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Karna: The King of Anga
Iron Age of India… around 900 B.C.E.
Born in the arms of the Ganga, Vasu grew up in the raging province of Anga. His life shaped by a fate that failed to be just—neglected by his own, stripped of his birthright—he was raised to be lost in an abyss of desires and disappointment.
Cursed by his guru, hurt by the only woman he loved, ostracised from society for being the son of a suta. With his only armour—hope—he ventured on an unforgettable journey. Alone.
This is Vasu’s tale of survival, of endurance, of abiding courage in the face of all adversities. And eventually, of blossoming into the greatest warrior of all time… KARNA.
In an ultimate battle against his archenemy—the insidious, dishonourable and all-powerful, Jarasandha, for a title he knew he deserved.
From a sutaputr to a leader of the people, this is a saga of betrayal, lost love, and glory.
This is the story of the King of Anga.
Born in the arms of the Ganga, Vasu grew up in the raging province of Anga. His life shaped by a fate that failed to be just—neglected by his own, stripped of his birthright—he was raised to be lost in an abyss of desires and disappointment.
Cursed by his guru, hurt by the only woman he loved, ostracised from society for being the son of a suta. With his only armour—hope—he ventured on an unforgettable journey. Alone.
This is Vasu’s tale of survival, of endurance, of abiding courage in the face of all adversities. And eventually, of blossoming into the greatest warrior of all time… KARNA.
In an ultimate battle against his archenemy—the insidious, dishonourable and all-powerful, Jarasandha, for a title he knew he deserved.
From a sutaputr to a leader of the people, this is a saga of betrayal, lost love, and glory.
This is the story of the King of Anga.
530 pages, Paperback
Published September 15, 2021
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About the author
Kevin Missal
45 books515 followersKevin Missal wrote his first book at the age of 14, and at 22, the St Stephens graduate was a bestselling author with the first two books in his Kalki series which were runaway successes. Kevin loves fantasy fiction and has always been a fan of mythology. His books have been featured in publications like the Sunday Guardian, The New Indian Express and Millennium Post. He lives in Gurugram and he can be contacted at Kevin.s.missal@gmail.com.
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October 29, 2021
Reasons to not waste a time on this book.
1. Poor plot
2. No world-building
3. Poor English grammar
4. Unnecessary cockiness
5. no novelty
6. No growth in character or story
7. Copy and paste of Mahabharata
8. Typical Chethan Bhagat book type sex scenes(i felt like a zombie while reading it)
9. All characters behave like typical social media users
10. Author unnecessarily brings Woke ideas in stories, and proudly fails to deliver those ideas.
Rating 1 star.
Karna is always my favourite person in the Mahabharata epic. I have read works on him, sometimes I aspire to be at least be one per cent of him. But this book delivered Karna like a joke of the century.
Maybe it could be a child fantasy book
Nothing more than that.
I used to like Kevin Misaal works, But I don't think I will read his works if someone asks me to re-read his works.
Maybe it's time for Indian Fictional authors to write books in their native language, And ask someone good at English to translate them.
The editor of this book must have taken some sort of weed while editing this book. Language is so bad, I have managed to read 250 pages in 2 hours. It was a primary school english book.
1. Poor plot
2. No world-building
3. Poor English grammar
4. Unnecessary cockiness
5. no novelty
6. No growth in character or story
7. Copy and paste of Mahabharata
8. Typical Chethan Bhagat book type sex scenes(i felt like a zombie while reading it)
9. All characters behave like typical social media users
10. Author unnecessarily brings Woke ideas in stories, and proudly fails to deliver those ideas.
Rating 1 star.
Karna is always my favourite person in the Mahabharata epic. I have read works on him, sometimes I aspire to be at least be one per cent of him. But this book delivered Karna like a joke of the century.
Maybe it could be a child fantasy book
Nothing more than that.
I used to like Kevin Misaal works, But I don't think I will read his works if someone asks me to re-read his works.
Maybe it's time for Indian Fictional authors to write books in their native language, And ask someone good at English to translate them.
The editor of this book must have taken some sort of weed while editing this book. Language is so bad, I have managed to read 250 pages in 2 hours. It was a primary school english book.
March 29, 2022
Firstly, please dont mix it with the Karna of the great indian epic - Mahabharata. The names of all characters are the same and they follow the same role on a high level. However, the characters do not have to do anything with the Mahabharata epic.
The story and the relationships of the characters are entirely different. I am not sure if I like such things where they relate with history and break it to write another story altogether. Even though this book started with aiming to put forward another point of view, there was no need to skew it at such a high scale.
The story and the relationships of the characters are entirely different. I am not sure if I like such things where they relate with history and break it to write another story altogether. Even though this book started with aiming to put forward another point of view, there was no need to skew it at such a high scale.
October 3, 2021
Karna is generally perceived to be one of the most misunderstood characters in the epic Mahabharata. Though I agree that he was wronged at some junctures but then even many of his actions were evil in nature . I hated him when he and his counterparts did nothing to save the innocent young warrior Abhimanyu and the later got entangled in the Chakravyuh. This book as the name suggests is all about Karna and unearth various facts and bit of unheard tales about him.
Karna as we all know was fuelled by wrath and envious nature since childhood and once he got the divine Kavach Kundal started to have a sort of superiority complex which was further given systematic brainwashing by Duryodhana and his kins. But this book explores more about Karna's optimistic version so much so that even Kauravas at many junctures are shown in a positive light . He was undoubtedly a great warrior and a supreme donor. His selfless nature is second to none . Its just that he opted for the wrong side and kept on committing sin after sin very well knowing that what he is doing isn't the path of righteousness.
The novel is quite intricately written. The cover has a spectacular glorious vibe to it. The amount of research author has done is praiseworthy. The best part about the book is even after 500 pages one won't feel a moment of boredom such is the writing style. Though I would have appreciated more had both sides of Karna was shown rather than making him some sort of epitome of sacrifice and showing him in sympathetic light but besides that cannot underrate the effort author has put in weaving a tale about a somehwhat controversial character of the legendary epic .
Overall a 3.5 star read for me
Karna as we all know was fuelled by wrath and envious nature since childhood and once he got the divine Kavach Kundal started to have a sort of superiority complex which was further given systematic brainwashing by Duryodhana and his kins. But this book explores more about Karna's optimistic version so much so that even Kauravas at many junctures are shown in a positive light . He was undoubtedly a great warrior and a supreme donor. His selfless nature is second to none . Its just that he opted for the wrong side and kept on committing sin after sin very well knowing that what he is doing isn't the path of righteousness.
