How does a village student, living with uncertainty about his next meal or home, who failed his boards, go on to a career in the civil services? With integrity, inventiveness, and a never-say-die spirit.
In IPS officer Manoj Kumar Sharma's case, there was also the promise of love.
Twelfth Fail is his extraordinary story, the gripping narrative of a man who put his heart and soul into making the impossible possible.
'This book will inspire millions of youths to fulfil their dreams.' Sachin Tendulkar, legendary cricketer
'Characters in this novel sometimes remind me of characters in the film 3 Idiots.' Rajkumar Hirani, Bollywood filmmaker
'An inspirational story.' Rajat Sharma, editor-in-chief and chairman, India TV
'Even if the most depressed person goes through this novel, she will feel reinvigorated.' Anand Kumar, mathematician and founder, Super 30
