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saji89's review against another edition
4.0
An interesting mix of mythology and fiction. Loved the way Shiva is being presented as a person, with all those feelings like everyone else.
The first book on the metamorphosis of a tribal leader, to becoming a Mahadev has been indeed interesting, and makes me want to read the next in the series. The love story of Siva and Sati is lovely.
The language is simple, the narrative is written in such a way that it can be visualised by us.
The first book on the metamorphosis of a tribal leader, to becoming a Mahadev has been indeed interesting, and makes me want to read the next in the series. The love story of Siva and Sati is lovely.
The language is simple, the narrative is written in such a way that it can be visualised by us.
sankalpgupta95's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
annie915's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
5.0
booksleuth's review against another edition
4.0
Mystical and Thrilling. Amish skillfully blends mythology with fiction.
deepat's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
mysterious
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
An all-time favourite. It humanises the God Shiva and rationalises his actions. Love the quick pace and the crisp writing, too. The book ends on such a cliffhanger, I cannot wait to get to the next book in the series. I read some reviews online that talked about how the author was disrespecting Lord Shiva. Personally, I consider this story a completely new tale, one that “borrows” heavily from Hindu mythology. Several snippets of Lord Shiva’s story from the Puranas are taken as the “base” for this entirely different re-telling, one that can resonate and identify with the current generation and lifestyle. And that is fine, by me. I shall be re-reading the remaining books in the series, too.
annietestin's review against another edition
adventurous
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0
saurabh's review against another edition
3.0
It's alright. Like I can understand the hype. It's easy to read, it's much more approachable.
hari2006's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
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
sindhun's review against another edition
3.0
To be honest it was a wonderful story but the writing made the book less enjoyable.
Even with such a poor writing the book was gripping because of the story.
The war scene could've been more glorious.
Nevertheless it is one of the books to read from an Indian author.....
Even with such a poor writing the book was gripping because of the story.
The war scene could've been more glorious.
Nevertheless it is one of the books to read from an Indian author.....
singhvishwas's review against another edition
4.0
A nice fictional story relating to the characters from hindu mythology