Description
- ISBN-13: 9780143450443
- Publisher: Penguin
- Binding: Paperback
- Language: English
- Width: 12.1 mm
- ISBN-10: 0143450441
- Publisher Date: 01 Jan 2020
- Height: 19.1 mm
- No of Pages: 540
Original price was: ₹550.00.₹467.50Current price is: ₹467.50.
Discover the legend of Pradeep Mathew, a mysterious spin bowler, in “Chinaman.” Retired sportswriter W.G. Karunasena embarks on a final quest to uncover the truth behind this unsung cricketing genius. Unearthing secrets, scandals, and startling truths about Sri Lanka, cricket, and himself. A captivating tale of ambition, obsession, and the enduring power of sport. ISBN: 9780143450443
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Poorva Agarwal –
It was okay, but wasn’t something I was hoping for. I really wanted to love it but could get invested. characters are okay.
Ripunjay Tanwar –
A solid book. It tells Pradeep story really well. It is nice exploration of Sri Lankan cricket.
Priya Bharti –
A decent read. The mystery surrounding Pradeep Mathew kept me hooked, but the side stories occasionally dragged. Some found truth.
Nishanta Saikia –
Brilliant! A wonderful blend of cricket, mystery, and Sri Lankan culture. Karunasena is a memorable character. A must-read for cricket fans!
Vilvanathan T –
Enjoyable read, but it felt a bit long. Mathew is an interesting character, and the story has some nice twists and turns.
Sneha Yadav –
A unique story! I enjoyed the cricket backdrop, but sometimes W.G.’s obsession felt a bit much. Still, a worthwhile read. Explores many secretes.
Suryansh Kanojia –
Enjoyed it! It has mystery, sri lankan culture and cricket. Plot is very captivating. Highly recommended
Yash Tyagi –
Absolutely loved this book! The characters are well-developed and the plot is captivating. A great blend of sports and mystery.
Bhavna Sharma –
Little slow, but story is nice. I personally couldn’t connect with the characters. Ending was fine.
Anirudh Yerra –
Amazing story about cricket, mystery, and Sri Lanka. Beautifully written. All cricket fan should read this book!
Kumavat Sagar Nana –
I wanted to love it, but I just liked it. The writing is strong, but I found it hard to connect with the characters. Good, but not great.
Vibha Ojha –
Fantastic book! The author weaves a compelling narrative. This book explores ambition, obsession, and secrets.
Aashish Agnihotri –
This book didn’t quite grab me. The writing is fine, but I struggled to get invested in the story or the characters. Pretty average.
Anurag Singh Praliya –
Entertaining and thought-provoking. The story is engaging, but some of the cricket details might be lost on non-fans. Good overall.
Gautam Choudhary –
A bit slow-paced for my liking, but the story of Pradeep Mathew is definitely intriguing. Not sure about the ending, though.
Anurag Srivastava –
Intriguing exploration of Sri Lankan cricket. Mathew’s story is captivating, though the writing style took some getting used to. Overall, recommended!