The novel is quite intricately written. The cover has a spectacular glorious vibe to it. The amount of research author has done is praiseworthy. The best part about the book is even after 500 pages one won't feel a moment of boredom such is the writing style. Though I would have appreciated more had both sides of Karna was shown rather than making him some sort of epitome of sacrifice and showing him in sympathetic light but besides that cannot underrate the effort author has put in weaving a tale about a somehwhat controversial character of the legendary epic .
Overall a 3.5 star read for me
July 9, 2024
If this is the definition of creatuve liberty, then this type of liberty shouldn't exist at all.
This is not our Karna, and i will never ever see that warrior like this. He committed his own share of mistakes but the ones mentioned here are not those. And when retelling of an epic or even when the characters are same along with the incidents that look place, they should never put things that were never there unless they can deliver the idea and the situation justice.
This is not our Karna, and i will never ever see that warrior like this. He committed his own share of mistakes but the ones mentioned here are not those. And when retelling of an epic or even when the characters are same along with the incidents that look place, they should never put things that were never there unless they can deliver the idea and the situation justice.
December 18, 2021
Karna is legendary warrior and statesman. This work doesn’t justify his stature.
Author seems to have wandered distant with his ‘creative liberty’. This piece is more of a fan theory written with a perspective of a person who already knows the outcomes from the original and is trying to situate plug-ins to the plot. Hope it satisfied the author with his wild fantasies.
Author seems to have wandered distant with his ‘creative liberty’. This piece is more of a fan theory written with a perspective of a person who already knows the outcomes from the original and is trying to situate plug-ins to the plot. Hope it satisfied the author with his wild fantasies.
July 21, 2022
Half read this one.
Why? The book is a skip if you are looking for something like Mrityunjay. The plot has unwanted cockiness and overly described for some reason. The author has tried to bring up his own version of Karna and it's clearly not working.
Honestly I should have read reviews first so I wouldn't have wasted time on this book.
Why? The book is a skip if you are looking for something like Mrityunjay. The plot has unwanted cockiness and overly described for some reason. The author has tried to bring up his own version of Karna and it's clearly not working.
Honestly I should have read reviews first so I wouldn't have wasted time on this book.
January 30, 2022
Too much creative liberty has masked the core principles of Karna's personality. Good historical research though, atleast the objective part!
November 3, 2021
Well, Karna is no doubt an inspiring character to me. The book has the narration of karna from his childhood to the battle, the struggles he faced to achieve his dream, his relationship with his guru and his lover. Karna had a never-giving-up attitude. He fights with all the discrimination placed on him and refuses to lose his ethics and morals till his last breath. And Kevin described it pretty well through his book. Although i wanted a more brief detail on how karna got his education and the struggles he faced but over all it was a good narration, perfect for the beginner in mythological genre.
October 27, 2021
It was a huge pleasure reading this book. Author is absolutely clear in his vision, he knows exactly what he wants from his characters which worked immensely in this book. Great clarity of thought!
I was sitting in a corner, engrossed in this book, absolutely not affected by what was happening all around. And sometimes you can have that one book that can change the dynamics, I think it's Karna.
Storytelling and the Writing part are very smart and sleek. It's a gradual process to bridge the gap for both mythology and fiction lovers. I totally got amazed.
The book beautifully captures Karna's life and celebrates the evolution of mankind through spirituality and mystery of the Mahabharata. In fact, a large part of 'Karna' relies on an over-the-top approach that actually serves it well in the bits where its protagonists go all out to show the world how brilliant Karna is.
It has amazing multiple background stories that come up with one of the most diverse novel of 500+pages. It is simply unique to keep me glued to the book. In fact it is deliciously twisted.
I was sitting in a corner, engrossed in this book, absolutely not affected by what was happening all around. And sometimes you can have that one book that can change the dynamics, I think it's Karna.
Storytelling and the Writing part are very smart and sleek. It's a gradual process to bridge the gap for both mythology and fiction lovers. I totally got amazed.
The book beautifully captures Karna's life and celebrates the evolution of mankind through spirituality and mystery of the Mahabharata. In fact, a large part of 'Karna' relies on an over-the-top approach that actually serves it well in the bits where its protagonists go all out to show the world how brilliant Karna is.
It has amazing multiple background stories that come up with one of the most diverse novel of 500+pages. It is simply unique to keep me glued to the book. In fact it is deliciously twisted.
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February 9, 2022BOOK REVIEW
Karna-The King of Anga by Kevin Missal
Genre- Fiction, Mythology
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Synopsis- This book narrates the journey Vasu from being a sutaputra to becoming the king of Anga, Karna. His struggle to rebuild his identity and to fight against the society's rules that was continuously imposed on him.
My Take- The story is inspired from "Mahabharata" and the author does take creative liberty in building up the plot. For instance, reasoning and justifying the birth of the six Kunti putras.
The cover is unique and I had to mimic it.
The book has a slow start, setting up the stage, picking up pace later. The writing style is pictorial. The language is simple and elegant. The key feature of the book is how it displays the political element of "Mahabharata" through the complex and rounded characters.
P.S- This book is a treat for Karna's supporters as it enhances his revolutionary nature and his need to change the fate decided by the society.
Rating- 4/5 stars
Recommendation- Recommend it to fans of mythological. If you liked the Shiva trilogy then you should give it a try.
Karna-The King of Anga by Kevin Missal
Genre- Fiction, Mythology
-
Synopsis- This book narrates the journey Vasu from being a sutaputra to becoming the king of Anga, Karna. His struggle to rebuild his identity and to fight against the society's rules that was continuously imposed on him.
My Take- The story is inspired from "Mahabharata" and the author does take creative liberty in building up the plot. For instance, reasoning and justifying the birth of the six Kunti putras.
The cover is unique and I had to mimic it.
The book has a slow start, setting up the stage, picking up pace later. The writing style is pictorial. The language is simple and elegant. The key feature of the book is how it displays the political element of "Mahabharata" through the complex and rounded characters.
P.S- This book is a treat for Karna's supporters as it enhances his revolutionary nature and his need to change the fate decided by the society.
Rating- 4/5 stars
Recommendation- Recommend it to fans of mythological. If you liked the Shiva trilogy then you should give it a try.
November 26, 2021
Good story but non-immersive writing. Overall a little overrated.
