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Revenge of the chandalas
It is the post-Vedic era in the land of enigmatic India. South Kosala, ruled by the Yaduvanshis is a mighty kingdom in central India. Its splendour and glory invite envy from several kings of the Bharatvarsh. The arch-rivals of the Yaduvanshis, rulers of North Kosala and the former rulers of South Kosala, the Raghuvanshis of the Ikshvaku lineage are resolute to settle their score with the Yaduvanshis and to reconquer the state. With tact and shrewdnes, they incite neighbouring Nishada tribes to launch guerrilla attacks on South Kosala. They ignite the fury of downtrodden Chandalas of the kingdom to force a violent uprising against the king of the Yaduvanshis. The infuriated Chandalas, equipped with a lethal chemical weapon unleash a marauding attack on Sripur, the capital of South Kosala. Mayhem ensues. The chaos begins to lead to a catastrophe. What eventually happens in this cataclysmic clash between the oppressed and the oppressor? Does the cold war between the two rival states culminate in a ‘battle royal’? Do the Raghuvanshis and the Nishadas also enter the fray? Do the Raghuvanshis succeed to repossess South Kosala? Or do the Chandalas attain a historic success in overthrowing the oppressive regime and changing the very fabric of the society? Revenge of the Chandalas. A riveting saga of magical realism. Book one of ‘The Chronicles of Kosala’ trilogy.
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238 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 24, 2019
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Sandeep Nayyar
7 books22 followersSandeep Nayyar is a mechanical engineer by qualification, an IT consultant by profession and a writer by choice. Born in 1969, Sandeep has had a great flair and passion for writing since his early childhood. Despite qualifying as an engineer he has also worked as a journalist and has written regular columns for various newspapers and magazines. Sandeep now lives in the UK with his wife and two children.
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December 13, 2019
A riveting saga of magical realism. Book one of ‘The Chronicles of Kosala’ trilogy by Sandeep Nayyar.
The book is about a Brahmin girl and the kings. It's her journey of turning herself from a woman warrior to the savior of the society.
Will she become the savior of the very same society that wronged her ?
The book is about a Brahmin girl and the kings. It's her journey of turning herself from a woman warrior to the savior of the society.
Will she become the savior of the very same society that wronged her ?
August 19, 2020
First of all thanks to Sandeep Nayyar for providing me with the opportunity to read and review the book my sending me a promotional copy. And sorry again to the author for reading the book late and reviewing it.
Coming to the book, Overall gist of the book is power, to attain it, to restrain it. In the gist given in the back of the book only one protagonist name is taken that is shatvari but actually there is one more protagonist as per the book that is Neel the King of Mekal a Nishada kingdom. The story of Shatvari and Neel goes in parallel. Shatvari a Brahmin girl who had a perfect life, love for music, lover as her husband. Everything goes to a toss because of her non belief in caste system matching her thought with her father and the ignorance of South kosla's Raja Rudrasen and his priest. Shatvari had to live a life of Chandala and takes a oath to take revenge against the caste system and Raja rudrasen. Neel the King of Mekal is a very intelligent, brave and a calm person in short he has all the positivity in his character. Raja Rudrasen for his ambition of expanding the kingdom he attachks the Nishada kingdom that is mekal which is successfully defended by Neel and his army. Neel to find the weakness of the South Kosla kingdom goes to the capital of South Kosla that is Sripur as a spy. The North Kosla Kingdom the Raghuvanshis are seeking opportunity to attack sripur and capture south kosla. They take advantage of both the army of chandala's and neel's army to attach Sripur. The most awaited part of the book that is about the yantra, Actually the secret of the book is revealed in the climax and that too many things are still under wraps about the yantra. I think mostly it will be revealed in next two parts. Eagerly waiting for the same. Overall i would say its a very good Goodread... :)
Coming to the book, Overall gist of the book is power, to attain it, to restrain it. In the gist given in the back of the book only one protagonist name is taken that is shatvari but actually there is one more protagonist as per the book that is Neel the King of Mekal a Nishada kingdom. The story of Shatvari and Neel goes in parallel. Shatvari a Brahmin girl who had a perfect life, love for music, lover as her husband. Everything goes to a toss because of her non belief in caste system matching her thought with her father and the ignorance of South kosla's Raja Rudrasen and his priest. Shatvari had to live a life of Chandala and takes a oath to take revenge against the caste system and Raja rudrasen. Neel the King of Mekal is a very intelligent, brave and a calm person in short he has all the positivity in his character. Raja Rudrasen for his ambition of expanding the kingdom he attachks the Nishada kingdom that is mekal which is successfully defended by Neel and his army. Neel to find the weakness of the South Kosla kingdom goes to the capital of South Kosla that is Sripur as a spy. The North Kosla Kingdom the Raghuvanshis are seeking opportunity to attack sripur and capture south kosla. They take advantage of both the army of chandala's and neel's army to attach Sripur. The most awaited part of the book that is about the yantra, Actually the secret of the book is revealed in the climax and that too many things are still under wraps about the yantra. I think mostly it will be revealed in next two parts. Eagerly waiting for the same. Overall i would say its a very good Goodread... :)
June 25, 2020
Good for begginers, it might take you to an imaginary world. I still have the image of protagonist in my mind.
