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The Thakore Royals #1
The Marriage Predicament
Princess Yashodhara Jadeja of Bhatewar isn’t at all keen to get married. With her tarnished past, she knows that her married life would never be easy. But, between her father’s Will and her mother’s persuasion, she’s left with no choice.
Prince Indrajeet Thakore of Udaipur agrees to meet Yashodhara as a prospective wife after his grandmother, Rajmata Santhini Devi, persuades him. While no cymbals crash at their first meeting, the couple grow to like and respect one another before they agree to tie the knot.
Both belong to royal families and both have responsibilities. Over and above all that, their marriage is plagued by a predicament, just as Yashodhara had expected. It looks like they can lead a happy married life only if the princess is willing to break a promise. Will she be able to do that? And will Prince Indrajeet continue to love her once he gets to know about her past?
Prince Indrajeet Thakore of Udaipur agrees to meet Yashodhara as a prospective wife after his grandmother, Rajmata Santhini Devi, persuades him. While no cymbals crash at their first meeting, the couple grow to like and respect one another before they agree to tie the knot.
Both belong to royal families and both have responsibilities. Over and above all that, their marriage is plagued by a predicament, just as Yashodhara had expected. It looks like they can lead a happy married life only if the princess is willing to break a promise. Will she be able to do that? And will Prince Indrajeet continue to love her once he gets to know about her past?
- GenresRomanceContemporary
162 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 9, 2018
78 people are currently reading
126 people want to read
About the author
Sundari Venkatraman
99 books231 followersSundari Venkatraman is an Indie Author who has 76 self-published books to her credit. These books have consistently featured in the Top 100 Bestseller Lists on Amazon India, Amazon USA, Amazon UK, Amazon Canada and Amazon Australia in both romance as well as Asian Drama categories. Her latest hot romances have all been on #1 Bestseller slot in Amazon India for over a month.
These days, the author is independently publishing her novels in paperback format under her banner Flaming Sun, printed and distributed by Notion Press.
Even as a child, Sundari absolutely loved the ‘lived happily ever after’ syndrome and she grew up on a steady diet of fairy tales, Phantom comics and Mandrake comics. It was always about good triumphing over evil and a happy ending after the protagonists surmounted all unexpected obstacles.
Once she entered her teens, Sundari switched her loyalties from fairy tales to Mills & Boon. While she loved reading both of these, she kept visualising what would have happened if there were similar situations happening in India; to local heroes and heroines. And of course, the joy of vanquishing the ubiquitous evil villains! Her imagination soared and she happily ensconced herself in a rosy romantic cocoon for many years.
Then came the writing—a true bolt from the blue! And Sundari Venkatraman has never looked back.
Use hashtag #60at60
You can connect with the author here: https://linktr.ee/sundarivenkatraman
These days, the author is independently publishing her novels in paperback format under her banner Flaming Sun, printed and distributed by Notion Press.
Even as a child, Sundari absolutely loved the ‘lived happily ever after’ syndrome and she grew up on a steady diet of fairy tales, Phantom comics and Mandrake comics. It was always about good triumphing over evil and a happy ending after the protagonists surmounted all unexpected obstacles.
Once she entered her teens, Sundari switched her loyalties from fairy tales to Mills & Boon. While she loved reading both of these, she kept visualising what would have happened if there were similar situations happening in India; to local heroes and heroines. And of course, the joy of vanquishing the ubiquitous evil villains! Her imagination soared and she happily ensconced herself in a rosy romantic cocoon for many years.
Then came the writing—a true bolt from the blue! And Sundari Venkatraman has never looked back.
Use hashtag #60at60
You can connect with the author here: https://linktr.ee/sundarivenkatraman
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March 15, 2018
As a writer of royal romances, I knew I just HAD to read this latest offering by prolific Indian author Sundari Venkatraman. I’m a fan of her books anyway, so giving it a try made sense. I’m glad I did as it was tremendously entertaining.