September 21, 2021
The book is an interesting take on Karna's character and Kevin, in his signature style, takes a fresh perspective than what we are used to seeing. The storytelling is immersive as well as engaging. With almost 500+ pages, this is a fitting start to a saga. The thing that stood out for me in the book is the ease with which it begins and slowly captivates you with the tale of a character who has been wronged, more than once. The language is simple and easy to understand. Another interesting aspect of the book are the detailed explanations as to the actions of the characters, and be it any of the primary ones, Kevin has taken his time to set them up. The plot goes into flashbacks at strategic points to reveal the incidents that lead to the events of the present day. The aspect that I liked was that the focus was on Karna and the events associated with him, rather than harping about the ones who are already well-known. The book ends on a strategic note, one that makes you want to read the next one almost immediately.
The book is focused on Karna and his life, but equal emphasis is put on the characters which directly impact his life. I loved how Kevin explores Jarasandha's story to build up an opponent that tests him to the core, contributing immensely to Karna's story arc. Another character who I would look forward to is that of Drona and how he shapes up in the story as it goes further. Using the names of the Kauravas with positive connotation, Kevin sets the ground that he is not casting aspersions on any character. Suyodhana-Karna friendship is something that is well-explored and as a key element of the story, I would commend him in the way he has sketched it.
Overall, this is a wonderful start to a series, and I would certainly be looking forward to Kevin's interpretation of Karna's story.
The book is focused on Karna and his life, but equal emphasis is put on the characters which directly impact his life. I loved how Kevin explores Jarasandha's story to build up an opponent that tests him to the core, contributing immensely to Karna's story arc. Another character who I would look forward to is that of Drona and how he shapes up in the story as it goes further. Using the names of the Kauravas with positive connotation, Kevin sets the ground that he is not casting aspersions on any character. Suyodhana-Karna friendship is something that is well-explored and as a key element of the story, I would commend him in the way he has sketched it.
Overall, this is a wonderful start to a series, and I would certainly be looking forward to Kevin's interpretation of Karna's story.
October 12, 2021
The story of Mahabharata has always fascinated me. It has many hidden stories. We have always heard it from the viewpoint of Pandavas and Kauravas and Draupadi. But Karna was also an important part of the saga.
This story involves many characters. Karna was earlier known as Vasusena (Vasu). As we all know that although he was a queen's son, he had to live as a Sutaputra (son of a chariot driver). But he didn't give away his hope and shown his bravery whenever he got a chance.
The story starts in Girivraj, Magadha, with an attack on The Vijaya dock, trading centre for Magadha. The king, Jarasandha, found out that there was just one man who killed their hundreds of men and he was a soldier from Hastinapur.
It also involves characters from Mahabharata of Dhritrashtra, Suyodhana and Arjun. The bond of Karna and Arjun is narrated with warmth. As Arjun is my one of the favorite characters, it was interesting to read this part.
Kevin Missal is well-known author for his mythological fiction. He creates his own magic in the original story and the reader just flows with it. I really like his works. I read this book quickly although it's doubled in size compared to my normal reads. I have not yet read Kalki Trilogy but I am eager to read it. Anyway, if you like indian mythology especially Mahabharata, you definitely need to grab this book.
P.S. Waiting for second part - Karna - The son of Surya!
This story involves many characters. Karna was earlier known as Vasusena (Vasu). As we all know that although he was a queen's son, he had to live as a Sutaputra (son of a chariot driver). But he didn't give away his hope and shown his bravery whenever he got a chance.
The story starts in Girivraj, Magadha, with an attack on The Vijaya dock, trading centre for Magadha. The king, Jarasandha, found out that there was just one man who killed their hundreds of men and he was a soldier from Hastinapur.
It also involves characters from Mahabharata of Dhritrashtra, Suyodhana and Arjun. The bond of Karna and Arjun is narrated with warmth. As Arjun is my one of the favorite characters, it was interesting to read this part.
Kevin Missal is well-known author for his mythological fiction. He creates his own magic in the original story and the reader just flows with it. I really like his works. I read this book quickly although it's doubled in size compared to my normal reads. I have not yet read Kalki Trilogy but I am eager to read it. Anyway, if you like indian mythology especially Mahabharata, you definitely need to grab this book.
P.S. Waiting for second part - Karna - The son of Surya!
October 26, 2021
This is the story of Karna and his life from Mahabharata.
The story started with the Jarasandha, his Kingdom being attacked by only one man, as his men told him.
Then intro to Jarasandha and Aryavarta's other kingdoms.
As in a film or some books, they showed one person bad for showing his opposite person very good. So here author shows Arjuna a little bit bad or we say an evil competitor of Karna.
Then, he narrated the fight or play on Rangbhoomi beautifully from another angle.
The author wrote that Karna's mother dies at the time when he learned lessons from lord Parshurama. This is also a very new thing that I already know. So many other new things are added to the book.
To know those stories, read this book.
As we all know mythology stories are not completely true as we have seen and read those all are assumptions and Kevin also wrote his point of view. It all happened but no one saw it, and how did it happen, so every author, the narrator made his ideas and assumptions and then wrote their book.
I just love his writing in every book. It's very much engaging.
I like his all book which I read, and the same for this too.
Get it and read it. You will get something new in this book too.
Read and grow.
The story started with the Jarasandha, his Kingdom being attacked by only one man, as his men told him.
Then intro to Jarasandha and Aryavarta's other kingdoms.
As in a film or some books, they showed one person bad for showing his opposite person very good. So here author shows Arjuna a little bit bad or we say an evil competitor of Karna.
Then, he narrated the fight or play on Rangbhoomi beautifully from another angle.
The author wrote that Karna's mother dies at the time when he learned lessons from lord Parshurama. This is also a very new thing that I already know. So many other new things are added to the book.
To know those stories, read this book.
As we all know mythology stories are not completely true as we have seen and read those all are assumptions and Kevin also wrote his point of view. It all happened but no one saw it, and how did it happen, so every author, the narrator made his ideas and assumptions and then wrote their book.
I just love his writing in every book. It's very much engaging.
I like his all book which I read, and the same for this too.
Get it and read it. You will get something new in this book too.
Read and grow.
November 3, 2021
The title of the book and the cover page illustrates the main theme of the novel. This book is a masterpiece of the author KEVIN MISSAL. We have a lot of unheard mythology stories. Some authors are trying to deliver these things from different mythological characters' perspectives to give a new dimension and reach to the stories. Likewise here the author has tried. But he has recited this story in an ineffable way. That brings out the readers to eat it.
All the mythological characters and stories have an equitable moral. KARNA is also the same unique man. How he has faced all his life turning thresholds are well portrayed by the author in this novel. The dimension of this novel gives the quest to move with the novel. All Tiny aspects of the are sharpened by the author with his descriptive sense. It helps the readers to catch up with the mindset of the characters as well.
