A Winter Solstice
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Last published Tue, Feb 15, 2022
Krishna Kalyan is dead. And his best friend and father can do nothing about it.
This story is about how Krishna spent his last week on Earth knowing he would die soon.
The boy ran away from home to the most beautiful places of the country.
Took in the peace of the mountains.
Spent a night getting drunk blind and woke up naked with his best friends in a desolate hotel.
Went to a city which resembled heaven and finally, died having lived better in a week than his entire life.
Wouldn't you do the same if you knew you'd die in a week?
If your answer is yes, then this book is for you.
3rd Prize Winner for Best Opening Chapter in the Scarlett Awards 2020
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Author's note:
Hey there folks! This book is very special to me, as you can imagine. I started writing it after I lost my grandfather to a series of sudden heart attacks. The book is about stealing your life away when all it has done is slip away from you. It starts off a little sad and slow, yes, but soon enough it'll take you on an emotional ride you'd love with all your heart. If you're wondering what kind of person would love this book, let me ask you something.
Have you ever lost someone you loved dearly?
Have you ever dreamt of a final vacation with your best friend before you die?
Have you suffered from mental health issues and been abused in your life?
Have you ever thought what it would be like to finally let go of all the crap in your life and go live in the mountains?
If the answer to any of these questions is yes, then this book is for you!
It might not seem like it immediately but it is. I promise. I'll update almost every day since I'm looking to participate in a few contests so you can have a new chapter every day! So what are you waiting for? Let's dive in!
Cover by: @SOMYOONKOOK
©Prit Chauhan (Gr Blaze)
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