Life in its fullness is often portrayed as a journey of experiences that make and break a person’s character and personality. However, as a normal human tendency, we get involved in the regular mundane tasks and forget to appreciate life in its full form. “Acquainting Experiences” by Fedora Lobo is an exceptional portrayal of this aspect of human lives and how the need of human connections will always be there, even in the existence of an AI driven world. The novel is a poignant portrayal of this and additionally, it is also an exploration of other issues like psychological, sociological, parenting and its impact on children, the significance of sharing warmth, comfort and most importantly, the varying forms of love. The author explores them through different lenses which majorly oscillate through the central character, Suzanne’s eyes and the people she comes across in the midst of her journey of discovering herself. What begins as a simple plotline gradually shifts to becoming a novel of self-discovery, a spiritual journey and eye-opening revelations that enthrall both Suzanne and the readers.
Even though the narrative unfolds through Suzanne’s eyes and her reactions to situations, it also gives the readers a chance to dive into her personality and understand the circumstances that make her the person she becomes. It is the normal human behavior and nature that takes over her controlled and regulated life and gradually takes her on the road to her awakening. Through her character, the author presents different streams of thought bgeinning from the right kind of parenting. It is the right kind of parenting and guidance that makes the child into the person they would eventually become. The author gradually highlights the importance of the right treatment for children in their most impressionable years and the fact that how those experiences would impact their whole life. But when Suzanne has her awakening, the author also gives the readers a ray of hope in life giving second chances and the idea of better late than never. It is Suzanne’s awakening that may also come across as an epiphany for many readers.
“Acquainting Experiences” also harps upon the fact that the world may be driven by extremely efficient AI which can be controlled and coordinated as per human wants, yet, the real deal of human beings, their emotions and the original forms of existence is irreplaceable. The accurate balance between science and the emotional aspect of human beings will always be the key to a healthy and happy journey of life. It is Veronica’s character and her eventual revelations that reinforce these thoughts and give the light of positivity to the readers. It is also the presumptous behavior of human beings that messes things and spoils relationships for life that resonates through Amanda’s behavior. Her grudges due to lack of communication underline the importance of communication, sharing thoughts even if negative and forgiveness so that life is not about regrets.
At the same time, “Acquainting Experiences” published by Astitva Prakashan also hints towards the role that destiny can play in unraveling events when we may think we have it all figured out and together. It also gives the readers food for thought, an innate spiritual experience and a simultaneous journey to examine their views on life and the way they see it on the whole. By the time they reach the end of the novel, they will have a newfound appreciation for life, its beauty and everything that comes with it in the form of people and experiences. The novel also impats important life-changing lessons that give the readers an analytical viewpoint and help them appreciate the little and big things they have around them. In that sense, the book is more of a source of epiphany and enlightenment for all readers.
“Acquainting Experiences” by Fedora Lobo is a powerful work of writing that is also like a spiritual journey for the readers. They read, enjoy, and learn on the go as they read through. The lively personality of Veronica makes waves in their minds and hearts and makes her a charming and unforgettable person. In light of the enlightenment that the novel on the whole can give, this book is recommeneded to readers of all age groups. Every reader would have a significant point to take home as a lesson of wisdom. The validity of this book extends to the universal level due to its being deeply rooted in the forms of existence of life and death. Everything that comes in between drives the plot with swiftness with life lessons being imparted through simple words and a gradually unfolding story. All readers should try to acquaint themselves through their and Suzanne’s experiences to appreciate and love life the way it is. This novel will be a miletsone in that direction.
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