Exploring the age-old questions of truth, good, evil, correctness, and incorrectness, many books have treaded on these themes. However, this exceptional novel takes a unique approach, posing a different question—Who is man, who is woman, who is mother, and who is father? Does it matter at all?
Based on the Mahabharata, this story is not a singular narrative but a collection of interconnected stories, much like the epic itself.
I commend the author for his imaginative choice of a distinctive story from the great epic. While many have read the Mahabharata, few would have envisioned narrating such a complex tale in an engaging manner.
The intriguing title sparked my curiosity, and as I progressed through each chapter, the author’s narrative style intensified my fascination.
Unfortunately, the last section takes a philosophical turn and becomes somewhat tedious, leaving room for improvement in the writing.
It’s worth noting that the author employs explicit language and references throughout the book. Regardless of the subject matter, it seems unnecessary, and a shift away from this trend among Indian English authors would be welcome.