This is a modern-day royal romance that takes place in India, involving fictitious royals and palaces but feeling very real. The setting came alive just like the protagonists. The author stayed true to her simple style and well-fleshed out characters, even if there was a bit too much ‘tell’ compared to ‘show’ sometimes. I loved the flashbacks, there were neither too many nor too little of them, and they packed a true punch. Once again, Venkatraman touched on taboo topics – such as rape and abuse within the family – and managed to combine light-hearted (sometimes steamy) romance with life matters and thought-provoking messages. I love her idea of making a princess into a victim of sorts and then having this young woman come into her own as well as find true love.
Yash and Jeet stole my heart, and I can’t wait for more novels in the Thakore Royals series!
This is a modern-day royal romance that takes place in India, involving fictitious royals and palaces but feeling very real. The setting came alive just like the protagonists. The author stayed true to her simple style and well-fleshed out characters, even if there was a bit too much ‘tell’ compared to ‘show’ sometimes. I loved the flashbacks, there were neither too many nor too little of them, and they packed a true punch. Once again, Venkatraman touched on taboo topics – such as rape and abuse within the family – and managed to combine light-hearted (sometimes steamy) romance with life matters and thought-provoking messages. I love her idea of making a princess into a victim of sorts and then having this young woman come into her own as well as find true love.
Yash and Jeet stole my heart, and I can’t wait for more novels in the Thakore Royals series!
January 21, 2018
Prince Inderjeet and Princess Yashodhara won my heart with ease. Their love story is unique and kept me glued till the end.
The way the author has dealt and solved the trauma Princess Yashodhara has gone through shows she has done tremendous research as to how such cases are treated. Jeet and Yash will remain two of the most memorable characters I have read in recent times.
Looking forward to the other books in the series.
The way the author has dealt and solved the trauma Princess Yashodhara has gone through shows she has done tremendous research as to how such cases are treated. Jeet and Yash will remain two of the most memorable characters I have read in recent times.
Looking forward to the other books in the series.
April 22, 2018
Elegant, sexy and engaging! Another wonderful breezy story in Sundari Venkatraman's signature style, which I finished in a single session. The issue, which had been raised and addressed along with the sizzling romance between the two protagonists, makes it a fantastic read.
September 20, 2018
I would actually give it 3.5 stars. Over all a good book and definitely worth a read. Loved the 1st half of the book as it was really stirring. But the second half or rather the last quarter seemed too rushed with problems cropping up out of the blue and getting sorted almost miraculously as well. The ending too was very abrupt.
January 12, 2018
another lovely romance
this time i fell in love with "Yasho", Jeet's "Yash"!
i could see the royal family and the palaces from the detailed description!
this time i fell in love with "Yasho", Jeet's "Yash"!
i could see the royal family and the palaces from the detailed description!
June 4, 2019
This is a breeze read... good time pass. There are some books that are like watching an entertaining movie. This is that type of a book. Although I have to say that this is written nicely. A nice, light read anytime..
April 29, 2018
Amazing
AWESOME is the word..read the book in like dew hours. Plz keep writing more books.
Amazing read and entertaining. ..
AWESOME is the word..read the book in like dew hours. Plz keep writing more books.
Amazing read and entertaining. ..
January 13, 2019
It's a movie book!
You're awesome Sundari.
The trauma, the silent suffering, the perfect husband, the treatment, the corruption, happy ending was awesome. Thoroughly enjoyed another book of yours. Now off to the next one.😊
You're awesome Sundari.
The trauma, the silent suffering, the perfect husband, the treatment, the corruption, happy ending was awesome. Thoroughly enjoyed another book of yours. Now off to the next one.😊
May 20, 2018
Nice Boook
I like the book and will recommend my friends and family Very beautifully written Can’t wait to read the second part
I like the book and will recommend my friends and family Very beautifully written Can’t wait to read the second part
January 2, 2021
Oh love❤️✨
April 19, 2018
This is my first book to read on royals and I am totally impressed with the plot and play....wonderful story...kudos to you....
February 7, 2018
Nice one time read...
I have come to like the author through various books I have read. Awaiting some more. Inlike tye simple and lucid style of writing.
I have come to like the author through various books I have read. Awaiting some more. Inlike tye simple and lucid style of writing.
January 31, 2018
I adored this book. Sundari Venkatraman never disappoints and, if anything, surpasses herself everytime. I really don't know how Sundari does it but her books alwaysnhave very relevant themes, child abuse in this instance and incredibly strong and at the same time gentle characters like Yasho and Jeet.
