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Mr and Mrs Pinto is a delightful book that speaks of lost love. Marriages usually get monotonous when you spend decades together. Couples fall into a familiar lull and most often forget why they fell in love in the first place. In this short story, Sebastian Pinto, a man in his seventies ponders over his marriage and how he can no longer find the spark that was snuffed many years ago. He recalls the day he fell in love with his wife, her exuberant laughter and the bond that they shared during the earliest years of their marriage. But now, on their fiftieth wedding anniversary, Sebastian feels disappointed about how his relationship has turned out to be. And then something happens.

When he visits the Church, he spots a young bride who's the spitting image of Jaya and he's instantly filled with memories. All his ideas of reincarnation makes him want to stop the wedding and claim the bride as his Jaya. What follows next is his attempts at stalling the wedding. The book is barely 25 pages long but it's truly a heartwarming read, convincing one to never stop believing in love. Marriage, like everything else can be kept alive if it is done right and Sebastian finds his long lost love in Jaya once again by the end of the story. Reading Mr and Mrs Pinto felt like receiving a warm hug on a chilly day, like one's soft blanket with its familiar scent that's comforting. There are lovely illustrations to assist the story, giving life to Sebastian's face. If you're looking for a short yet charming read, this one's for you. I will surely be on the lookout for more such treats by the author :)

Rating : 4.1/5.