July 13, 2020
Be it #draupadi , #mahabharat ,#ramscionofikshvaku , I read it all having a sharp perception of what lies ahead and the role of every characters.
#therevengeofchandals is the first book I read having no prior knowledge. The story encompasses two incidents happening in #southkosala and #mekal that eventually results in eradication of the caste system. Well, I appreciate that. Sadly the caste system is still prevailing in majority of the Indian states.
This is a great book with good content. However i felt like the story is beating around the bush at some point of time. In addition to that pages from 258 to 288 are being repeated from 288 again which made me confused for a while. Such things can easily take away the essence of reading!!
#therevengeofchandals is the first book I read having no prior knowledge. The story encompasses two incidents happening in #southkosala and #mekal that eventually results in eradication of the caste system. Well, I appreciate that. Sadly the caste system is still prevailing in majority of the Indian states.
This is a great book with good content. However i felt like the story is beating around the bush at some point of time. In addition to that pages from 258 to 288 are being repeated from 288 again which made me confused for a while. Such things can easily take away the essence of reading!!
November 24, 2019
This is not exactly a mythological genre but sort of action filled historical fiction. It is about three kingdoms and the political unrest that exists among them. One of the three kingdoms wanted to extend their province, the King being unaware of various internal riots that is building up within. Meanwhile a woman of the uppercaste and a man from the lowercaste is treated with utmost injustice by the so called societal principles. This results in a plot of revenge that unwinds parallely. There is this king who disguises as a scholar and spy into the neighbouring kingdom to know about their weakness. Now all these parallel stories are brought together and beautifully narrated which is what the Revenge of chandalas is all about. The book talks about every important societal and political insights that can be related to real life very well. Caste discrimination, untouchability and inequality portrayed in the name of religion are handled in the book very well and its definitely more than just a fiction in this aspect. The author throws a lot of realities through the story to the readers. Besides these side of the book, I would say that the narration was awesome. It was courageous for war, poetic for love, soft for sentiments and cruel for injustices. The characters are well defined and not over plotted. This didn't stir up any emotions strongly but still, its a book that needs to be recognized for what it talks about. Go for it people!
January 10, 2020
Plot~
Revenge of the Chandalas is the first book in "The Chronicles of Kosala" trilogy. The story revolves around an Brahmin girl named Shatvari and a Shudra boy named Gunjan along with the subjects like kings and their kingdoms and social issues like untouchability, religions and et cetera. The book shows the journey of a religious girl into a strong warrior trying to protect her people.
Apart from the portrayal of the story, the best thing about this book is that it's Female dominated unlike most other Historical Fictions. The author brings out the reality of our society. The injustice done to some people just because of their caste/religion.
Writing & Language~
Narration of the story was very smooth and the language not quite tough. One doesn't need to use the dictionary more often.
Cover & Title~
The Cover shows a strong woman warrior which is exactly what the book is all about. The Title also says a lot about its concept.
Negative~~
I think the Author tried too much to put everything together that at one point it all seemed very messy. So hopefully, he'll avoid that to happen in the next one.
Revenge of the Chandalas is the first book in "The Chronicles of Kosala" trilogy. The story revolves around an Brahmin girl named Shatvari and a Shudra boy named Gunjan along with the subjects like kings and their kingdoms and social issues like untouchability, religions and et cetera. The book shows the journey of a religious girl into a strong warrior trying to protect her people.
Apart from the portrayal of the story, the best thing about this book is that it's Female dominated unlike most other Historical Fictions. The author brings out the reality of our society. The injustice done to some people just because of their caste/religion.
Writing & Language~
Narration of the story was very smooth and the language not quite tough. One doesn't need to use the dictionary more often.
