Review of Where The Rivers Meet by B.M. Reed

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Rating: 4.5/5

I picked up this book expecting a gentle, quiet story, and that is exactly what I found. Right away I felt the writing wanted me to sit close to the characters, not to watch big events from far away. The tone is warm and calm, and it made me slow down and notice small, honest moments.

Story and structure

The book follows three women across different times and places. Their lives touch one another in subtle ways, and the author moves between India and the United States without making it feel forced. The chapters are short and intimate, so the story reads like a collection of memories that build into something whole.

Characters

I really connected with the way each woman is shown through small choices and quiet sacrifices. None of them are loud or dramatic, but their inner lives are full. I found myself thinking about them after I closed the book, which to me is a sign the characters stayed alive in my mind.

Themes that stayed with me

Migration, memory, motherhood and the cost of duty are woven through every page. The book talks about belonging in a way that felt honest — how a place shapes you and how leaving a place does not erase what you carry. It celebrates everyday courage: the kind that shows up in routines, care, and decisions most people never notice.

What I loved most

I loved the small, truthful scenes — a conversation, a quiet household moment, a memory returning. Those scenes make the book feel lived in. The language is simple but full of feeling, and the pacing lets those moments breathe. It felt like being invited into real lives rather than being told a plot.

A very small note

If I have to point out something, it would be that the pace can feel slow in parts. For me that was not a problem because the slow pace is part of the book’s charm, but readers who want nonstop action might find it gentle to a fault.

Final words

Overall, this is a quietly powerful read. It is the kind of book that asks you to pay attention to ordinary things and, when you do, it gives back a lot. I enjoyed how personal and humane it felt, and I kept thinking about the characters long after I finished.

Review of Run Dad Run by Shil Niyogi

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Rating: 5/5

I picked up this novel by Shil Niyogi because the premise sounded like a mix of family drama and mystery, and right away I was pulled in. The story begins with a disappearance that never gets old as a mystery, and from there it slowly unfurls into something strange and moving. The book is published by Om Books International, and the pages keep that balance of tension and emotion well.

The Story

At the heart of the plot is a father who vanishes without a trace, and how that loss echoes across decades. The children grow up carrying pieces of the past and, one by one, develop uncanny abilities that change how they see the world. The buildup from a personal family tragedy to encounters with darker forces felt organic to me — the mystery always moved forward, and there were enough turns to keep me guessing without feeling lost.

Characters

I liked how the three siblings felt different from each other. Each power is tied to their personality, and that helps the relationships stay believable. The father’s absence is never just a plot device, it’s the emotional center that makes me care about the siblings’ choices. Even the secondary characters around them add weight to the story instead of just filling space.

Writing and Pacing

The writing is clear and often cinematic. Scenes that lean into the supernatural are described in a way that made me picture them easily, and the quieter family moments gave those intense scenes real consequence. The pace mostly works — there are times when the middle section slows as pieces are set up, but I didn’t feel bored because the emotional thread kept me invested.

Themes and Feel

What struck me most was how the novel treats power as both gift and burden. It’s not just about cool abilities, it’s about how those abilities change your life and attract attention you do not want. The book also asks, in its own way, what we owe our family and how far we’ll go to find the truth. Those themes stuck with me after I put the book down.

A Small Critique

If I have to point out something, it’s that a couple of explanations toward the end felt hurried to me. I would have liked a little more breathing room when a few big reveals happened, just so the impact could land more fully. That’s a very small thing in a book I otherwise enjoyed.

Final Thoughts

Overall, this is a gripping read that blends mystery, family emotion, and supernatural elements in a way that kept me turning pages. I felt connected to the siblings and cared about what happened to them. If you like stories that mix heart with a slow-creeping sense of danger, this one will likely sit well with you.