Name of the Book: Just Me, the Sink & The Pot
Author: Sudesna Ghosh
Star Rating: 4 stars
Every fat child's woe which in the later year turns into a psychological problem. People in their 'positive modes' forget that not everything is a joke. I have heard so many stories of fat kids, fat woman, and fat men. I personally feel it's the fat women who are worst hit.
A shame and an abomination that slowly weakens the will power of a woman. Either they fight back or they hide in their weeping holes where no one can see them. And the worst part is - no one cares. For fatness is not a disease according to many, but a lazy living, an indulgent lifestyle.
Ms. Ghosh's Pamela is one such character whose life is dominated by her fear of being fat. Where self-acceptance is more important than waiting for other's approval. I love the way her guilt, her fear of eating has been portrayed.
What other's will think if one eats? Superbly done.
The continuous bullying, the continuous fear culminated into Pamela fainting one day. My heart went out for the little girl who was afraid to eat, afraid to buy clothes, lest they don't fit. I hate those do gooders who are always ready to advise on how to lose weight. Seriously. Every person's life is different - physically, psychologically. But standing on a pedestrian after losing a few kilos is really not the way to advice fat people. That leads to more depression.
I almost felt sad when the book ended abruptly.
Ms. Ghosh has understood the psyche of a fat kid and the way she has used humor with making the story reach the heart of the readers is very commendable. I am looking forward to reading more books from her.
The only issue I have with this book - is the book cover.
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