The Forbidden LoveA Novel by Sanjay Mandavi In the silent, tradition-bound village of Chandpur, two hearts meet in secret-Meera, a spirited young woman, and Aarav, a gentle soul who dares to dream of a different future. But in a place where honor is everything and love outside the family's choice is seen as betrayal, their bond is destined to end in tragedy. When Meera's family discovers their relationship, violence erupts. Aarav is beaten. Meera is humiliated. And in a moment of pain and hopelessness, she vanishes into the village's cursed well-her body never recovered.But her story doesn't end there. As mysterious deaths and ghostly visions shake Chandpur, whispers spread of Meera's spirit returning to seek justice. One by one, those responsible begin to suffer. And when Aarav returns to the village, he is drawn into the darkness-where love still lingers, and a spirit waits beneath the surface. Is it vengeance? Is it love?Or is it a warning? The Forbidden Love is a chilling tale of heartbreak, haunting, and the terrible cost of silencing love.It reminds us: Some loves never die. Some stories refuse to be buried. Why Read This Book? Because The Forbidden Love is not just a ghost story-It's a mirror held up to society. This book speaks to everyone who has ever fallen in love against the rules.It gives voice to the silenced, to the broken-hearted, and to those who were punished just for following their heart.You should read this book if: You believe love should be a choice, not a crime.You're drawn to stories where pain transforms into power.You enjoy emotional storytelling with a haunting twist.You want to feel goosebumps and heartbreak on the same page.You believe some love stories deserve justice-even after death.Through the tale of Meera and Aarav, The Forbidden Love explores themes of family control, honor violence, rebellion, and spiritual revenge-all wrapped in a gripping story that will keep you turning pages.It's not just a horror-love story. It's a warning, a whisper, and a wound-told with honesty and heart. Collaboration Note This novel would not have been possible without the support, insights, and inspiration of many people.Though the story of The Forbidden Love is fictional, it draws emotional power from the reality of countless real-life incidents-where love has been silenced, punished, or lost. In creating this narrative, I was fortunate to receive help in the form of research assistance, emotional discussions, and creative feedback. Special thanks to: Those who shared real stories of honor-based violence and lost love-your voices shaped the soul of this novel.Friends and readers who helped review the chapters, guiding the tone and structure.Local folklore enthusiasts whose knowledge of rural traditions and ghost beliefs helped enrich the atmosphere of Chandpur.Artists, designers, and beta readers who believed in this haunting love story and made it come alive.This story is a collaborative cry-for freedom, justice, and remembrance.To everyone who stood by me in the making of this book: Thank you for helping turn pain into power, and silence into a story.- Sanjay Mandavi