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4 Winters as a Delivery Boy
An unforgettable story of love, loss, ambition, and resilience across continents and seasons.
From the farmlands of Mokama, a small village in Bihar, India, to the rain-slicked streets of London, this deeply emotional novel follows the incredible journey of Ryan Kumar, a brilliant village boy with dreams bigger than his world.
Born into poverty, Ryan is the eldest of four siblings. Despite the odds, he secures a scholarship to study Computer Science at a prestigious UK university. But scholarships don't pay for everything. To survive in one of the world's most expensive cities, Ryan works as a delivery boy—braving freezing winters, exhaustion, and hunger. Every pound he earns supports not just his tuition and rent, but his ailing father, devoted mother, and younger sisters—especially Saroja, who dreams of becoming a doctor.
When life becomes too heavy to bear, a chance delivery brings Rosa into his life—a kind-hearted Indian girl from a wealthy London family. What begins as a small act of kindness blooms into a powerful, life-affirming love. With Rosa's support, Ryan rises academically, professionally, and personally.
But just as success finally knocks, fate delivers a cruel blow: Ryan is diagnosed with late-stage leukemia. Quietly, he returns to India to prepare for his wedding with Rosa—carrying the weight of knowing he may never return.
Ryan dies in the land that raised him, not in defeat—but in triumph. He leaves behind a family he lifted, a community he inspired, and a legacy Rosa vows to continue. She remains in Mokama, founding a tech firm in Ryan's name and sponsoring education for underprivileged children, ensuring his dream lives on.
4 Winters as a Delivery Boy is more than a love story or a tale of ambition—it's a tribute to the millions of unsung students cycling through foreign streets, chasing dreams for the ones they love.
Perfect for readers who:
This is not just Ryan's story—it's a voice for all the silent strivers who rise quietly, love deeply, and live for others.