BOOK REVIEW OF INDIAN AUTHORS discussion

The recently released book titled ‘Chandigarh Unmasked – A young city’s Harappan past’ by senior journalist Vibhor Mohan traces the history of the capital city from the prehistoric times to the present. It is a fictional account woven around the key milestones in the city’s lifespan of 70 years.

The story promises to take the readers on a roller roaster rise, making them see the city’s existing landmarks in a new light. At the same time, the novel seeks to draw attention to the possibility that the planned, modern city could be located on an equally well-planned prehistoric Indus Valley Civilization site buried underneath.

“What if India’s first modern city stands on a glorious prehistoric past? I’m sure that the chance discovery of Harappan artefacts in the 1960s ignited the imagination of many city residents, as it did in case of the story’s protagonist, who even falls for a Harappan muse. The grid system of road networks in Chandigarh and Mohenjo Daro is a strange coincidence. Instead of presenting already well known facts about Chandigarh,

Khagesvara Mythological fiction

The story was pretty quick, with many twists. Though it keeps you involved, it is something which you want to keep aside. The story builds up slowly and soon you realize that it is building up to something big. The book is not predictable. Most of the times, when a conflict was going on, readers was not able to anticipate the next page. It is something which can hold your breath.

It also brings to light certain key topics like loyalty, companionship and the battle to banish evil from our minds.The language of the books is modern, everyday and very simple English, which makes it easy for any reader to relate to.Near the end of the book, when actual conflict happens, it happens too quickly in a matter of a few pages. Though soon you see that there is more to come in the sequels.

Which book are you talking about?


Sujith wrote: "Khagesvara Mythological fiction

The story was pretty quick, with many twists. Though it keeps you involved, it is something which you want to keep aside. The story builds up slowly and soon you r..."