I'm fond of the author for his elegant prose and wit. The book is a sum of many parts; those many parts were part of his earlier books. Therefore, the book in part is a rehash and interest flags. I have liked the author's style of writing. I had not read about his early life before. So, that part is riveting. The piece on Rajiv is charming, written with great warmth. The piece on Morarji was there in Walking With Lions and yet it made me read it with intterest again.
The author took upon the...

Still, I have not read the book .However ordered for the same has been placed at on-line book store " Flipkart. Only read the book' summary that has appeared at the site of Flipkart.If Natwar Singh has honestly written the book or reveals all truths, then, it is ok.Common people of India should know the leaders that ruled or rule India.People generally genuinely want their leaders to be honest and faithful for the sake of good governance. To some extent, India is yet to tas...

It's a fantastic book giving the reader an insight of what happens in foreign service and politics..the book has evoked more interest in topics which were touched upon but not dwelled in detail..The Srilankan saga was very informative ..The journey from Nehru to Sonia , the muddle crossing at every stage and slippery diplomatic pathway..wow..kudos to Natwar Singh..you cannot have a better person for foreign policy .
Wish him good health and long life and await his next book..cheers.

All are good except last 2 chapters. That 2 chapters are only reports.
Good photos. Best narration. could have added a little bit of humorous family and political situations

Even for people who have not read the book, the title of my review would surely ring somewhat familiar. It is indeed a play on the line from this book that created much controversy prior to its release. However, this book is far more than just a tell all about the Gandhi family, indeed the "Family" is just a facet of this book.

Natwar Singh's book, penned beautifully by the former diplomat himself, is a thoroughly engaging account of a life that many of us would envy. Singh's bureaucratic li...

Book is very good, with a very smart language.Though a bit tough to decipher what writer wanted to convey.But overall its a good book, not a bothering issue, if you are good in English then it won't be creating much problem.I have read this book, and enjoyed it too while reading.
Only suggest if you have a worm of literature and of politics inside you.Likes me.

After a very long time, I managed to complete reading a book cover to cover. It does change one's perspective of the much vilified man to a large extent and also offers meaningful insights into the life and times of our so-called political bigwigs. Quite gripping with a very lucid style. Definitely worth a read..

One paragraph or one page is not enough to describe the beauty of language Natvar singhji used in his autobiography One life is not enough. Not going too much deep in to his personal life, he has made an honest attempt to caricature his official life in his inimitable style of writing. Every anecdotes he uses to describe his encounters with the who is who of the world takes Natwarsingh to the top of seasoned diplomats our country has ever produced.

A person who stood shoulder to shoulder ...

Natwar Singh's personal accounts, diplomatic ventures and political anecdotes - all are captivating. I like the mastery of the author's English language. His erudition and wide reading of a variety of books sparkle all through the book. The only odd thing I found in the book is that he has quoted the author of the book "To kill a mocking bird" as Gregory Peck instead of Harper Lee. Even Homer sometimes nods...

The author of this book is a well known name who had been a highly influential face of Indian politics. The book is enough interesting and reveals truth and also transpires the some real facts related to Volker saga before the reader. - A must read book.