Love Knows No LOC by Arpit Vageria: a review

When I choose to look at what's beyond me,  I fail. It takes a lot of efforts from all of us to go beyond that thin line of right and wrong.  Arpit Vageria's latest, Love Knows No LOC is one such book. A cross-border saga of love, this book is much more than just good looks.  Read on to know what I felt about it…

About the book- Zoya, a twenty five year old Pakistani Popstar, meets Kabeer, an emerging Indian cricketer, while he is in Lahore to play a match promoting India-Pakistan friendship. One thing leads to another and soon the two become inseparable. As their love for each other grows, she leaves Pakistan to be with him, only to return a few months later following a misunderstanding. In Pakistan, Zoya is gloomy and sulking, thinking about the bond she shared with Kabeer. In India, a confused Kabeer is still hopeful of meeting Zoya. As their relationship is put to test in the wake of mounting tensions between the two countries, the couple unearths a long-buried truth that will forever change the course of their lives.

If a premise of a book is so strong we know what the book is supposed to bring to the table. This book was no different. One look at the title and the cover makes this a must buy for every person who has their eyes on it. Once you read the blurb,  you are sure to get intrigued regarding the book. So was I and I am not even lying. Having received this book, I straight away started reading it without a pause. Hours later as I sit to write this with still moist eyes, I would recommend it to everyone.

Kabeer,  an Indian Cricketer.  Zoya, a Pakistani popstar.  Cliché much? The story isn't so.  Just when in real life IPL ended and WC preparations are on,  this was a much needed break. The author, after publishing the book has also got a chance to work during the IPL and that is an achievement in itself. All his childhood cricket fantasies and mind you, the Author also has a great voice; has been clearly depicted in this book.  Information regarding the game and the aura surrounding the stadium has been presented beautifully and so has the story.

The first page of the book might seem a bit heavy at first but post that,  it's a clear and sorted read. Jerking your tear levels and bringing a smile,  I had faced a myriad of emotions throughout reading. Clever plot points and the shift between years,  indicated properly on the chapters are a steal. However, you need to be very careful while reading it  to keep a track of the years.

There were lines in the book that had my heart and the meaning plus motive of the book, completely transparent. I have only one glitch with the book. While this is such a smooth ride,  don't we expect a bit more left for the reader to imagine? If that were there, this book would've been the best. As of now, for me, it's a 4.75 out of 5 and hoping to read much more from the author in the future.