Sovan Kapuria
Sovan Kapuria
👨💻 Professional Background:
- 14 years as a Software Coder.
- Currently serving as a Technical Architect at programmers.io.
- Personal interest: A passionate Movie Buff.
📖 Published Works:
- Sovan Kapuria is a prolific author with 5 published books to his name, showcasing his versatility in the genres of science fiction, horror, and thriller.
📝 Notable Works & Reviews:
- "হ্যারিসন রোডের শেষ বাড়িটা" (The Last House on Harrison Road):
- A Lovecraftian novella that skillfully blends cosmic horror with deep character studies. The focus on characters' weaknesses and fears sets this apart from mere shock value.
- "আউটপোস্ট কেবি ১১" (Outpost KB 11):
- Widely praised as a gripping science fiction thriller set in a dystopian future. The narrative intricately weaves a tale of conspiracy and survival, keeping readers on the edge of their seats. Criticized for frequent use of the word "with" which could have been replaced with "along."
- "অন্ধকার চাঁদ" (Dark Moon), "নেমেসিস" (Nemesis), and "মহুয়াডহরির মায়া" (The Enchantment of Mahuyadahari):
- Fans eagerly await the publication of these stories, hoping to experience more of Sovan's masterful storytelling.
📚 Style and Reception:
- Sovan Kapuria is celebrated for his ability to weave suspenseful and thought-provoking narratives.
- His use of English words within Bengali texts has been noted, with some readers preferring a purer use of Bengali.
- His vivid descriptions often draw comparisons to Hollywood B-movies, especially in the portrayal of monstrous creatures, which some feel could benefit from more subtle suspense-building.