Cover & Title~
The Cover shows a strong woman warrior which is exactly what the book is all about. The Title also says a lot about its concept.
Negative~~
I think the Author tried too much to put everything together that at one point it all seemed very messy. So hopefully, he'll avoid that to happen in the next one.
December 27, 2019
Revenge of the Chandalas by Sandeep Nayyar is an amazingly written power packed story that glued me till the very end. The plot is well planned and executed and the characters were way too fascinating.
The main characters such as Brahmin girl Shatvari, shudra boy Gunjan, the young and smart king of Mekal ; Neel and Vaishali. They all were charismatic and the best parts which kept me engrossed. Though the plot has a lot discriminations across the places and actions that makes you feel bated. Over all a wonderful read.
The main characters such as Brahmin girl Shatvari, shudra boy Gunjan, the young and smart king of Mekal ; Neel and Vaishali. They all were charismatic and the best parts which kept me engrossed. Though the plot has a lot discriminations across the places and actions that makes you feel bated. Over all a wonderful read.
June 11, 2021
Review
The book strongly blows the caste system and the story weaved in it shows the real face of a cruel society that is oppressing the lower caste and making them feel so less that they can't feel alive in their own body.
I think the book discuss the matter in the hand and also have said the path which can help humanity to grow and the caste system to die as caste system oppresses people so it should be demolished and only we should believe in humanity and should have to serve everyone equally.
I liked the story of this book and would like to recommend it to people to read and explore their knowledge with new thought and inspiration with this book.
This is the mixture of war, love, hatred, revenge, lust, power and divine power.
Glimpse
Shatvari once was a beautiful girl full of joy and have a good knowledge of music and Vedas, married to Damodar after being fall in love with him and got settled in his city she was happy and was doing everything to make there home good but one day she got betrayed by her husband and broked her trust and the thoughts she believed in, which was being in love like Shiva and Shakti.
The fake worshipper of God who only believes in slavery and money made her life like a hell and after all this, she had to leave the place to live with the bloodthirsty chandala and started a fight with the discrimination which is making the society a hell for good people, she is in search of a yantra that could give her a power from which she can embark a new journey of people life.
The political issues between north and south Kosala are increasing tensions between the states and both are preparing for war and in that king of Nishad Neel is on the journey to know the real enemy behind the war which is happening all over the country.
The book strongly blows the caste system and the story weaved in it shows the real face of a cruel society that is oppressing the lower caste and making them feel so less that they can't feel alive in their own body.
I think the book discuss the matter in the hand and also have said the path which can help humanity to grow and the caste system to die as caste system oppresses people so it should be demolished and only we should believe in humanity and should have to serve everyone equally.
I liked the story of this book and would like to recommend it to people to read and explore their knowledge with new thought and inspiration with this book.
This is the mixture of war, love, hatred, revenge, lust, power and divine power.
Glimpse
Shatvari once was a beautiful girl full of joy and have a good knowledge of music and Vedas, married to Damodar after being fall in love with him and got settled in his city she was happy and was doing everything to make there home good but one day she got betrayed by her husband and broked her trust and the thoughts she believed in, which was being in love like Shiva and Shakti.
The fake worshipper of God who only believes in slavery and money made her life like a hell and after all this, she had to leave the place to live with the bloodthirsty chandala and started a fight with the discrimination which is making the society a hell for good people, she is in search of a yantra that could give her a power from which she can embark a new journey of people life.
The political issues between north and south Kosala are increasing tensions between the states and both are preparing for war and in that king of Nishad Neel is on the journey to know the real enemy behind the war which is happening all over the country.
July 27, 2020
This is a story about a brahmin girl, who lives in the chandala’s colony. How and why she lives there and what is the revenge she seeks is the story all about.
Shatvari is a Brahmin girl who is the daughter of well-educated Sastri ji, a renowned and wise person. Due to various social limitations the happy family of Shatvari faces a lot of problems. She leaves her husband, looses her parents and her good friend, Gunjan, who is a cart driver. For all the misdoing of the society she seeks revenge against the society heads.
In a parallel story, Neel, king of Mekal, a small kingdom who is facing a much bigger kingdom of South Kosala. Neel and his friend enter the kingdom of South Kosala as students to understand their strengths and weaknesses so that they explore and win the war against South Kosala kingdom. While staying there they learn a lot about the kingdom and the revolution inside the kingdom.
What I liked in the book:
The best part of the book is the book has more of resolutions than battles. There are solutions given for the issues that people faced, which is actually nice since the better solution of resolving an issue is to discuss and find a peaceful, agreeable solution instead of war.
