Book Analysis #1

By Dr Piyush Kumar
Novel– The Legend of Prashuraam
Author– Dr Vineet Aggrawal
Publisher – Penguin India

Content– Arjun, the ruler of Mahishmati has been blessed to make a global empire based on principles of dharma. But, Ravan, the asur ruler of Lanka has different plans of his own. Caught in the middle of this conflict, is Ram, son of Yamdagni and grandson of Brahmrishi Vishwamitra, a man who has been blessed to be an Avatar of Vishnu. What occurs in this upheaval will change the world forever!

Analysis–
The best of the author so far.
The story starts where Vishwamitra(author’s first novel) left off, and it goes on in a pace that is difficult to comprehend. As a tale of Nabhi varsh, and men who shaped it, this story has everything. From emotion to action, from love to hatred, from good to evil, this story has a perfect balance of everything and and with its twists, turns and action sequences, keeps the reader attached to every single character. Be it a powerful Arjun or a devious Ravan, a concerned Ruchik or a determined Ram, the heroes and anti heroes are beautifully portrayed.
The principles of dharma and different views regarding it are amazingly explained by the author. This is his second book and I will keep it above the first one. There is not a single missed step as far as the story goes. Having researched so deeply and written in such a smooth way, its a must read for those who love mythology or want to know about Hindu gods, Rishis and Maharishis and Kings and queens.
This is not a retelling, but the story of how a rishi’s young son became an avatar of lord Vishnu!
What I liked– Eveything about the book
What I disliked– Its size, the novel should have been bigger.