Language is rational. The plot conspiracies the sequence of the novel. Characters are adequately developed. The concept of the plot moving makes the readers to have eager to wait for the sequel of the novel.
Overall, I have been impressed by the aspect of the character KARNA.
I recommend this book to all.
All the mythological characters and stories have an equitable moral. KARNA is also the same unique man. How he has faced all his life turning thresholds are well portrayed by the author in this novel. The dimension of this novel gives the quest to move with the novel. All Tiny aspects of the are sharpened by the author with his descriptive sense. It helps the readers to catch up with the mindset of the characters as well.
Language is rational. The plot conspiracies the sequence of the novel. Characters are adequately developed. The concept of the plot moving makes the readers to have eager to wait for the sequel of the novel.
Overall, I have been impressed by the aspect of the character KARNA.
I recommend this book to all.
January 13, 2022
Would rate it at a 3.5, the half additional star is for the Narrator who persevered without a flaw.
Read as retelling, with similar character names and some relations overlapping, the book was a good listen. Though it did get a bit too long, especially with some of the pre war scenes. It just went on and on. But then so did the rivalry and war that inspired this story. So guess no surprises there.
What I did honestly like were some alternate perspectives to a single planed story, gave it an added dimension. Like an alternate Universe, but still doomed to the same ending 🤔.
Some relationships may be deemed controversial... But as said before, approach it a man who wants to be the kind he rightfully should be, a woman who is bound by her state as a princess, and other men and women who just exhibit their own superior or inferior character traits. Its all about perspectives.
Do not read with mythology in mind. I gave it a fair chance and may be you'd like it. I liked it, just felt too long for a listen though.
Read as retelling, with similar character names and some relations overlapping, the book was a good listen. Though it did get a bit too long, especially with some of the pre war scenes. It just went on and on. But then so did the rivalry and war that inspired this story. So guess no surprises there.
What I did honestly like were some alternate perspectives to a single planed story, gave it an added dimension. Like an alternate Universe, but still doomed to the same ending 🤔.
Some relationships may be deemed controversial... But as said before, approach it a man who wants to be the kind he rightfully should be, a woman who is bound by her state as a princess, and other men and women who just exhibit their own superior or inferior character traits. Its all about perspectives.
Do not read with mythology in mind. I gave it a fair chance and may be you'd like it. I liked it, just felt too long for a listen though.
March 6, 2025
Honestly, I read this book not as a historical fiction but a novel inspired by the eponymous character: something that really made me enjoy this one.
The protagonist of our story is a hero through and through. It's a clichéd underdog story but, hey, why fix something that's not broken?
I love how Karna's character grew with every chapter and I can't wait to start part 2.
The protagonist of our story is a hero through and through. It's a clichéd underdog story but, hey, why fix something that's not broken?
I love how Karna's character grew with every chapter and I can't wait to start part 2.
February 19, 2023
A good read....quite refreshing reading about Karna in not the typical way!
A very new storyline and path! Waiting for book 2!
A very new storyline and path! Waiting for book 2!
June 12, 2025
good for a one time read
November 5, 2021
4.5/5
When this book was announced , I was so excited about this, as I'm for almost every single book as they're very good and I've enjoyed them immensely. But I was also worried because he has said that he didn't wanted to write another retelling of Mahabharat, as there are already plenty of it, available from nearly every character's POV.
So, when I started reading it, it has all the Kevin's elements: Short chapters, breakneck speed, and a lot of action and political intrigue and thank him for keeping it very close to reality, and told from lots of POVs.
And the story of Karna is Mahabharat has started to fascinate many in this times as he was the so called 'underdog' of the Mahabharat. And I also had very high expectations from it and he has delivered it fully. And Kevin doesn't wonder around and sticks to the narrative of the story, showing only related to Karna or him in the scene. The introduction he gives of the characters we know and care about is so cinematic that it would've been a wonder to watch on the big screen. And he is not afraid to show the flaws in every character in this epic and that's also brilliant that he shows us, not just tells us tells us that he is bad or good. They are all flawed and all resides on the gray scale of the life.
The one thing that nigs me every time though was the time jumps we had in between chapters, I just don't like it, but they did play an important role in the story.
When this book was announced , I was so excited about this, as I'm for almost every single book as they're very good and I've enjoyed them immensely. But I was also worried because he has said that he didn't wanted to write another retelling of Mahabharat, as there are already plenty of it, available from nearly every character's POV.
So, when I started reading it, it has all the Kevin's elements: Short chapters, breakneck speed, and a lot of action and political intrigue and thank him for keeping it very close to reality, and told from lots of POVs.
And the story of Karna is Mahabharat has started to fascinate many in this times as he was the so called 'underdog' of the Mahabharat. And I also had very high expectations from it and he has delivered it fully. And Kevin doesn't wonder around and sticks to the narrative of the story, showing only related to Karna or him in the scene. The introduction he gives of the characters we know and care about is so cinematic that it would've been a wonder to watch on the big screen. And he is not afraid to show the flaws in every character in this epic and that's also brilliant that he shows us, not just tells us tells us that he is bad or good. They are all flawed and all resides on the gray scale of the life.
The one thing that nigs me every time though was the time jumps we had in between chapters, I just don't like it, but they did play an important role in the story.
November 26, 2021
I would have rated it further low if not for the pace of this book.
It's a fun read for a Mythological fiction afficiado but you can't but help notice some glaring mistakes in this book of Kevin missal.
In his last attempt with the Kalki series he had the benefit of it being a complete fiction and he could use his imagination to the fullest.
But in this case since so much is already written and known about Karna it was a little disheartening for me personally to see Kevin invent a new karna.
Example - Karna was always known as the maryada Purushottam of dwapar yug, but here in the book he is projected as someone who will do what ever it takes to win a war, which I feel he never was.
Karna was never known to be deceitful, he was always the righteous one and followed this path till his last breath.
While the author's creative freedom must be respected, but I don't think it does justice to a cult figure like Karna.
Another fact to note is the straight lift off of a scene from kung fu panda, the scene where rambhadra tells him the secret about Brahmastra is nothing but Master shifu telling Po the secret of dragon scroll, this was out right disappointing.
Hope we don't have a chetan Bhagat 2 in the making.
It's a fun read for a Mythological fiction afficiado but you can't but help notice some glaring mistakes in this book of Kevin missal.
In his last attempt with the Kalki series he had the benefit of it being a complete fiction and he could use his imagination to the fullest.
