“2040: The Battle for Life” by Sanjay Mittal is a thrilling and thought-provoking book that takes readers on a journey to a not-so-distant future where the world is facing an international emergency. The story is set in the year 2040 when terrorists have planted nukes and bio-terror viruses in over 30 cities worldwide. Rohit Singh, a news anchor at MwM channel, and his co-anchor Priyanka Grover are part of India's psy-ops to report on this nail-biting story. The book operates at two levels and explores the lives of individuals as well as the earth community on the whole

“2040” is a perfect blend of romance, suspense, humor, and science fiction, making it a page-turner that readers won't be able to put down. The story is not just a thrilling adventure, but it also has a deeper meaning. Sanjay Mittal gives readers a glimpse into future technologies and warns us about the dangers that the world could face. The combination of these ideas makes Mittal’s novel an interesting, intriguing, and enchanting book for the readers.

The character development in the book is impressive, especially the protagonist Rohit Singh, who is a news anchor and an active participant in India's psy-ops. The character's journey is one that readers can easily relate to, and it's fascinating to see how Rohit evolves throughout the story. At the same time, his inner monologue, which at times comes to the surface, is what makes the readers ponder over the existence of the future in the form that Mittal predicts through Rohit’s life.

One of the most significant aspects of the book is how it tackles the question of the ultimate purpose of all human endeavors. Lord Meghnad writes in the Foreword, "What possible reason can justify the destruction of all life?" This is a thought-provoking question that stays with readers long after they have finished reading the book. It resonates in their minds every time a troubled situation surfaces in the book.

“2040: The Battle for Life” is a well-written and thrilling book that will appeal to readers who love science fiction, romance, and suspense. Sanjay Mittal has created a world that is both frightening and fascinating, and readers will be compelled to keep turning the pages until they reach a satisfying conclusion. The book is a warning of what the future could hold, but it also shows that even in the darkest of times, there is still hope for a better tomorrow.

In conclusion, "2040: The Battle for Life" is a must-read for anyone who loves action-packed thrillers, thought-provoking stories, and a glimpse into the future. Mittal has done an excellent job of creating a world that is both terrifying and exciting, and his characters are some of the most well-developed you will find in any book. The novel is not just a warning of the dangers facing the world but also a celebration of the power of love and human connection. I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a good story.