What I did not like:
The book has some lost links in the mid of the book, like the yaduvnashi’s role in the story is not clear. The war plan of North Kosala over Mekal and South Kosala kingdoms was not justified. However, these do not actually disturb the main stream story so these little misses really do not impact the actual story line.
My Rating – 3.5
Shatvari is a Brahmin girl who is the daughter of well-educated Sastri ji, a renowned and wise person. Due to various social limitations the happy family of Shatvari faces a lot of problems. She leaves her husband, looses her parents and her good friend, Gunjan, who is a cart driver. For all the misdoing of the society she seeks revenge against the society heads.
In a parallel story, Neel, king of Mekal, a small kingdom who is facing a much bigger kingdom of South Kosala. Neel and his friend enter the kingdom of South Kosala as students to understand their strengths and weaknesses so that they explore and win the war against South Kosala kingdom. While staying there they learn a lot about the kingdom and the revolution inside the kingdom.
What I liked in the book:
The best part of the book is the book has more of resolutions than battles. There are solutions given for the issues that people faced, which is actually nice since the better solution of resolving an issue is to discuss and find a peaceful, agreeable solution instead of war.
What I did not like:
The book has some lost links in the mid of the book, like the yaduvnashi’s role in the story is not clear. The war plan of North Kosala over Mekal and South Kosala kingdoms was not justified. However, these do not actually disturb the main stream story so these little misses really do not impact the actual story line.
My Rating – 3.5
August 7, 2020
How can a girl with a gentle heart become a blood shedding revenge seeker?
This is the first book in "The Chronicles of Kosala Trilogy" by Sandeep Nayyar.
The story follows two timelines, one with Shatvari, our protagonist and how a society tormented her life.The second after a long time with King Neel and his trustworthy friend Dhananjay trying to free their kingdom of Mekal from South Kosala, as Mekal people are captured and treated ruthlessly by the Yaduvanshi's .
This could be regarded as a historical fiction set in the post-Vedic era about the caste system that prevailed in India, the unjustifiable social norms that existed in our country.
What I really loved about this book was the writing. the story was so easy to follow.Each chapter visualises the story in our minds and its brilliantly written. And I really loved the cover. Waiting for Book 2!
This is the first book in "The Chronicles of Kosala Trilogy" by Sandeep Nayyar.
The story follows two timelines, one with Shatvari, our protagonist and how a society tormented her life.The second after a long time with King Neel and his trustworthy friend Dhananjay trying to free their kingdom of Mekal from South Kosala, as Mekal people are captured and treated ruthlessly by the Yaduvanshi's .
This could be regarded as a historical fiction set in the post-Vedic era about the caste system that prevailed in India, the unjustifiable social norms that existed in our country.
What I really loved about this book was the writing. the story was so easy to follow.Each chapter visualises the story in our minds and its brilliantly written. And I really loved the cover. Waiting for Book 2!
June 4, 2020
Very good.
Very good book. Exciting. Very good read. The author is excellent. Would like to read the author's other books if any
Very good book. Exciting. Very good read. The author is excellent. Would like to read the author's other books if any
July 4, 2020
Nice fiction book with lots of twists and turns. Great story telling.. looking forward for the next book...
November 20, 2019
Revenge of the Chandalas (The Chronicles of Kosala) by Sandeep Nayyar is the first book of ‘The Chronicles of Kosala’ trilogy. It is set in the post-Vedic era in the land of enigmatic India. South Kosala, ruled by the Yaduvanshis is a mighty kingdom in central India. It's splendour and glory invite envy from several kings of the Bharatvarsh. The arch-rivals of the Yaduvanshis, rulers of North Kosala and the former rulers of South Kosala, the Raghuvanshis of the Ikshvaku lineage are resolute to settle their score with the Yaduvanshis and to reconquer the state. With tact and shrewdnes, they incite neighbouring Nishada tribes to launch guerrilla attacks on South Kosala. They ignite the fury of downtrodden Chandalas of the kingdom to force a violent uprising against the king of the Yaduvanshis.
What eventually happens in this cataclysmic clash between the oppressed and the oppressor? Does the cold war between the two rival states culminate in a ‘battle royal’? Do the Raghuvanshis and the Nishadas also enter the fray? Do the Raghuvanshis succeed to repossess South Kosala? Or do the Chandalas attain a historic success in overthrowing the oppressive regime and changing the very fabric of the society?
Read and find out on your own.
