Celebrating the Joy of Reading Through Student Voices
The Vasippom Nesippom Book Review Forum provided a wonderful platform for students to share their reading experiences and inspire one another to develop a lifelong love for books. Organized to encourage reading habits and critical thinking, the forum brought together enthusiastic readers from different departments who presented thoughtful reviews of books that had impressed them. Each participant offered unique insights, making the session both informative and engaging.
Student Presentations
G. Rejina – II B.A. English (UG)
Book Reviewed: Oru Ulagam, Oru Uyir, Oru Manithan
(ஒரு உலகம், ஒரு உயிர், ஒரு மனிதன்)
G. Rejina opened the session with an inspiring review of Oru Ulagam, Oru Uyir, Oru Manithan. She highlighted the book's message of humanity, compassion, and unity, emphasizing how individual actions contribute to building a better society. She appreciated the author's simple yet meaningful writing style and noted that the book encourages readers to value kindness above all else. She also observed that some philosophical sections required careful reading but found them rewarding.
Karthika V. – II B.A. English
Book Reviewed: Mella Sedhu Meendu Vaa (மெல்ல செத்து மீண்டு வா)
Karthika shared an emotional review of Mella Sedhu Meendu Vaa. She explained how the novel explores life's struggles, resilience, and emotional healing. She admired the realistic portrayal of human emotions and appreciated the inspiring journey of the protagonist. According to her, the book reminds readers that setbacks can become stepping stones toward success. She felt that a few portions progressed slowly but believed the emotional impact made the reading worthwhile.
Angala Eswari S. – I B.A. English
Book Reviewed: The Covenant of Water by Abraham Verghese
Angala Eswari presented an engaging review of Abraham Verghese's The Covenant of Water. She admired the author's rich storytelling, memorable characters, and vivid depiction of family relationships across generations. She particularly enjoyed how history, culture, medicine, and human emotions were woven together into a compelling narrative. She remarked that while the novel is lengthy, its depth and emotional richness make it a rewarding read for patient readers.
B. Subiksha – II B.Sc. (CDF)
Book Reviewed: Pudhumaipen (புதுமைப்பெண்)
B. Subiksha discussed Pudhumaipen, highlighting its powerful message on women's empowerment and social progress. She appreciated the courage and determination displayed by the central character, describing the book as both inspiring and thought-provoking. She encouraged fellow students to read it for its progressive ideas and its relevance to contemporary society.
P. Rengadevi – II B.Sc. (CDF)
Book Reviewed: Vetrikku Edu Thadaigal (வெற்றிக்கு ஏழு படிகள்)
P. Rengadevi, II B.Sc. (CDF) reviewed the motivational book வெற்றிக்கு ஏழு படிகள் She explained the seven important steps to success highlighted in the book, including self-confidence, discipline, perseverance, goal setting, time management, positive thinking, and continuous self-improvement. Her presentation emphasized that success is achieved through consistent effort and determination.
H. Kalaivani – II B.Com. (PA)
Book Reviewed: விபரீதத்தின் விலை வித்யா
H. Kalaivani presented a review of Vibareethathin Vilai Vidhya, an investigative thriller by Pattukkottai Prabhakar. The reviewer explained how the novel combines suspense, crime investigation, and unexpected twists to keep readers engaged from beginning to end. The book highlights the consequences of wrong decisions and the importance of truth and justice. The student appreciated the author's fast-paced narration, realistic characters, and gripping storytelling, which make the novel an exciting read for mystery lovers. The presentation sparked interest among the audience and encouraged students to explore investigative fiction in Tamil literature.
S. Sakthi Priya – II B.Com. (PA)
Book Reviewed: Valarppu Magal
(வளர்ப்பு மகள்)
S. Sakthi Priya – II B.Com. (PA) presented a review of the Tamil novel Valarppu Magal (வளர்ப்பு மகள்). The reviewer highlighted the novel's central theme of love, sacrifice, and the emotional bond between a foster daughter and her family. The book beautifully conveys that genuine affection and care are more important than blood relationships. The presentation was informative and inspired the audience to appreciate family values and explore more meaningful Tamil literature.
The discussions following each presentation allowed students to ask questions, exchange opinions, and compare different interpretations of the books. The variety of genres—from literature and motivational writing to social novels and historical fiction—made the forum lively and intellectually stimulating. Every review reflected the reader's personal connection with the book, demonstrating that reading is both an educational and deeply personal experience.
The Vasippom Nesippom Book Review Forum successfully fostered a vibrant reading culture among students by providing an opportunity to express ideas, develop communication skills, and appreciate diverse literary works. Listening to different perspectives helped participants discover new books, broaden their understanding of literature, and recognize the value of thoughtful reading. The forum concluded on a positive note, leaving students motivated to read more widely and continue sharing their literary journeys with others.
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