BOOK DETAILS :
- Publisher : Inkfeathers Publishing, 8448753699, publish@inkfeathers.com; First Edition (7 July 2024); Inkfeathers Publishing, 8448753699, publish@inkfeathers.com
- Language : English
- Paperback : 108 pages
- ISBN-10 : 8119483669
- ISBN-13 : 978-8119483662
- Reading age : 16 years and up
ABOUT THE AUTHOR :
Aboli Mane, a dynamic author hailing from Goa and shaped by Mumbai, immerses readers captivating realms of fantasy, mythology, and the paranormal. Her evocative storytelling showcased in acclaimed works like 'An Aster's Solitude' and the award-winning 'The Shiroyama Ritual, transports audiences to spellbinding dimensions. With a knack for crafting vivid characters and imaginative narratives, Aboli's writing enchants readers, leaving them eager for more. You can explore her literary world at 'A Writer in the Room.
BOOK REVIEW :
Okay! So today I will talk about a mythological character which is not so popular and rare in terms of writing. However, I have already put an initial impression about this book which is available on my REEL feed.
Many of us know or don't know who " Jyestha Devi" is.
Alakshmi or Jyestha is a little-known character in Hindu mythology. The story of Alakshmi appears in the Uttara Khanda of the Padma Purana where she is born before Lakshmi from the churning of the ocean. Alakshmi or Jyestha is also mentioned in the Linga Purana, the Vishnu Purana, and the Skanda Purana where she is driven away during the night of Deepavali before the worship of Lakshmi. Alakshmi is also mentioned briefly in Atharva-Veda where a hundred types of Lakshmi's follow a person after their birth, divided into the auspicious and inauspicious kind.
I liked the way the author named all ten chapters. It's a comprehensive read, perhaps in a single sitting. However, this is a powerful read. The character development is remarkable and not only in mythology tales, there are many things and arguments which are related to our daily life as well i.e Why is Jyestha is goddess of adversity? And how do we overcome our personal adversities and find our identity?
The writing style is beautiful, small paragraphs with appropriate use of vocabulary make me glide through the pages. One of the interesting aspects of this story is that the story is not diverted; after reading this title you will get the feelings of completeness which is usually rare in a short read.
Lastly, the cover is beautifully designed. It has a different appeal to any reader and so am I. Not only the fans of the genre, but anyone who wants to read modern literature with a mythological mix can grab a copy of this title.
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Total Pages: 96
Overall Ratings: 4.3/5 ⭐
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