Historical Fiction is one of my favorite genres so I had fun reading this book. I was hooked to the story right from the blurb. I finished it in no time. The writing style is pretty good and lucid. The cover is really simple and beautiful.
I would recommend it.
What eventually happens in this cataclysmic clash between the oppressed and the oppressor? Does the cold war between the two rival states culminate in a ‘battle royal’? Do the Raghuvanshis and the Nishadas also enter the fray? Do the Raghuvanshis succeed to repossess South Kosala? Or do the Chandalas attain a historic success in overthrowing the oppressive regime and changing the very fabric of the society?
Read and find out on your own.
Historical Fiction is one of my favorite genres so I had fun reading this book. I was hooked to the story right from the blurb. I finished it in no time. The writing style is pretty good and lucid. The cover is really simple and beautiful.
I would recommend it.
November 24, 2019
Revenge Of The Chandalas
The chronicles of kosala trilogy- Book 1
Author- Sandeep Nayyar (@sandeepnayyar20 )
Genre- fiction
Rating- ⭐️⭐️⭐️
The story has two streams that it starts with. One is when a yong Bramhin girl Shatvari, gets friendly with a Shudhra boy Gunjan. The society then is not mature enough to accept this friendship due to the cast system and it’s discrimination.
The other is the young but smart king of Mekal, Neel. After the kingdom is attacked once, bu South Kosal, he decides to visit the capital to study the enemy and get acquainted with their weaknesses.
There are some amazing characters in the book and the story flows easily. The author has done a good job in keeping the readers entertained as well as anticipating to the very end.
I especially feel that Vaishali is one of the main characters of this saga thus far. A non-recognized hero who made all the efforts to get victory in hopeless circumstances.
Can not wait for the other two books to be released.
❤️ totally love Vaishali as a super strong women
❤️ Neel has become my latest crush
❤️ there is so much importance given to art, music and learning.
❤️ medium paced storyline
💔 the weekness in Shatvari
❤️ Amodhini
The chronicles of kosala trilogy- Book 1
Author- Sandeep Nayyar (@sandeepnayyar20 )
Genre- fiction
Rating- ⭐️⭐️⭐️
The story has two streams that it starts with. One is when a yong Bramhin girl Shatvari, gets friendly with a Shudhra boy Gunjan. The society then is not mature enough to accept this friendship due to the cast system and it’s discrimination.
The other is the young but smart king of Mekal, Neel. After the kingdom is attacked once, bu South Kosal, he decides to visit the capital to study the enemy and get acquainted with their weaknesses.
There are some amazing characters in the book and the story flows easily. The author has done a good job in keeping the readers entertained as well as anticipating to the very end.
I especially feel that Vaishali is one of the main characters of this saga thus far. A non-recognized hero who made all the efforts to get victory in hopeless circumstances.
Can not wait for the other two books to be released.
❤️ totally love Vaishali as a super strong women
❤️ Neel has become my latest crush
❤️ there is so much importance given to art, music and learning.
❤️ medium paced storyline
💔 the weekness in Shatvari
❤️ Amodhini
November 13, 2019
“Do you have the courage to hear the anguish of a Brahmin woman who was forced to relinquish her family to seek refuge among the Chandalas? Do you have the heart to hear out the gruesome tale of your mother’s life?” ( page 14)
As Shatvari gathered herself to untie the knots of an old tale, the reader is ready to sit at the edges of their seat as he transcends through the journey of the fate of not only an individual but of a race as well. Despite being a tale of revenge where a beautiful young Brahmin girl is fabricated and exploited, the book also delves on the love of various kinds- amorous and divine.
Aptly quoted (page 107) is a line which sums up the battle of life as “ Sometimes the game takes you at a point where a win and a defeat look just the same. Where a defeat feels just as sweet’’
The book is a must read for the lovers of mythological fiction and quite a benchmark for the book 1 of a trilogy! Read it to know all your answers regarding the kingdom of Kosala and the Yaduvanshis.
PS: Please increase the font size of the content in the next book. Congratulations.
As Shatvari gathered herself to untie the knots of an old tale, the reader is ready to sit at the edges of their seat as he transcends through the journey of the fate of not only an individual but of a race as well. Despite being a tale of revenge where a beautiful young Brahmin girl is fabricated and exploited, the book also delves on the love of various kinds- amorous and divine.
