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Number of Pages
88
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Language
English
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This mythological fiction invites curious readers into ancient legends, focusing on a celestial nymph renowned for beauty, intellect, and artistry, who longs for a family she cannot have. Against a backdrop of divine schemes, royal ambitions, and mortal longing, the story probes desire, duty, and the costs of pursuing dreams in a male-dominated world. It will appeal to fans of myth retellings and character-driven journeys, with a tone that is reflective, lyrical, and quietly adventurous.
The tale unfolds through a story-led, myth-inspired narrative that blends heavenly realms with human society. The prose is lyrical but accessible, painting vivid scenes of celestial courts, ascetic sanctuaries, and the everyday struggles of women living within tradition. Readers follow a journey shaped by choice and consequence, moving through intimate moments and epic moments that feel earned rather than sensational.
A celestial heroine and a determined sage confront competing desires—love, ambition, and the pull of destiny—in a mythic landscape that fuses divine politics with human longing. The narrative foregrounds questions of identity, autonomy, and responsibility, inviting readers to consider how dreams are pursued within a world of power and expectation. The story offers a thoughtful lens on gender dynamics and resilience, without losing sight of warmth, humanity, and hope.
After finishing, readers gain a nuanced understanding of ancient legends, a deeper empathy for women navigating tradition, and a renewed curiosity about mythic storytelling. The book lingers with a sense of resilience, possibility, and a broader perspective on destiny and self-determination.
Product Details
Author
Kavita Kane
Publisher
Rupa Publications
Number of Pages
88
Language
English
SKU
BK0429140
ISBN
9781974706495
Reading Age
All
Dimensions
12.95x1.93x19.69CM
Binding
Paperback
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Kavita Kan Is The Bestselling Author Of Eight Novels. Today, She Is Considered A Revolutionary Force In Indian Writing Mainly Because She Has Brought In Feminism Where It Is Most Neededmythology. All Of Her Novels Karnas Wife (2013), Sitas Sister (2014), Menakas Choice (2015), Lankas Princess (2016), The Fisher Queens Dynasty (2017), Ahalyas Awakening (2019), Sarasvatis Gift (2021) And Taras Truce (2023)Are Based On Lesser-Known Women In Indian Mythology. For One Who Confesses That The Only Skill She Knows Is Writing, Her Word Journey, Not Unexpectedly, Began As A Journalist, With Twin Postgraduate Degrees In English Literature And Mass Communication And Journalism From The University Of Pune. With A Career Of Over Two Decades In Magna Publishing And Dna , She Eventually Quit Her Job As Assistant Editor Of The Times Of India To Devote Herself To Being A Full-Time Author. Passionate About Theatre, Cinema And The Arts, She Is Also A Columnist, A Screenplay Writer And A Motivational Speaker, Who Has Given Several Talks All Across The Countrys Educational And Research Institutes, Corporate And Management Fora And Literary Festivals. Born In Mumbai, With A Childhood Spent Largely In Patna And Delhi, She Now Lives In Pune, With Prakash, Her Mariner Husband; Two Daughters, Kimaya And Amiya; Two Dogs, Chic And Beau; And Cotton, The Uncurious Cat.