Book Review : 12 Years by Chetan Bhagat
- Anand Nagda
- Oct 23
- 1 min read

Saket and Payal; Similar Professional background with a age difference of 12 years between them meets in a comedy club of Mudit who Saket Friend is. Their connection strengthens from the comedy club where Saket performs Stand-up comedy. Eventually they grew closer and like common these days; there parent rejects their relationship due to case and age difference. Even after multiple attempts of understanding to her parents, they fail and Payal marries a rich family friend; The Parimals Weds the Jains.
Thought the story ends here? Nope Its just a little part of the story. What happens next is this setback gives birth to a successful Cyber Security Startup and this startup destines the meet between Saket and Payal again through Goldman Sachs and Blackwater Ventures announcing the merger of CloudX and Security Net; Saket’s successful startup.
The story Defies age gap as barrier between two lovers. The story is a perfect explanation of Society pressure on our mind and how we become its target due to our parents. But your firm commitment and patience towards your love which may take over months or years gives you fruitful result of what you truly dreamed and finally achieved.
The 12 Years by Chetan Bhagat is definitely a good read. I give 4.5 out of 5 starts.
Purchase your copy and discover the roller coaster love life of Saket and Payal.
Here is the link to purchase the book : 12 Years


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