Aptly quoted (page 107) is a line which sums up the battle of life as “ Sometimes the game takes you at a point where a win and a defeat look just the same. Where a defeat feels just as sweet’’
The book is a must read for the lovers of mythological fiction and quite a benchmark for the book 1 of a trilogy! Read it to know all your answers regarding the kingdom of Kosala and the Yaduvanshis.
PS: Please increase the font size of the content in the next book. Congratulations.
December 31, 2019
Every time I read historical fiction it’s almost men have dominant books so I was really looking for female lead story, that caught my attention this book more.
Revenge can change the entire story to hear revenge changes women into a warrior.
A brahmin girl Shatvitri who believes in the ritual of Vegas and their spiritual action, the liberal girl turns into a great warrior and she turns to the victim.
Hunt of mantra is the most interesting part of the book. Caste system India and it’s based actions on how reflecting on lives everything is explained in this book.
Language is quite easy and there is no need for the dictionary more frequently
Historical fictions are not easy the o write the writer should create the exact atmosphere that which the author didn’t experience. But he is created an exact atmosphere the story required but the character description ion should be added more so there it will be more helpful. But it’s worth reading and a page-turner too.
#revengeofchandalsreview
Revenge can change the entire story to hear revenge changes women into a warrior.
A brahmin girl Shatvitri who believes in the ritual of Vegas and their spiritual action, the liberal girl turns into a great warrior and she turns to the victim.
Hunt of mantra is the most interesting part of the book. Caste system India and it’s based actions on how reflecting on lives everything is explained in this book.
Language is quite easy and there is no need for the dictionary more frequently
Historical fictions are not easy the o write the writer should create the exact atmosphere that which the author didn’t experience. But he is created an exact atmosphere the story required but the character description ion should be added more so there it will be more helpful. But it’s worth reading and a page-turner too.
#revengeofchandalsreview
December 13, 2019
The Chronicles of Kosala Trilogy: Revenge of Chandalas
Author: Sandeep Nayyar
Publication: RG books
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Storyline-
The books have two simultaneous moving storylines which emphasis on "society" and its "division" and need of balance which eats away its "humanity".
The book starts with the first story we're a beautiful intelligent brahmin girl shartravati becomes prey of this society. Which leads her to thoughtful revenge.
And the second story clears pictures about the society where king Neel and his childhood friend Dhananjay decides to explore the secrets and reason for fall Aryan society.
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Review
🌻the book move with steady phase keeping it entertaining for its readers
🌻the language is simple and easy going
🌻recommended to those who love fictions
🌻the author paints a complete picture in mind of its readers
🌻Characteristion is strength
🌻Well managed 4/5⭐
🌻I just loved the cover of the book❤
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Author: Sandeep Nayyar
Publication: RG books
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Storyline-
The books have two simultaneous moving storylines which emphasis on "society" and its "division" and need of balance which eats away its "humanity".
The book starts with the first story we're a beautiful intelligent brahmin girl shartravati becomes prey of this society. Which leads her to thoughtful revenge.
And the second story clears pictures about the society where king Neel and his childhood friend Dhananjay decides to explore the secrets and reason for fall Aryan society.
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Review
🌻the book move with steady phase keeping it entertaining for its readers
🌻the language is simple and easy going
🌻recommended to those who love fictions
🌻the author paints a complete picture in mind of its readers
🌻Characteristion is strength
🌻Well managed 4/5⭐
🌻I just loved the cover of the book❤
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December 28, 2019
Revenge of The Chandals is the first book of The Chronicles of Kosala Trilogy written by Sandeep Nayyar. This story revolves around South Kosala kingdom in the post-Vedic era presently situated in Chhattisgarh and western Odisha. The capital of South Kosala was Sripur. It was ruled by the Yaduvanshis in the time of the story. The arch-rivals of the Yadhuvanshis were Raghuvanshis of North Kosala. They took various steps to destroy Yadhuvanshis you'll get to know in detail while reading the book. One of their steps were provoking Nishida tribes and outcast Chandals.
In the story, we can read another story of Shatvari, a brahmin girl and how she became Chandals to take revenge. All the answers the readers can learn from the book.
The sentences were very simple to read. The writer provides details in every part of the story. I would like to thank the writer for rendering us with such intriguing historical fiction. I'm waiting for book 2.
In the story, we can read another story of Shatvari, a brahmin girl and how she became Chandals to take revenge. All the answers the readers can learn from the book.
The sentences were very simple to read. The writer provides details in every part of the story. I would like to thank the writer for rendering us with such intriguing historical fiction. I'm waiting for book 2.
