55 - A novel by Chetan Chatwal : Book Review

On The Jacket –

Tried to picture myself in a shady second-rate college and realized that even thinking about it was difficult.’ Arjun Singh is a typical South Delhi brat whose biggest worry is securing a much-coveted seat in one of the city’s top colleges. But his ambitious plans come to a screeching halt when he scores a paltry ‘55’ in English in the board exams. Unable to meet the cut-off, Arjun is forced to take admission in a neighboring second-grade college. Between grappling with his identity as a Sikh and facing repeated misfortunes in love, Arjun’s only solace is his three best friends from school who have also ended up in the same dump. What will happen to his future now? Witty, naughty, and plain irreverent, 55 is a delightful, mad caper about growing up and surviving three tumultuous years in the hallowed corridors of Delhi University.

Now, Review Time –

 
55 is a story about the life of Arjun Singh, a rich sikh guy living in South Delhi who is used to all the upmarket things. The book talks about the transitions that take place in his life.

The last thing that a 17 year old would want is to get into a very good college. Arjun Singh wanted the same, to get into a good college. Unfortunately, he ends up in a second grade college which is far from meeting his expectations.

Author has successfully managed to maintain the humour quotient of his book. When you read the book characters comes live to you. The kind of friendship that Arjun shares with his friends is totally relatable and at times it would remind you of the times you have spent with your friends. Book is written in very good language. It will make you laugh your lungs out. Conversations and scenes are witty and hilarious. But in between it becomes a little drab that you will not mind skipping few pages.

I would like to rate this book 3 out of 5. It worths a read. You are going to enjoy it.