Facing Mortality
Astha’s story encourages to confront the reality of mortality. It suggests that by acknowledging and accepting the inevitability of death, we can live more purposefully and with greater appreciation for life.
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"Her Last Wish" by Ajay K Pandey is a touching novel about Vijay, whose monotonous life changes when he marries his lively childhood crush, Astha. Their joy is short-lived as Astha is diagnosed with a terminal illness, forcing them to confront the complexities of life, love, and loss.
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