November 25, 2019
The story revolves around Shatvari- a beautiful young Brahmin girl. She was liberal and progressive, a firm believer in the spiritual philosophies of the holy vedas.
The King of the Yaduvanshis and his scheming priests twist the faith to turn her into a bloodthirsty Chandala warrior.
Cheated and Exploited she sets out on a journey to get her revenge. On her way she finds a magical yantra. But in her single minded pursuit for revenge, she falls victim to the curse lurking withing the magical power..
What is the curse?
Will she be able to get her revenge?
Read to find out.
MY OPINION:
•The cover of the book is well designed and portrays a strong protagonist.
•The plot of the book is really intriguing and deals with some important social issues.
•The characters of the book are also well developed.
•Language used by the author is quite lucid.
The King of the Yaduvanshis and his scheming priests twist the faith to turn her into a bloodthirsty Chandala warrior.
Cheated and Exploited she sets out on a journey to get her revenge. On her way she finds a magical yantra. But in her single minded pursuit for revenge, she falls victim to the curse lurking withing the magical power..
What is the curse?
Will she be able to get her revenge?
Read to find out.
MY OPINION:
•The cover of the book is well designed and portrays a strong protagonist.
•The plot of the book is really intriguing and deals with some important social issues.
•The characters of the book are also well developed.
•Language used by the author is quite lucid.
December 26, 2019
Book name : Revenge of the chandalas (The chronicles of kosala)
Author : Sandeep Nayyar
Publisher : Redgrab Books
Publication date : 4 Nov 2019
Language : English
Book length : 320
My review :
Revenge of a the chandalas by Sandeep Nayyar(chronicles of kosala trilogy, book 1) is so amazing written that made me keep reading because the plot, the story and the characters were way too fascinating.
The main characters such as Brahmin girl shatvari, shudra boy Gunjan, the young and smart king of Mekal ; Neel and Vaishali. They all were the best parts which made me feel engrossed.
Though the plot has a lot discriminations across the places and actions that make you feel bated.
Must read it.
Author : Sandeep Nayyar
Publisher : Redgrab Books
Publication date : 4 Nov 2019
Language : English
Book length : 320
My review :
Revenge of a the chandalas by Sandeep Nayyar(chronicles of kosala trilogy, book 1) is so amazing written that made me keep reading because the plot, the story and the characters were way too fascinating.
The main characters such as Brahmin girl shatvari, shudra boy Gunjan, the young and smart king of Mekal ; Neel and Vaishali. They all were the best parts which made me feel engrossed.
Though the plot has a lot discriminations across the places and actions that make you feel bated.
Must read it.
November 16, 2019
Story of Beautiful,Bold, Brahmin girl ,shatvari strong believer un the holy vedas turned into bloodthirsty chandala warrior
Supressed by society's norms ,Shatvari felt very depressed. She nd Her friend Gunjan was being exploited by the hands of upper caste to be in doubt of both in secret relationship. Gunjan was even killed /murdered by upper caste people. Said enough
How caste system exploited the life of so called Untouchables/Chandalas and How they seek revenge in revert leading by upper upper caste brahmin girl herself
The thrillness throughout the story is commendable .Page turner
Gripping tale .Engrossing. and Yes,very well portrayed
Waiting for Book2.
Supressed by society's norms ,Shatvari felt very depressed. She nd Her friend Gunjan was being exploited by the hands of upper caste to be in doubt of both in secret relationship. Gunjan was even killed /murdered by upper caste people. Said enough
How caste system exploited the life of so called Untouchables/Chandalas and How they seek revenge in revert leading by upper upper caste brahmin girl herself
The thrillness throughout the story is commendable .Page turner
Gripping tale .Engrossing. and Yes,very well portrayed
Waiting for Book2.
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January 4, 2020
Revenge of a the chandalas by Sandeep Nayyar(chronicles of kosala trilogy,book 1 ) is really well written that it made me keep turning the pages! The plot, the storyline and the characterization are really good!
The main characters like the Brahmin girl Shatvari,the Shudra boy Gunjan, the young and smart king of Mekal -Neel and Vaishali are well portrayed. A lot is social realities have been dealt with within the story.
There are parallel stories running along that makes the it all the more interesting to read. The language is simple and easy to follow.
Overall a nice read! If you like Mythological fiction / historical fiction you will love this one too.
The main characters like the Brahmin girl Shatvari,the Shudra boy Gunjan, the young and smart king of Mekal -Neel and Vaishali are well portrayed. A lot is social realities have been dealt with within the story.