But in this case since so much is already written and known about Karna it was a little disheartening for me personally to see Kevin invent a new karna.
Example - Karna was always known as the maryada Purushottam of dwapar yug, but here in the book he is projected as someone who will do what ever it takes to win a war, which I feel he never was.
Karna was never known to be deceitful, he was always the righteous one and followed this path till his last breath.
While the author's creative freedom must be respected, but I don't think it does justice to a cult figure like Karna.
Another fact to note is the straight lift off of a scene from kung fu panda, the scene where rambhadra tells him the secret about Brahmastra is nothing but Master shifu telling Po the secret of dragon scroll, this was out right disappointing.
Hope we don't have a chetan Bhagat 2 in the making.
December 31, 2021
The author has put his hundred per cent in this story and it is a riveting tale of Karna and I loved every bit of it and you have not yet started reading the book author has written then you are missing precious stories.
It is a masterpiece and I am truly grateful that I got this book and have given my time to explore the tale and after reading this I have more reason to continue reading the story the author weaves.
This book has everything that can excite a reader and make them intrigued to read it fast as the story is fast-paced that has kept me engrossed till the end and the Ending gave me an excitement to read the next book as soon as the author release it.
It is a phenomenal tale of Karna with some intrinsic details as I have gained some knowledge that was never in the original story but the author has given Karna a chance to tell a new tale with his journey and I liked that author has made him a Smart man with a good strategic brain.
The book has more than five hundred pages but I felt that it is very less to tell the tale of Karna and I waiting to read more about him and readers who loves mythological stories go grab this book and read this as soon as possible because you are missing an amazing story.
Glimpse in a blink
Jarashangh woke up with a knock and gets a message that someone has destroyed his precious property and when he went to that place he get to know that the mass destruction which is in front of his eyes was done by one single man whom his men saw wearing an armour which has a symbol of Surya the god of light.
The blind king of Hastinapur is a sly politician and play dirty politics to gain more and more, in that he made the king of Anga his charioteer and the man was none other than the father of Vasu whom Drona gave him the name "Karna".
Karna has acquired knowledge from lord parshuram whom everyone says is an Avatar of Vishnu, but he also got a curse along with the knowledge, from the childhood he wanted to be a warrior but because of the low caste they were not even allowed to get such knowledge but his father requested the king to let him study.
He is now on the path to regaining the Kingdom his father lost because of that sly blind king, Karna hates him.
It is a masterpiece and I am truly grateful that I got this book and have given my time to explore the tale and after reading this I have more reason to continue reading the story the author weaves.
This book has everything that can excite a reader and make them intrigued to read it fast as the story is fast-paced that has kept me engrossed till the end and the Ending gave me an excitement to read the next book as soon as the author release it.
It is a phenomenal tale of Karna with some intrinsic details as I have gained some knowledge that was never in the original story but the author has given Karna a chance to tell a new tale with his journey and I liked that author has made him a Smart man with a good strategic brain.
The book has more than five hundred pages but I felt that it is very less to tell the tale of Karna and I waiting to read more about him and readers who loves mythological stories go grab this book and read this as soon as possible because you are missing an amazing story.
Glimpse in a blink
Jarashangh woke up with a knock and gets a message that someone has destroyed his precious property and when he went to that place he get to know that the mass destruction which is in front of his eyes was done by one single man whom his men saw wearing an armour which has a symbol of Surya the god of light.
The blind king of Hastinapur is a sly politician and play dirty politics to gain more and more, in that he made the king of Anga his charioteer and the man was none other than the father of Vasu whom Drona gave him the name "Karna".
Karna has acquired knowledge from lord parshuram whom everyone says is an Avatar of Vishnu, but he also got a curse along with the knowledge, from the childhood he wanted to be a warrior but because of the low caste they were not even allowed to get such knowledge but his father requested the king to let him study.
He is now on the path to regaining the Kingdom his father lost because of that sly blind king, Karna hates him.
October 14, 2023
This is not a story about a hero, it is about 'how one becomes a hero.'
About the book
This is Karna's story. Let's call him Kevin's Karna. Karn is a warrior of Mahabharata. Quite a famous character. Famously known as the tragedy hero. The book describes his journey from being an abandoned child to becoming the king of Anga. It's a story of self-discovery. In his narrative Kevin has written some of the amazing war scenes and tactics. The story has been presented with a modern perspective for the new generation readers.
About the characters
Karna, Kevin's Karna is smart, intelligent and insecure.
Sanaya, haa! Now she is a new character and an important one.
Devi, specifically about her, I could not decide whether she was a hero or a villain. The way I perceived her she represents that slot of people who are what they are because of the circumstances. You can't hate them fully, because their story makes them a victim. At the same time their actions talk otherwise. Tell me how you found her.
Doryodhan, Suyodhan, you'll get to see a different side of this character.
Review
Karna is my love. Famously known as the tragedy hero of Mahabharata. I love him as a character. Not because of his bravery or misfortunes, I love him for reasons unknown to me as well. His story has always fascinated me. I love spending my time imagining how it would be to live with him in the Mahabharata era. I just love the whole tale of Mahabharata. So you can understand how excited I must have been to read this book.
Initially my speed was damn good. I guess the adrenaline rush (excitement). Then it slowed down as some random scenes popped in. It's a fiction, so one has to expect the diversions. But at one point i felt that it was getting diverted a lot. Some of the diversions lead to total new characters and some to the known ones. The ending was good though.
I loved reading how he was described as a human and not a superhero. This makes the character so much connectable. Like us he too has insecurities. And as the books proceedes he finds answers to some of it, not all.
This is the first book in the series. I am excited for the next one.
About the book
This is Karna's story. Let's call him Kevin's Karna. Karn is a warrior of Mahabharata. Quite a famous character. Famously known as the tragedy hero. The book describes his journey from being an abandoned child to becoming the king of Anga. It's a story of self-discovery. In his narrative Kevin has written some of the amazing war scenes and tactics. The story has been presented with a modern perspective for the new generation readers.
About the characters
Karna, Kevin's Karna is smart, intelligent and insecure.
Sanaya, haa! Now she is a new character and an important one.
Devi, specifically about her, I could not decide whether she was a hero or a villain. The way I perceived her she represents that slot of people who are what they are because of the circumstances. You can't hate them fully, because their story makes them a victim. At the same time their actions talk otherwise. Tell me how you found her.
Doryodhan, Suyodhan, you'll get to see a different side of this character.
