Depression is an abyss. An abyss with sharp, scintillating canines that can swallow you whole.

She knows about it because she had been devoured by it once. She has come a long way, and at most of the nights she feels proud of herself, but some nights the memory of it is strong enough to pierce her skin and shatter her once again. She was nine when her parents went separate ways.

She thought she could survive that, but what she didn't expect was that a dark, hollow abyss was waiting to engulf her just up the road.

Quotes from Blues

“For one, I loathe myself for always being unprepared, acting like the situation has arisen for the first time when it’s just for the umpteenth time.”

— Masooma Memon Motivation

“At times, we smoothly belittle other people’s experiences as if whatever they have suffered and whatever they have been through is nothing but trash.”

— Masooma Memon Wisdom Society

“My mother's words work as a balm to my weary soul, but at times I’m even fed up of what she has to say to me.”

— Masooma Memon Faith & Spirituality

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Reviews (21)

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★★★★★ By Syra Aijaz 19 April, 2018

Very well written. We need more books from this author.

★★★★★ By Nimrah Khan 02 February, 2018

★★★★★ By Sarah DiMento 04 February, 2017

Masooma has written a very beautiful and emotional story about a young woman's struggle through depression. The story alternates between diary entries where the narrator encounters her painful emotions and the circumstances surrounding her depression and the present day where the narrator reflects on how far she has come.

I loved so many things about this story but on a personal note, I have struggled with depression through my entire adult life and I could just relate to so much of it. Every once in awhile I would read a sentence that would bring tears to my eyes because I would think yes that is exactly what it's like. This story really captures those feelings of remembering how painful it is and the compassion you learn to have for yourself.

A very beautiful and touching story. I hope to read more from Masooma!

★★★★★ By Pang Book Paradise 04 February, 2017

I love the writing style. How the metaphors made me feel 'in' with the character so easily. I can imagine it. You did fabulous job!! and I hope you write more stories.. I'm really looking forward to reading them.

★★★★★ By Tehreem Saif 01 February, 2017

It's been a long time since I read a short piece of writing with such eloquence and coherence. The form of writing that the author used has been a clever choice for tackling a storm of an issue which has always been swept under the rug by society. Well done!

★★★★★ By Jasmine 28 January, 2017

A lovely, well-written story. The words touched my heart deeply and I could almost feel the raw emotion from the story.

★★★★★ By Mehak Zehra 16 January, 2017

I would like to congratulate Masooma for getting her book published. Blues is a story of mixed emotions, picked and arranged so artistically that it takes a reader to a journey, stopping them to many doom and gloom spots but telling them not stay there forever for that is not a destination. Dark nights eventually turn into a bright sunny day is what writer wants to tell to her readers, but also, she wanted her readers to feel pangs and pessimism that many of us feels in life and fight them with faith and good will and conquer all fears for life is what you make it. I personally loved the part where she writes about a butterfly and cocoon, so deep and so touching! looking forward to read more of her works! All the best to Masooma and Daastaan

★★★★★ By Zoha Khan 13 January, 2017

WOW! I am truly, madly, irrevocably in love with the writer's eloquent writing! How she portrays the inner voice of a girl remarkably astute and equally brilliant. Her intuitive writing and elite plot made the story memorable. I loved how beautifully the writer sketched each sentence. This story will hit your heart and turn it into a puddle of emotions. You will feel the pain of the protagonist and sorrow right in your chest. And I love how the writer explores the much neglected predicament of our society.

★★★★★ By Emer A Little Haze 13 January, 2017

A quietly constructed piece of literature that is so searing in its honesty and the integrity of its words that it can only deeply affect the reader and leave them longing to read more. I have read it a number of times by now and with each read there is always something new to touch my heart.

Brave, bold and beautiful.

★★★★★ By Devil Pisho 13 January, 2017

I'm so proud of you for writing about such a sensitive topic. I absolutely love it. Keep up the amazing work.

★★★★★ By Umair Ahmed Bughio 12 January, 2017

A very nice piece of writing. Keep up the good work masooma. Really loved reading it.

★★★★★ By Muse Ic 12 January, 2017

This was such a beautifully written and touching story!

★★★★★ By Sara Saif 12 January, 2017

It's written in a beautiful, poetic style and it highlights two of the most significant issues in Pakistani society; parental neglect/abuse and the ignorance regarding mental health problems. It gives a wonderful message of self-empowerment.

★★★★★ By Rooba Syed 11 January, 2017

Wow! The words she used, the way she expressed everything was so perfect and mesmerizing!

★★★★★ By Aqeel Raza 11 January, 2017

It's my first time that I read a story in which every emotion was expressed with sorrow and pity ....the way she describes her feeling really made me feel sorry for her.
The writing was awesome and words compilation was great.

★★★★★ By Saadiya Abro 11 January, 2017

Felt every single word. Its so deep and full of emotions. There wasn't even a single point where I was distracted, I was just lost in the flow of this beautiful story. Loved the way the writer has beautifully highlighted the issue of mental illness and depression and solutions to cope with it. Way to go!!!

★★★★★ By Zainab Fatima 11 January, 2017

The writing is beyond awesome. Great characterization and plot. Just amazing!

★★★★★ By Fariha Murtaza 11 January, 2017

A wonder ride across two worlds, within and around. Story of a Conquest !

★★★★★ By Saamia Jatoi 10 January, 2017

Felt it. Loved it!

★★★★★ By Alafiya Memon 10 January, 2017

Definitely the best writer ever!

★★★★★ By Aksa SH 10 January, 2017

It's the best book I've read so far, it has everything that a reader wants. Its way too impressive and excellent. The book is absolutely interesting with a deep and the best story in it. I loved it!