Joy and Ollie. Two souls from different worlds who don’t speak each other’s language. The Universe brings them together to embark on an unusual, unforgettable journey. Sometimes together, sometimes apart.
From living in London with a high-powered job and a lovely family, to losing everything and becoming a handyman in a small Maasai village in Africa, Joy wades through happiness, grief, loss and despair; while Ollie swims in the slow lane of life.
When truth, as they perceive it, begins to collapse around them, it exposes their brokenness, shatters their beliefs and reveals their worst fears. It leaves them completely devastated.
As they unlearn falsehoods, they discover the truths of life. Helped by the wind, the sea and an indigenous tribal elder, Joy experiences the power of the universal energy that heals all. Ollie finds a friend and the real meaning of existence.
When we open our hearts to love and trust, we begin to understand who we really are, our life purpose and our inter-connectedness with everything in the environment.
Review
‘A story that helps us realize that when we surrender to the universal energy, and trust in miracles, we will be healed because we all deserve to be happy. A story that transports us to several places, but more importantly helps us to travel within ourselves, and emerge dancing, towards light.’ —Dr Hansaji Yogendra, Yoga Guru, and the Director of The Yoga Institute
‘Samantha Kochharr, already known for her distinguished business career, has now turned her talents to fiction. Arribada, a work of what she calls spiritual fiction, tackles questions of meaning, belonging, and inner peace, while telling a moving and entertaining story. An intriguing and unusual read.’ —Dr Shashi Tharoor, Member of the Parliament, Lok Sabha
‘As a mother, and a book lover, I am so happy that Arribada is in your hands. The book was conceived during my walks in the park with Samantha. It began with the doctor advising me to walk regularly and me loathing the idea. Samantha coaxed me to go for walks and to make it interesting, she began telling me a story about a man named Joy and his friend, Ollie. Every day, I would be so engrossed in the different episodes of the story that I would complete 3-4 rounds of the park, which I could never do otherwise. I even did some extra rounds because I wanted to hear more of the story. My daughter has a wonderful way of expressing herself, and I’m immensely delighted that Joy and Ollie’s story will live forever through this book.
Samantha is deeply spiritual and her spiritual growth in the past few years has been much more pronounced and has changed her completely. One of the best practitioners of healing, Samantha’s grief healing methods are exceptional. Even though her healing work for people often draws out every ounce of her energy, she doesn’t stop.
This book is about life, all its emotions and how to live it joyfully.’ —Dr Blossom Kochhar, Chairperson of Blossom Kochhar Group of Companies
‘A powerful storytelling in the form of a fable that is simultaneously thought-provoking and entertaining, reflective of Samantha’s search for truth and life purpose.
Here is a fascinating new Indian voice that is remarkably reminiscent of Richard Bach’s Jonathan Livingston Seagull.’ —Vinita Dawra Nangia, Executive Editor, The Times of India
‘Love unlocks the abundance within us. When we love another, we learn to love ourselves too. Samantha’s touching and poignant story reminds us of the amazing power of love and compassion, a power that can surmount any obstacle.’ —Dr Alka Pande, art historian and author
‘This book is Samantha’s gift of love, awakening and healing. Wrap it around yourself like your favourite shawl, soak in its warmth and feel whole once again. I urge you to read this. Today.’ —Rajshri Deshpande, actor, social worker and filmmaker
‘A heart-warming tale, told in simple language, of a sad and bitter man who reconnects with his childhood friend. Together they embark on an inner and outer journey across the ocean of life. A charming example of Joseph Campbell’s The Hero’s Journey, leading to wisdom and a fulfilling destiny as Joy traverses a dreamscape of England, Goa and Africa.’ —Sharon Lowen, classical Indian dancer, author, founder of Manasa-Art Without Frontiers
About the Author
Samantha Kochharr is the Managing Director of a leading cosmetic company in India. She is also the Chief Expert for hairdressing for IndiaSkills, and the Deputy Chief Expert-Hairdressing for World Skills International. She has been mentoring young talent for many years now. She started her journey in the hair and beauty industry at the age of 11 and has worked in the movie and fashion industry internationally and nationally for many years. She is also an avid painter and potter. Born into a business family, she is the daughter of the legendary aromatherapist—Dr Blossom Kochhar.
She has been a practising shaman since 2013 and has extensively studied energy healing. Over the years, she has worked with people from all walks of life as a grief whisperer. Arribada: The Arrival is her first book and it is an extension of her spiritual journey.
Samantha lives in Delhi and loves to cook and bake for her family and friends. Following her passion, she runs a popular delicatessen in Delhi, The Tea Room, where the menu is based on her old family recipes.
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