I thought I knew the epic until…
I too had the same thoughts when I saw the title. I must also openly admit that I knew the epic in full but only when I started reading this book, I started feeling the truth. Please note that like most of the readers, even I have read only the generic version and not the real version – written by Ved Vyas.
I would highly recommend this book because this is an epic which is loved by all the Indians and this version wouldn’t cannot impress you. There were lot of books which is available out there that talk about Mahabharata. Since this is one of the two major epics of India, most of us would know the story as a whole. Credits should be given to various authors who has relentlessly written or translated this epic in various languages. Though the main book is written by Ved Vyas, all the books that followed were based on this actual epic. We have also seen the epic on television as tele-serial or as a movie in the big screen. I too had the same thoughts when I saw the title. I must also openly admit that I knew the epic in full but only when I started reading this book, I started feeling the truth. Please note that like most of the readers, even I have read only the generic version and not the real version – written by Ved Vyas. The book is a real lengthy one and the cover page itself would have given you the idea of what this book is all about, if you knew the epic in full. I got it right at the very first instance. Vivek Dutta has taken a different approach to the story. As you know, the story cannot be changed but the approach can. This unique way of presenting the known story by incorporating all the minute details is what that makes this book, a real special one. What did I like the most about the book? Known story but a different/unique approach Detailed inclusion of characters The story is more like a play – conversational Evokes interest since I wrote the story in such a way Great attempt which has captured the emotions as it is I would highly recommend this book because this is an epic which is loved by all the Indians and this version wouldn’t cannot impress you. Read more “I thought I knew the epic until…”
It’s a wonderful read for all those who love reading mythology
It was unstoppable. The author tried his best to make it feel lighter for the readers. . Filled with drama and dialogues, the author did a commendable job. The drama, the dialogues, The simple and lucid writing style of the author is commendable. The accursed god by Vivek Dutta is the story of the battle of Kurukshetra that has been told and retold for ages. This book gives the reader a different perspective. Who is the Accursed god? With each chapter, you’ll join the pieces of the missing puzzle. . The saga of Mahabharata which goes far. Well, take your own time to read this book because it’s full of surprises. There are times when you’ll be amazed. . The crisp and intriguing narration is up to the point. It’s a bit heavy read but the simple and easy language makes it a bit easier for the reader. . Well, the way the book started I felt like I won’t like, but then as the story picked up, It was unstoppable. The author tried his best to make it feel lighter for the readers. . Filled with drama and dialogues, the author did a commendable job. The drama, the dialogues, The simple and lucid writing style of the author is commendable. The author successfully captures the reader’s attention keeping them hooked throughout. Rediscover the lost epic whose origin lies in the birth of the Kurukshetra that had tasted its first blood over a hundred years before the final Mahabharat war. It’s a wonderful read for all those who love reading mythology Read more “It’s a wonderful read for all those who love reading mythology”
A well-written saga of heroic deeds of a man which keeps you hooked all the time.
The best thing about the book was how the storyline moved throughout. I loved the way the characters have been portrayed. The sketches used in the beginning of some of the chapters go well with the content. The cover page also accentuates the story. The book in itself is class apart because of the knowledge that the author has about the subject at hand. Do you think Mahabharata was only about Pandavas and Kauravas’ ambitions? INSIGHT: I had heard about the epic war of Mahabharata and the tussle between the Pandavas and Kauravas for the Throne, however it was only after reading this book that I got to know how it all started and what all happened in the past hundreds of years which lead to the final war. The Accursed God is the realization that there is much more to this story than we already know. REVIEW: The Accursed God- The Lost Epic book 1, is about a warrior who stood tall against everything or everyone harming Aryavart. His journey from a warrior to a legendary God is depicted beautifully. The book’s subject matter commensurate with the name. The writing style of the author is unique and the language is lucid. The highlights of the book were the conversations between Shree Krishna and Grand Bhishma which were very beautifully written. It ended on such a note that I am really looking forward to read the second part of the book. STRENGTH: The best thing about the book was how the storyline moved throughout. I loved the way the characters have been portrayed. The sketches used in the beginning of some of the chapters go well with the content. The cover page also accentuates the story. The book in itself is class apart because of the knowledge that the author has about the subject at hand. TARGET READERS: I would definitely recommend this book to everyone who has an interest in Hindu mythology. AGE GROUP: Any person above the age of 15. RATING: 4.3/5 Read more “A well-written saga of heroic deeds of a man which keeps you hooked all the time.”
