Book Review: Twice Upon A Time

Twice Upon a Time deserves a score of 4.5 stars out of a possible 5. Its straightforward storyline, well-etched characters, witty moments and subtle lessons make the novel an enjoyable read, particularly for teenagers. The vivid descriptions and fluid language add life to the plot and invite young readers to visualize the scenes. Kapadia uses interesting idioms and witty quotes to round off the splendid experience. The awe-inspiring illustrations by Sandhya Prabhat add an element of appeal to the plot. Finally, at just 183 pages, the novel does not get too cumbersome and serves as a perfect read for children.Woebegone’s Warehouse of Words by Payal Kapadia is an exhilarating and thought-provoking novel that offers a chilling glimpse into a dystopian world where the very act of speaking has been commodified. With one of the most outstandingly unique premises I have encountered in recent memory, this world is visceral, disquieting, and surreal, yet there’s a tentative thread of revolution and hope bubbling just beneath the surface that makes the narrative both engaging and inspiring.