Review
Karna is my love. Famously known as the tragedy hero of Mahabharata. I love him as a character. Not because of his bravery or misfortunes, I love him for reasons unknown to me as well. His story has always fascinated me. I love spending my time imagining how it would be to live with him in the Mahabharata era. I just love the whole tale of Mahabharata. So you can understand how excited I must have been to read this book.
Initially my speed was damn good. I guess the adrenaline rush (excitement). Then it slowed down as some random scenes popped in. It's a fiction, so one has to expect the diversions. But at one point i felt that it was getting diverted a lot. Some of the diversions lead to total new characters and some to the known ones. The ending was good though.
I loved reading how he was described as a human and not a superhero. This makes the character so much connectable. Like us he too has insecurities. And as the books proceedes he finds answers to some of it, not all.
This is the first book in the series. I am excited for the next one.
October 14, 2021
👉𝐀𝐁𝐎𝐔𝐓 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐁𝐎𝐎𝐊:-
📚ⓉⒾⓉⓁⒺ:- Karna the king of Anga
🖋️ⒶⓊⓉⒽⓄⓇ:- Kevin Missal
🗞️ⓅⓊⒷⓁⒾⓈⒽⒺⓇ:- Simon & Schuster Publication
🔤ⓁⒶⓃⒼⓊⒶⒼⒺ:- English
📖ⒻⓄⓇⓂⒶⓉ:- Paperback
👉𝐒𝐘𝐍𝐎𝐏𝐒𝐈𝐒:-
It's a book moving around Karna the main protagonist of the book & it's written from the prospective of Karna his whole life, struggle for identity & becoming the most powerful fighter.
.
Karna who is known as Vasusena aka Vasu. He is the son of Adhirath. Adhirath lost the war with Dhritarashtra & discrowned from his kingdom. He was forcefully became the charioteer of King Dhritarashtra. This leads to give Karna the name of a Sutaputra & for which he had to struggle for identity in his childhood the enough respect, power, ignored & cursed.
.
But time changes when the young Vasu became the most powerful fighter & attacked Vijaya dock the trading hub of Magadha.
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When king Jarasandha came to know about it, he physically visited the place to know what's the situation & who attacked to his kingdom. Later he came to know that all the damages were done by a single person who is the destroyer of his kingdom killed hundreds of his soldiers.
.
To know the remarkable turn around grab the book & give it a try.
👉𝐏𝐎𝐒𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐄𝐒 :-
🙂 The cover of the book is an absolute masterpiece showcasing the strong identity of the greatest warrior through an illustration.
🙂 Writing style of the book is nice written from the prospective of Karna & how he is seeing his life. The most iconic journey of being a sutaputra to a fighter is written in a very boost up manner.
🙂 The language used in the book is moderate signifying the mythological plot with some lucid crisp examples gave you an edge of seat reading experience.
🙂 All tha characters are nicely developed & beautifully portrayed in the storyline.
🙂 The bond between Karna & Arjun is the show Stalker for me in the book.
🙂 The book is slowly paced with a very detailed narration of each scene that gave you a phenomenal idea about karna's life. After some pages you will start reliving his life with you.
𝐎𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐑:-🌟🌟🌟🌟🌠
📚ⓉⒾⓉⓁⒺ:- Karna the king of Anga
🖋️ⒶⓊⓉⒽⓄⓇ:- Kevin Missal
🗞️ⓅⓊⒷⓁⒾⓈⒽⒺⓇ:- Simon & Schuster Publication
🔤ⓁⒶⓃⒼⓊⒶⒼⒺ:- English
📖ⒻⓄⓇⓂⒶⓉ:- Paperback
👉𝐒𝐘𝐍𝐎𝐏𝐒𝐈𝐒:-
It's a book moving around Karna the main protagonist of the book & it's written from the prospective of Karna his whole life, struggle for identity & becoming the most powerful fighter.
.
Karna who is known as Vasusena aka Vasu. He is the son of Adhirath. Adhirath lost the war with Dhritarashtra & discrowned from his kingdom. He was forcefully became the charioteer of King Dhritarashtra. This leads to give Karna the name of a Sutaputra & for which he had to struggle for identity in his childhood the enough respect, power, ignored & cursed.
.
But time changes when the young Vasu became the most powerful fighter & attacked Vijaya dock the trading hub of Magadha.
.
When king Jarasandha came to know about it, he physically visited the place to know what's the situation & who attacked to his kingdom. Later he came to know that all the damages were done by a single person who is the destroyer of his kingdom killed hundreds of his soldiers.
.
To know the remarkable turn around grab the book & give it a try.
👉𝐏𝐎𝐒𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐄𝐒 :-
🙂 The cover of the book is an absolute masterpiece showcasing the strong identity of the greatest warrior through an illustration.
🙂 Writing style of the book is nice written from the prospective of Karna & how he is seeing his life. The most iconic journey of being a sutaputra to a fighter is written in a very boost up manner.
🙂 The language used in the book is moderate signifying the mythological plot with some lucid crisp examples gave you an edge of seat reading experience.
🙂 All tha characters are nicely developed & beautifully portrayed in the storyline.
🙂 The bond between Karna & Arjun is the show Stalker for me in the book.
🙂 The book is slowly paced with a very detailed narration of each scene that gave you a phenomenal idea about karna's life. After some pages you will start reliving his life with you.
𝐎𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐑:-🌟🌟🌟🌟🌠
November 9, 2021
A Brilliantly scripted anecdote on one of the most hated, misjudged and misunderstood character in Mahabharata, 'Karna' in this 1st part of the historical fictional series by Kevin Missal. The book goes on to elucidate the life of Karna from his birth, his struggles and how he converted his failures into success, some of which we may all know while some others are still mystical. The storyline toggles back and forth in time, from his birth, to the time he was found by his adoptive mother Radha and the erestwhile king of Anga, Adirath to his days in the gurukul learning alongside Pandavas and Kauravas from Guru Dronacharya, his learnings from Lord Parshuram, and his subsequent curse is a testimony of a Kshatriya's languished life, riddled by neglection of birthright by his true parents, hurt by the woman he loved and ostracized by the community as a sutaputr (son of a charioteer). In an attempt to win back his father's kingdom, Anga he is in a relentless pursuit of allies for a battle against Jarasandha - with Dhridhrashtra, Nishadhs and Mlecchas all of whom betray him at the last minute, leaving him to be a failure. After the initial lack of trust, Suyodhan becomes his only ally, a true friend and support until his death. Karna was always reminded of failure as his weakness and, in the ultimate battle with Jarasandha to win over Anga, he transforms this weakness into an opportunity, making a strategic ploy that not only surprised his stalwart adversary but also forced him to accept defeat. The book also contains narratives of his duel with Arjun in a couple of instances, that demonstrate the righteousness and integrity of the warriors despite their bitterness. Albeit, the story is a blend of history and fiction, the protagonist aka Karna is portrayed as one who survived against all odds and transformed into one of the most courageous and indomitable warriors known to mankind. A well recommended read to all book lovers and waiting for the second book in the series.
