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Number of Pages
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Language
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River Prince, the third installment in Ponniyin Selvan, invites you into the high drama of the Chola court, where Arulmozhi Varman—Ponniyin Selvan—faces battlefield peril, family secrets, and palace conspiracies. This historical fiction weaves grand adventure with intimate moments, perfect for readers who crave epic sagas, cultural depth, and vivid historical detail. It’s a compelling choice for adults and adventurous young adults who love a richly told, suspenseful journey through a legendary era—bright with courage, cunning, and romance.
River Prince is presented as a faithful, unabridged English translation by Nandini Krishnan, preserving Kalki Tamil’s distinctive voice—a lively blend of slang, erudition, and luminous imagery. The narrative interlaces Arulmozhi’s ascent with the dangerous mission he undertakes alongside Vandiyadevan, and with the deft power plays of rival women—Pazhuvoor Rani, Nandini, and Kundavai. The book’s structure, born from its Kalki Magazine serialization, unfolds in brisk, cinematic chapters that balance broad sweeps of history with intimate, character-driven moments, delivering both page-turning momentum and rich atmosphere.
Readers finish River Prince with a deeper understanding of loyalty, ambition, and the costs of leadership, along with the timeless pull of legend and history. The experience leaves you feeling inspired, thoughtful, and eager to explore more of Ponniyin Selvan’s world, where every page turns toward a new revelation and a fresh sense of wonder.
Product Details
Author
Kalki
Publisher
Westland
Number of Pages
328
Language
English
SKU
9789360454357
ISBN
9789360454357
Reading Age
Adult
Binding
Paperback
MRP: ₹ 399
₹ 339
15% Off
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