The Zoya Factor  (English, Paperback, Chauhan Anuja)

This book wasn't perfect but it held my attention and I enjoyed it. Definitely better than what I had expected from Indian chick lit. I suggest you borrow from a library or a friend and read it as it isn't more than a one-time read...

Also, the book could do with some editing (Found so many spelling and grammar mistakes!)

Apart from the fact that this book is named after my younger daughter, its a great read. The idea is quiet unique and very relevant to the sub continent, a heady mix of the biggest religion "Cricket" and the basic characteristics of our's "superstitions". The narrative is refreshing and in a language which most people will find easy to identify with. Go ahead buy this book and enjoy a young and upcoming writer . . . who for a change is as pretty as her writing !!

The story revolves around a girl named Zoya who discovers that her taking birth on the same day when India won the world cup makes her lucky for the Indian cricket team. Soon the team came to know about her magic and they urged her to travel along with them to the cricket world cup. She whenever had a breakfast with the team they won and when she hadn't they lost. The one she kisses becomes the man of the match. She then start liking Nikhil Khoda a strong, cocky and handsome character who als...