Book Review 26: Trust Me Not by Ankita Verma Datta.

Ankita Verma Datta's debut fiction novel, 'Trust Me Not', has all the elements needed to make a book an absolute five-star read. It's perfect in every way. The storyline is very gripping and enthralling. The genre of this cannot be specified as it has touches of a political thriller as well as romantic fiction in it.

Reeva Rai is the protagonist. She is a rising corporate star. When she comes across the dashing, attractive and enigmatic billionaire, Kunaal Kabi, she is completely swept off her feet. The two of them forms a strong bond as both of them are equally attracted towards each other. But, Reeva is asked to join the sub-division of her company, which is a PR agency. And to her utter surprise, she finds that her boss is none other than Kunaal. It becomes all the more difficult for Reeva to work under him, as they develop feelings for each other.

But the situation takes a turn when Reeva tries to help Nandita Sahay, a social activist for an important cause. 

Will she be able to save herself and her friend from the clutches of dirty politics? What is in store for Reeva and Kunaal?

You have to read the book to know more. 

The ending of the story will leave you asking for more. 

Each of the characters in the book is very well developed and unique. Use of lucid language is another plus point. The pace at which the story proceeds is just perfect. The suspense and the thrill keep the readers hooked on to this book.

This book has mind-boggling powers. It is so interesting that I could not stop reading the book until I completed it. I was totally bewildered by the end of the story. I wish there is a sequel to this book in the near future. I just can't wait to know more about the characters!

'Trust Me Not' is now on my favourites list. I, personally, enjoyed every bit of this book and loved it.

This book is definitely recommended to each and everyone. I am sure you will enjoy reading it!

About the author : Ankita Verma Datta is an Economics graduate from Mumbai University and is trained in advertising communication and marketing at the Xavier Institute of Management/Communication. She has spent more than a decade in the advertising industry, handling a wide range of clients from finance, insurance, education, food industry and also government sector and political campaigns, before starting her own communications consultancy in 2003. Apart from marketing and advertising, she has interests in various other fields, including curating antique Portugal houses in Goa and ‘hobby-breeding’ the exotic dog breed of Tibetan Mastiffs. An ardent nature and animal lover, she spends her time between Mumbai, Lonavala and Goa.
Trust Me Not is her debut fiction novel and she intends to continue writing socio-political thrillers with current relevance in future too. She writes to evoke and entertain.

My rating : 5 of 5 stars.

Publisher : Jaico Publishing House.
First Published : October 2017.
Pages : 384
Price : ₹450/-

Thanks to Writersmelon and the Author, for providing me with a review copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.