The synopsis of Life is What You Make it

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Title       : Life is What You Make it

Author  : Preeti Shenoy
Page      : 209
Format : Paperback

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An author and an artist based in Bangalore, Preeti Shenoy’s second novel ‘Life is what you make it’ is one of the best books I have read so far by an Indian author. In its simplicity lies its best trait and the topics that it explores – college life, delusions and hope that love offers to one and bipolar disorder – may not seem that relevant by itself, but when taken together it creates a thread of thoughts that makes one wonder what actually the book talks about. It is not just a story about bipolar disorder, but as the author expresses ‘it is a story of courage, determination and growing up. It is a story of faith, belief and perseverance too and charting your own destiny.’

The story is told in first person – which enables us to relate to the protagonist, Ankita Sharma. It has a nice background to it, college life that most people would be able to identify themselves with. She is young and enthusiastic and it is through her talents that she manages to get herself into a premier management college for her Masters in Business Administrations (MBA). Half a year later, she is admitted into a mental health hospital. Why and how is what the novel tries to answer, along with a few other things.

Although some may not sympathize with what happens to Ankita at the end of the story, I feel that the author has done a pretty nice job. The reality about bipolar disorder was unknown to me before chancing upon this book, as was the concept. But, throughout the book, I could spot the different pieces and join them together finally to get a grab of the ailment. Also, despite the fact that mental health issues are still unmentionable and considered to be a taboo in the society, the author has done a great job on it. The research involved in writing this book is thorough and a proof of how well she has written about the illness.

The only improvement that this book could have had were the parts about Ankita’s gradual procession into the realm of her ailment. They could have been shortened to fewer pages. As it is, towards the end, the novel does grab pace and pulls you back to find out more. It inspires anyone who has felt destiny’s blow in their lives and at the same time, to those who haven’t, it serves as a guide. A fascinating read.

The book is set in Kerala in the 1980s. The story opens with a series of letters between the protagonist, Ankita and her childhood friend, Vaibhav, who is in IIT Delhi.
Ankita has just entered St Agnes College for Girls and makes many friends. Soon, she becomes the ace of the college, excelling in studies and in college cultural festival events. Her attraction for Vaibhav starts fading away. She meets Abhishek from another college, who confesses to having feelings for her.

Three years later, Ankita gets selected at a premier management institute in Mumbai and dumps Abhishek. Heartbroken, Abhishek commits suicide. Meanwhile Ankita starts her MBA course where she starts progressing like never before.

Ankita develops a photographic memory, excellent stamina and is able to ace her exams. She also becomes creative, witty and articulate. But soon, she gets carried away with her euphoria, becoming reckless.

Ankita falls into great depression and tries to commit suicide. She is later admitted to a mental hospital where Dr Madhusudan diagnoses her with Bipolar Disorder. After many months, Ankita is able to recover from her depression and is able to manage her condition.

Fifteen years later, she has earned six degrees and is married. She has a small daughter.

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