Author: Nusrat J. Balur | Publisher: The World Of Hidden Thoughts | Genre: Poetry | Pages: 44
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Life rarely moves in straight lines. It dances, it stumbles, it pauses and sometimes it plays the same note until it becomes a part of you. Rhythm-E-Zindagi steps into that dance, capturing the beauty of love, the quiet strength of friendship, the ache of goodbyes, and the unshakable bonds of family. The collection is divided into two parts — one in English, the other half in Hindi. The Hindi section has the intimacy of a conversation shared in familiar tones, steeped in warmth. The English section carries a lighter, more open cadence, widening its embrace to a broader audience. Yet, regardless of language, every poem beats with the same heart: open, sincere, and unafraid to be vulnerable.

The themes travel across the vast and uneven terrain of life. There’s the euphoria of new love and the quiet comfort of bonds that have stood the test of time. There are verses that celebrate the selfless, often unspoken devotion of a parent, and others that linger in the raw ache of grief. Love between sisters that’s a safe harbor — a place to return to when the storms of life threaten to overwhelm. That piece was particularly stood out along with Cosmic Ties, Timeless Treasures, etc. Here’s an excerpt from ‘A Lifetime Union – Sisters’ Love’,

Being each other’s strength
during the weakest of times
the beauty of the bond
witnessing your reflection in them, shine
From ‘A Lifetime Union – Sisters’ Love’

Some poems feel like fleeting snapshots: the kind of moments that flash before you in the hum of daily life. Others are meditative and lingering, peeling back emotion layer by layer. The free verse style allows this flexibility, mirroring the unpredictable rhythm of the experiences it portrays.

One of the book’s quiet strengths is its simplicity, the unpolished platter of emotions. The poet doesn’t clutter the verses with elaborate metaphors or linguistic acrobatics. Instead, there’s a trust in the power of straightforward expression, a belief that emotions, when spoken plainly, can be more piercing than when dressed in layers of ornamentation. This makes the collection deeply accessible; whether you are a seasoned poetry reader or someone picking up verse for the first time.

By the time you close the book, you feel like you’ve been gently led through your own memories. Rhythm-E-Zindagi becomes less a collection of poems and more a companion for the many seasons of the heart: joy, loss, hope, and everything in between. It’s a reminder that the rhythm of life is not made of perfect beats, but of all the pauses, crescendos, and the silences in between.

Please note: I received an ARC from the publisher but the review remains unbiased.