madhur_jain's review
adventurous
emotional
inspiring
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
chhavianand's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
jishjitsu's review
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
anudeep_2902's review
adventurous
informative
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
booknerdy2020's review
5.0
When there are sequels to a book i tend to read the next part one after the other.
All i can say is that @authoramish has not dissapointed me at all with Sita and Ravaan. It's quite the opposite. Am amazed at how effortlessly the overlay takes place in both the parts.
Detailed and imaginative.
I absolutely loved a different take on events. Cannot wait to read the next two parts.
5/5
All i can say is that @authoramish has not dissapointed me at all with Sita and Ravaan. It's quite the opposite. Am amazed at how effortlessly the overlay takes place in both the parts.
Detailed and imaginative.
I absolutely loved a different take on events. Cannot wait to read the next two parts.
5/5
aanshim's review
adventurous
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
rashmig's review
4.0
2nd book in Ramchandra series, it portrays Sita's initial years and then retells the story from her perspective that we already read in Book 1 Ram. Additionally it also fills the gap where Ram wasn't in the narration.
I am a huge fan of Amish in fantasy-fiction among Indian authors. If you read his books esp Ramchndra series, it is woven with ancient and modern Indian threads. At one instance there is a mention of Rape case similar to Nirbhaya's (also in book 1 Ram). At another instance Sita pulls in vyomkesh jibe in one of her many interactions. However sometimes it could pull you out from the story and that's why I had 1 star cut off.
Another point in Amish's writing is that the characters can go on philosophical discussions, which can feel overwhelming to some. However i take it as Amish's style of writing. Also i learned from another Amish's book Immortal India, that writer and his family members indulge in such deep conversations every now and then. Hence it could be inspired by those events in his life.
The end of the novel leaves you at yet another cliffhanger (as with Amish's older novels). Can't wait to try my hands on Ravan.
Recommend to try it out and see for yourself.
I am a huge fan of Amish in fantasy-fiction among Indian authors. If you read his books esp Ramchndra series, it is woven with ancient and modern Indian threads. At one instance there is a mention of Rape case similar to Nirbhaya's (also in book 1 Ram). At another instance Sita pulls in vyomkesh jibe in one of her many interactions. However sometimes it could pull you out from the story and that's why I had 1 star cut off.
Another point in Amish's writing is that the characters can go on philosophical discussions, which can feel overwhelming to some. However i take it as Amish's style of writing. Also i learned from another Amish's book Immortal India, that writer and his family members indulge in such deep conversations every now and then. Hence it could be inspired by those events in his life.
The end of the novel leaves you at yet another cliffhanger (as with Amish's older novels). Can't wait to try my hands on Ravan.
Recommend to try it out and see for yourself.
bibliophile07's review
adventurous
dark
informative
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
dvaruas's review
4.0
Amish is indeed a brilliant storyteller. His brilliance is further demonstrated by the multi-linear narrative structure which he has taken to re-create the story of Ramayana! Read it almost in a go and enjoyed it quite. Can't wait to read Ravana (the 3rd instalment of the series). Kinda more curious to hear his perspective of the story.
bshankar's review
4.0
Another wonderful book by Amish. His writings entirely transports us to another world. The way he has glorified the Protagonist is wonderful. Hats off to him. What I personally feel and like about Amish book is the way he brings out the meaning to all names and words deriving from sanskrit. Another nice book. Eagerly awaiting the sequels..