A must read and very soon one needs a new star rating system for Sundari's books as five stars are no longer enough! There is also a quality to Sundari's books: One gets into gear from the 1st page and by the 2nd page one is already hooked!
A must read and very soon one needs a new star rating system for Sundari's books as five stars are no longer enough! There is also a quality to Sundari's books: One gets into gear from the 1st page and by the 2nd page one is already hooked!
August 13, 2018
This was hard to put down!
I enjoyed this book very much. I had a hard time putting it down and I have a lot of work I should be doing! I will definitely look for more books by this author.
I enjoyed this book very much. I had a hard time putting it down and I have a lot of work I should be doing! I will definitely look for more books by this author.
December 7, 2018
Wonderful story
I cant wait to read the third story.
I love this author.
More stories please.
Will read more by her.
I cant wait to read the third story.
I love this author.
More stories please.
Will read more by her.
November 21, 2018
Good read
It retains interest of the reader . good read and enjoy the story.the way the prince handles the situation .
It retains interest of the reader . good read and enjoy the story.the way the prince handles the situation .
September 15, 2020
Feeling giddy. Oh! what a beautiful story 💋
January 15, 2018
When important social issues like incest, rape and ensuing PTSD are discussed as part of stories it is very very likely that these sensitive issues are given their due importance and the author has precisely done that.
When Prince Inderjeet meets Princess Yashodhara, he does so only to satisfy his parents but the moment he sees her he falls in love with her beauty and demeanour. Intrigued by her peculiar behaviour of not making eye contact with men he decides to spend time with her and understand if there are any issues. It doesn't take much to fall in love with the prince as he is charming, well behaved and most of all patient.
Princess Yashodhara seems intriguing initially but she made a place in my heart by her loving nature and fighting spirit.
The author has made an effort to understand and research about the issues she wanted to highlight.
Waiting to read more of her work.
When Prince Inderjeet meets Princess Yashodhara, he does so only to satisfy his parents but the moment he sees her he falls in love with her beauty and demeanour. Intrigued by her peculiar behaviour of not making eye contact with men he decides to spend time with her and understand if there are any issues. It doesn't take much to fall in love with the prince as he is charming, well behaved and most of all patient.
Princess Yashodhara seems intriguing initially but she made a place in my heart by her loving nature and fighting spirit.
The author has made an effort to understand and research about the issues she wanted to highlight.
Waiting to read more of her work.
February 19, 2018
The book started with what looked like as a "promising story". The second half of the book seemed to have been written in a hurried manner making a potential plot lost somewhere. Its a shame that the other half of the book was engulfed in poorly narrated context, sexual encounter(s) - while carrying a very important theme of child abuse), a mere advertisement of OLA and Book My Show, and feeble writing. To me, the book was a drag to finish. I completed it because I had started reading it.
January 25, 2018
This is truly one of the best books by Sundari Venkatraman. The pain and the pathos that was felt by Princess Yashodhara Jadeja of Bhatewar is so heart wrenching. Sundari has done a very good job in bringing out the fear - the most overlooked emotion in an abuse story. Not the fear of the perpetrator - the fear of never being whole again. Of finding that complete happiness.
Prince Indrajeet Thakore of Udaipur is one of the most understanding man I have come across. I got goosebumps when he asked Yash's mother that question. It came out at the least expected moment.
The secondary characters were all well etched and if you want to read a novel which will make you cry for the lovers yet make you turn the pages.. this is it.
Prince Indrajeet Thakore of Udaipur is one of the most understanding man I have come across. I got goosebumps when he asked Yash's mother that question. It came out at the least expected moment.
The secondary characters were all well etched and if you want to read a novel which will make you cry for the lovers yet make you turn the pages.. this is it.
April 15, 2018
An unconventional Royal romance which is quite relevant to our times. Enjoyed Yasho and Indrajeet's sweet and passionate romance.
April 19, 2020
Its not a great read nor a bad one! Might give u bollywood feels
June 12, 2022
Short read but a wonderful message conveyed.
