter whether the narratives depict a reformed thief or a disciple analyzing their guru's intentions, they evoke introspection on the driving forces behind human behavior.


The author's writing style is crisp, clear and engaging. The narrations are thought-provoking and keep the readers on the edge of their beds, immersed in the book. Sri maintained emotional depth and wavered questions in his narratives.


Few of the stories that took my attention include:


  1. Death of a Builder:


The title depicts the story would be about a construction worker or any builder. But, the truth is that the author precisely narrates this story considering the life of a silkworm. It is captivating and evocative. Readers would love how beautifully the author crafted this tale.


  1. The Thief:


It is an amusing tale in which the thief undergoes redemption and a change of heart. After meeting with the old woman in whose house he went to commit theft, who treated him the way no one ever treated him, knowing he was a thief. It was a reflection of how love purifies the heart.


  1. The Homecoming:


This story delves into the complex relationship between a guru and his disciple. The disciple left home in search of home when he heard a voice telling him to return home. As the disciple uncovers a hidden truth about his teacher, he grapples with faith, loyalty, and the nature of truth itself. This narrative explores spirituality and belief.


This book is a delightful experience for readers who enjoy surprise elements in stories with varied genres. Due to varied genres, the book would go well with a wide range of readers.

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