"At times as garish as a Bollywood flick and
reminiscent of fellow Australian Gregory David Roberts' Indian adventure
"Shantaram," this novel packs an honest, if slightly profane, punch."
Publishers Weekly (USA)
“I was
instantly intrigued by this glimpse into the sublime amongst the profane - into
a moment of wisdom and clarity contrasting against the glitzy images of
Bollywood and enlightenment.
In this book, Aaron Smith has captured the dilemma of a postmodern Peter Pan -
someone who has never opted for the conventional path now dealing with
impending middle age.
This novel deals with a number of strong themes including what it is to be a
tourist on a spiritual quest, what can really be drawn from a culture by an
outsider and what the meaning and significance of travel is.”
Penni Russon (Author)See author's website
"Shanti
Bloody Shanti has many scenes that are so funny - the reader may need to stop
and raid their foiled leftover stash from three New Year's ago, stick on a
Talvin Singh CD and rest those laugh muscles.
In short
this is a book that will be read, reread, loaned out and talked about. Shanti
Bloody Shanti is also nicely derivative - and that makes it pretty damned hot
as well."
The Victorian Writer's Centre (Australia)
“I like the idea of the travelogue feel of this piece. I think the
contemporary slant gave the work an interesting edge."
“Captures the sights, sounds and smells of India right
from the start with undeniable authenticity. Great piece of writing. Very
entertaining.”
UK Authors.com (UK) See Webpage
"Congratulations on a great tale. You have an attention grabbing writer's voice which holds the reader's attention. Your story is terrific and your approach I felt was compelling.
This story has a huge
potential for publication."
Jean Briggs Literary Advisor & Consultant (Australia) See Website