There are parallel stories running along that makes the it all the more interesting to read. The language is simple and easy to follow.
Overall a nice read! If you like Mythological fiction / historical fiction you will love this one too.
March 14, 2020
Name of the book : Revenge of Chandalas
Name of the author : Sandeep Nayyar
Revenge of Chandalas is a historical fiction by Sandeep Nayyar. The protagonist of a Brahmin girl Shavitri who is a firm believer of Vedas but she was forced to be a warrior woman by the king Yuduvanshis. Author have beautifully potrayed the racial discrimination, racism, inequality, untochability and many other societal issues. The plot is interesting. The language is lucid and easy to understand. Highly recommended for historical lovers.
Name of the author : Sandeep Nayyar
Revenge of Chandalas is a historical fiction by Sandeep Nayyar. The protagonist of a Brahmin girl Shavitri who is a firm believer of Vedas but she was forced to be a warrior woman by the king Yuduvanshis. Author have beautifully potrayed the racial discrimination, racism, inequality, untochability and many other societal issues. The plot is interesting. The language is lucid and easy to understand. Highly recommended for historical lovers.
December 14, 2019
Book name :- Revenge Of the Chandalas
Writer :- Sandeep Nayyar
This is a story about a girl who is warrior.
Her name is Shatavari. She have a knowledge of Vedas.
Story flows. Incidents happend. and Destiny make a different plan for her.Then Started the mission of Shatavari.
Will Shatavari being succes in her mission.
Will she take revenge.
Read the book for the answers.
Very well developing the plot and characters.
Writer :- Sandeep Nayyar
This is a story about a girl who is warrior.
Her name is Shatavari. She have a knowledge of Vedas.
Story flows. Incidents happend. and Destiny make a different plan for her.Then Started the mission of Shatavari.
Will Shatavari being succes in her mission.
Will she take revenge.
Read the book for the answers.
Very well developing the plot and characters.
December 19, 2019
The story deals with a fight between the
Suppressor and the suppressed.
The author plays the story in two streams one the Brahmin girl, the other young king.
The story was a slow pace at the start which was needed.
Well written yet there was lack of conveying strong emotions, but still it's a book to be given credits for it's brave attempt in showing the clashes on castes which in the current situation is much needed. Overall was a good read.
Suppressor and the suppressed.
The author plays the story in two streams one the Brahmin girl, the other young king.
The story was a slow pace at the start which was needed.
Well written yet there was lack of conveying strong emotions, but still it's a book to be given credits for it's brave attempt in showing the clashes on castes which in the current situation is much needed. Overall was a good read.
December 27, 2019
This action-packed tale of historical fiction revolves around a simple woman’s transformation into a fearsome warrior. The society turns an innocent being into a blood thirsty warrior with it’s prejudices. Will she succeed in her aim and get her revenge or will she be manipulated and led astray.
The language is simple and easy to understand with a medium paced plot. The character development could have been better. The narration is great and keeps you engaged. Overall a good book to read.
The language is simple and easy to understand with a medium paced plot. The character development could have been better. The narration is great and keeps you engaged. Overall a good book to read.
December 29, 2019
An Amazing book!
It is one of those books that keeps you engrossed in the book with its fabulous characters and storyline. Story shows some discrimination prevalent in the society but also shows how to face that with great valor. Each character whether Brahmin Girl Shatvari or Shudra boy Gunjan all characters were perfectly portrayed.It ended leading curiosity in the minds of readers for the second part.
It is one of those books that keeps you engrossed in the book with its fabulous characters and storyline. Story shows some discrimination prevalent in the society but also shows how to face that with great valor. Each character whether Brahmin Girl Shatvari or Shudra boy Gunjan all characters were perfectly portrayed.It ended leading curiosity in the minds of readers for the second part.
December 6, 2019
'Revenge Of Chandalas' by Sandeep Nayyar is a nice piece of historical fiction. Plot is based on a brahmin girl Sabitri who became a woman warrior with the situations and have taken the revenge on the demons (Chandalas). Well narration and lucid language make this book an easy and nice read. Simply amazing. Enjoyed reading.
My rating- 3.5/5
My rating- 3.5/5
November 24, 2019
Set in the Aryan period this a story of the transformation of a Brahmin girl who is a firm believer of the holy scriptures and the rituals to a blood thirsty warrior.
Good narration lucid language well placed characters and a thrilling plot makes it a nice interesting read.
Good narration lucid language well placed characters and a thrilling plot makes it a nice interesting read.
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