December 28, 2021
This is a retelling of the story of Karna, one of the greatest warriors in Indian mythology. Born out of wedlock, abandoned by his biological mother, and brought up by foster parents from lower caste, he was denied his rightful place in society. He was also ridiculed – the only person who stood by him was Duryodhana, offering him his friendship and the kingdom of Anga.
But what I had read was that the kingdom of Anga was offered to Karna by Duryodhana when the former was denied the right to bid for the hand of Panchali in the Swayam Var. I also thought that Adhiratha, Karna’s adoptive father, was the royal charioteer, and not the king of Anga. I also knew that Duryodhana was the given name to the eldest son of Dhritarashtra. I always thought that Jarasandha was created by fusion of two halves.
Kevin Missal gives his own interpretation to what we have read. Duryodhana was named Suyodhan, Adhiratha was the king of Anga, but was forced into the position of charioteer to Dhritarashtra because of a behind the scenes manipulative treaty between him and Jarasandha to usurp the timber rich lands of Anga. Suyodhan convinces his father to give Karna the kingdom of Anga to defeat Jarasandha in war.
Missal also tells us that Karna and Draupadi had a crush on each other since early adolescence – Karna loved her, but Panchali decides to marry Arjun for the social status. He also tells us that Jarasandha had a twin brother who was kept under wraps. There are many more of such events in this story of Karna from his early adulthood. The story frequently traces Karna’s childhood, adolescence, and his crush on Panchali, in flashbacks.
It is these unusual narrations and interpretations to what we have read that makes the book an interesting story. In a way, the book is also an attempt at narrating what might have happened in the real world as against what might be considered other worldly that we have read.
I have only one grudge against the author – there is an abundance of cuss words. My half point less is the objection of the puritan in me.
But what I had read was that the kingdom of Anga was offered to Karna by Duryodhana when the former was denied the right to bid for the hand of Panchali in the Swayam Var. I also thought that Adhiratha, Karna’s adoptive father, was the royal charioteer, and not the king of Anga. I also knew that Duryodhana was the given name to the eldest son of Dhritarashtra. I always thought that Jarasandha was created by fusion of two halves.
Kevin Missal gives his own interpretation to what we have read. Duryodhana was named Suyodhan, Adhiratha was the king of Anga, but was forced into the position of charioteer to Dhritarashtra because of a behind the scenes manipulative treaty between him and Jarasandha to usurp the timber rich lands of Anga. Suyodhan convinces his father to give Karna the kingdom of Anga to defeat Jarasandha in war.
Missal also tells us that Karna and Draupadi had a crush on each other since early adolescence – Karna loved her, but Panchali decides to marry Arjun for the social status. He also tells us that Jarasandha had a twin brother who was kept under wraps. There are many more of such events in this story of Karna from his early adulthood. The story frequently traces Karna’s childhood, adolescence, and his crush on Panchali, in flashbacks.
It is these unusual narrations and interpretations to what we have read that makes the book an interesting story. In a way, the book is also an attempt at narrating what might have happened in the real world as against what might be considered other worldly that we have read.
I have only one grudge against the author – there is an abundance of cuss words. My half point less is the objection of the puritan in me.
October 4, 2021
📍 As the title says, this book talks about none other than Karna.
📍 Earlier he was known as Vasusena, so sometimes he is called Vasu as well. This is the story of him from nothing but a sutaputra to being the King of Anga, the timberland of Bharat.
📍 The story starts in Girivraj, Magadha, with an attack on The Vijaya dock, trading centre for Magadha. It was an important port from where they'd set their ships to travel far west towards the Greek.
📍 So, the king, Jarasandha himself goes to see who has attacked and what had happened there. Later he finds out that it was only one soldier who attacked there, killed hundreds of his men and had looted him, it was said that he was a soldier of Hastinapur.
📍 Dhritrashtra and Drona finds out that Jarasandha has stated war against Hastinapur, but they don't know why he is doing so. They are also preparing themselves for this upcoming war.
📍 This war is going to happen in Anga, where Dhritarashtra has no king, then his eldest son Suyodhan, a friend of Karna, suggests his father to make Karna the king of Anga as he thinks that Karna can win this war with a small army of Anga.
📍 There are many questions come up in your mind. First one is, who's that soldier that attacked Vijaya dock? Will Dhritarashtra listen to his son's advice to make Karna the king of Anga? Will Karna be able to win this war with this less people in his army? Will he achieve the title- Karna : The King of Anga? What's going to happen in this war?
📍 The language of the book is simple, you can easily understand it. The narration of the story is done pretty well. The story is so interesting that it makes you turn page by page till the end. There will be a next part to this book in the line.
📍 Read the book to know how the story goes. You will have a great read.
📍 Earlier he was known as Vasusena, so sometimes he is called Vasu as well. This is the story of him from nothing but a sutaputra to being the King of Anga, the timberland of Bharat.
📍 The story starts in Girivraj, Magadha, with an attack on The Vijaya dock, trading centre for Magadha. It was an important port from where they'd set their ships to travel far west towards the Greek.
📍 So, the king, Jarasandha himself goes to see who has attacked and what had happened there. Later he finds out that it was only one soldier who attacked there, killed hundreds of his men and had looted him, it was said that he was a soldier of Hastinapur.
📍 Dhritrashtra and Drona finds out that Jarasandha has stated war against Hastinapur, but they don't know why he is doing so. They are also preparing themselves for this upcoming war.
📍 This war is going to happen in Anga, where Dhritarashtra has no king, then his eldest son Suyodhan, a friend of Karna, suggests his father to make Karna the king of Anga as he thinks that Karna can win this war with a small army of Anga.
📍 There are many questions come up in your mind. First one is, who's that soldier that attacked Vijaya dock? Will Dhritarashtra listen to his son's advice to make Karna the king of Anga? Will Karna be able to win this war with this less people in his army? Will he achieve the title- Karna : The King of Anga? What's going to happen in this war?
📍 The language of the book is simple, you can easily understand it. The narration of the story is done pretty well. The story is so interesting that it makes you turn page by page till the end. There will be a next part to this book in the line.
📍 Read the book to know how the story goes. You will have a great read.