October 6, 2022
3 stars
October 29, 2025
Reading this book was like watching a movie. Easy read and was written well by Sundari Venkatraman.
October 5, 2019
The Marriage Predicament is a story that is true not just for royalty but across all strata of our society. I loved this book for its topic, a hard-hitting truth in our society, its fast pace and the perfect well-matched main characters.
The royal customs, the traditions to be followed, the situation where the princess Yashodhara has no option but to submit to an arranged match make life difficult for her. The author, however, has spun a silver lining for her.
Much to her annoyance, the prince, Indrajeet that her mother has found is not a self-absorbed man rather one who pays attention to the little details and actions by the princess. Of course, it was not love-at-first-sight but the slow burn of an everlasting love that stems from being patient and understanding.
Yashodhara is in a fix; her husband actually worries about her and wants her to be free. Her anxiety is obvious as is her hesitation. What I loved about the book was the emotional bonding of the husband and wife. The simple gestures and the love that shone through their troubles make it an endearing read. It does not belittle the important topic of abuse at the hands of relatives.
The Marriage Predicament highlights the dilemma the victim feels, her helplessness, her fear of both the action and the consequences once others know.
The book is a crisp, engaging book by Sundari and I am already reading the second book of the series. Not only has she woven the theme of royal romance in The Marriage Predicament but made it relevant for the masses by highlighting the issue of abuse and rape.
The Marriage Predicament is a well-knit, soft romance that will ensure you read all the other books in the series.
The royal customs, the traditions to be followed, the situation where the princess Yashodhara has no option but to submit to an arranged match make life difficult for her. The author, however, has spun a silver lining for her.
Much to her annoyance, the prince, Indrajeet that her mother has found is not a self-absorbed man rather one who pays attention to the little details and actions by the princess. Of course, it was not love-at-first-sight but the slow burn of an everlasting love that stems from being patient and understanding.
Yashodhara is in a fix; her husband actually worries about her and wants her to be free. Her anxiety is obvious as is her hesitation. What I loved about the book was the emotional bonding of the husband and wife. The simple gestures and the love that shone through their troubles make it an endearing read. It does not belittle the important topic of abuse at the hands of relatives.
The Marriage Predicament highlights the dilemma the victim feels, her helplessness, her fear of both the action and the consequences once others know.
The book is a crisp, engaging book by Sundari and I am already reading the second book of the series. Not only has she woven the theme of royal romance in The Marriage Predicament but made it relevant for the masses by highlighting the issue of abuse and rape.
The Marriage Predicament is a well-knit, soft romance that will ensure you read all the other books in the series.
February 25, 2021
indian royal love stories are so adorable.
May 31, 2018
Would have been two stars if not for the pseudoscientific psychobabble.
And irritating product placement. (In a book?!) For example: the two royals bond over a Ferrari (or was it a Lamborghini? I forget) in the first chapter, only to take an app based cab service (mentioned by name multiple times) to go everywhere rest of the book. In the last chapter, they charter a plane (a la Kevin Kwan's books) but how do they get to this plane? Yeah, you guessed it... *eye roll*
And irritating product placement. (In a book?!) For example: the two royals bond over a Ferrari (or was it a Lamborghini? I forget) in the first chapter, only to take an app based cab service (mentioned by name multiple times) to go everywhere rest of the book. In the last chapter, they charter a plane (a la Kevin Kwan's books) but how do they get to this plane? Yeah, you guessed it... *eye roll*
August 11, 2018
The way the author has handled the subject of abuse is amazing. The process of healing and the way princess accepts jeet in to her life so beautifully portrayed!
The mental trauma of yash, loving her husband and not able to accept him fully and jeet for knowing what exactly is stopping his dear wife from doing so, is well described in words.
Jeet stole my heart, yash such a darling!!
I loved rajmata totally, I could visualize her in my mind with all that toughness of a royalty and as a loving grandma, hifi for her character!!
The mental trauma of yash, loving her husband and not able to accept him fully and jeet for knowing what exactly is stopping his dear wife from doing so, is well described in words.
Jeet stole my heart, yash such a darling!!
I loved rajmata totally, I could visualize her in my mind with all that toughness of a royalty and as a loving grandma, hifi for her character!!
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