October 25, 2021
𝐊𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐚'𝐬 𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡 𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐡𝐚𝐛𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐚 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐣𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐚𝐧 𝐞𝐱𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐥𝐲 𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐥 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐡𝐮𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐮𝐧𝐟𝐚𝐢𝐫 𝐜𝐢𝐫𝐜𝐮𝐦𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐛𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡.
Karna is usually perceived as a very misunderstood character in the Mahabharata. Although he was wrong when he killed innocent Abhimanyu with his hands, lied to Parshuram and the most disheartening incident when he didn't utter a word during the time of 'Draupadi cheer hara' . But being a Sutputra, he was being neglected from getting the learnings from his childhood. He has gone through a lot of struggle and pain since his birth. Which I feel was injustice with Karna and many others.
When Karna was born, he was put into a buoyant basket and let down the river stream, later to be found by a then-childless Adhirath - the charioteer of King Dhritarashtra.
-𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐊𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧 𝐰𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐦 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐡𝐦𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚
Being a Sutputra, Karna was afraid if he revealed his identity in front of Parshurama, he gonna deny it as was done by Guru Dronacharya. Parshuram taught him Brahmastra but accidentally he discovered that Karna was a Kshatriya by birth. He cursed him that he will forget the very potent mantra on the battlefield when he most needed it.
And due to this, Karna forgot his mantra on the battlefield and was killed by Arjun
The author has done a commendable job. He has portrayed the character very well. He has done a good amount of research and explained all the incidents very well. The cover is very attractive and has a strong effect. You won't feel bored at any point which is hard to find in any mythology read. There is no lack on the emotions part as well. In total, I must say it is a fabulous book and must-read. One of the best reads of this month.
Karna is usually perceived as a very misunderstood character in the Mahabharata. Although he was wrong when he killed innocent Abhimanyu with his hands, lied to Parshuram and the most disheartening incident when he didn't utter a word during the time of 'Draupadi cheer hara' . But being a Sutputra, he was being neglected from getting the learnings from his childhood. He has gone through a lot of struggle and pain since his birth. Which I feel was injustice with Karna and many others.
When Karna was born, he was put into a buoyant basket and let down the river stream, later to be found by a then-childless Adhirath - the charioteer of King Dhritarashtra.
-𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐊𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧 𝐰𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐦 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐡𝐦𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚
Being a Sutputra, Karna was afraid if he revealed his identity in front of Parshurama, he gonna deny it as was done by Guru Dronacharya. Parshuram taught him Brahmastra but accidentally he discovered that Karna was a Kshatriya by birth. He cursed him that he will forget the very potent mantra on the battlefield when he most needed it.
And due to this, Karna forgot his mantra on the battlefield and was killed by Arjun
The author has done a commendable job. He has portrayed the character very well. He has done a good amount of research and explained all the incidents very well. The cover is very attractive and has a strong effect. You won't feel bored at any point which is hard to find in any mythology read. There is no lack on the emotions part as well. In total, I must say it is a fabulous book and must-read. One of the best reads of this month.
October 16, 2021
Assalamu Alaikum 😊, 'He knew he was fighting against Good, he knew he will lose, he knew his is near but why is he praised?? Its is for his steadiness, sacrifice and righteousness' - Random thoughts
Book📗: 'Karna- The King of Anga' by Kevin Missal
Genre 📸: Mythology/ Mythological Fiction
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Overall Ratings 🌟 : 4 / 5
Pages📚: 523
Language : Easy and Stylish
Safemark 💫 : 3 / 5
(Safemark - It denotes that the safety with the presence of Romantic content. 5 denotes the presence of no Romantic content and 4.5 denotes the little occurrence of such and likewise)
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👑 Karna, the king of Anga, doesn't require an introduction. He is one of the most popular characters of 'Mahabharat'. I generally don't go for Mythology but still as normal viewers I feel that the actual story of Karna isn't revelaed that much. Author speaks about the birth, character, warfare, love life, crowing as a king of Anga and much more.
👑 As a person who watched this epic in 'Tv shows, never knew that there is a deep back story of Karna. Especially the part where Adhirath was actually a king of 'Anga'. Book gives you unknown facts and justifications for certain actions in his life.
👑 Well researched and wonderfully crafted, this book never makes you feel bored, eventhough it has 500+ pages. You can have a clear view of the life of kings and their politics during the olden times. Impressive work, this is the first book of Kevin Missal i had ever read. Looking forward to read more. Waiting for the second part 'Karna- The son of Surya' to get to know the complete journey of Karna
December 21, 2021
While discussing about Mahabharata the heroic character that first comes to our mind is ARJUN but to me KARNA is no less than a great warrior, king and thus a Hero. So, today I am going to write about a splendid book based on Karna's life written by renowned Indian Mythological fiction writer Kevin Missal. As this is a book of more than 500 pages so you can understand that it contains minute details about his life being the King of Anga - from the struggle of becoming the king to reigning as the king.
This book is well equiped with all the necessary elements like war scenes, character development,war strategies etc. that are required for a good Indian Mythological fiction. We can say that it's the Mahabharata retold through Karna's life.
As I have not read the original Mahabharata so I got acquainted with many other relevant characters other than Karna. The author has intricately and microscopically painted all the personalities and their backgrounds. Their human nature & emotions other than being a king or warrior has been depicted well. It showed that they were also a son, brother, husband, father and friend apart from being a king or warrior and their struggles in their personal life also.
The author's retrospective study and the artistry of visualization made this novel a jewelled and luxurious treat for mythological fiction lovers.
I profoundly relished and learnt a lot as well. And the most merry thing is that it's the Book 1 of the Karna series that means we will again get Karna as ' The Son of Surya ' in the next part (Book 2). So, it's just the beginning..... 😍
This book is well equiped with all the necessary elements like war scenes, character development,war strategies etc. that are required for a good Indian Mythological fiction. We can say that it's the Mahabharata retold through Karna's life.
As I have not read the original Mahabharata so I got acquainted with many other relevant characters other than Karna. The author has intricately and microscopically painted all the personalities and their backgrounds. Their human nature & emotions other than being a king or warrior has been depicted well. It showed that they were also a son, brother, husband, father and friend apart from being a king or warrior and their struggles in their personal life also.
The author's retrospective study and the artistry of visualization made this novel a jewelled and luxurious treat for mythological fiction lovers.
I profoundly relished and learnt a lot as well. And the most merry thing is that it's the Book 1 of the Karna series that means we will again get Karna as ' The Son of Surya ' in the next part (Book 2). So, it's just the beginning..... 😍
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