Book Review #20 : "9 Yards of Silk" by Sakshi Kiran
This book shows us the different perspectives on the story of Shakuntala and Dushyant, and Shakuntala’s parents - Menaka and Vishwamitra.
The fun fact is the elaboration of the story by the author in her style. She has molded the entire narration in a quite surreal way. We will get to know the backstory of Shakuntala’s existence. We will see how the penance played a major role in so many things on earth. The unsung sacrifice of heaven’s apsara, in this case Menaka, showed a contrary side of emotions and luxury.
Whole story revolved around two main characters - Shakuntala and Menaka, and their respective stories. Both of them eventually acknowledged the same purpose and their conclusions.
Personally, I liked vivid imagery created amidst all chaos happening in the characters’ lives. The description of beauty of earth, the lavishness of heaven, and the battle of common man and Gods - everything was perfectly synced with narrative closures. As I am biased to Mythological stories, I do believe, author has justified her interest in creating an unreal decorum of ancient stories, experimenting with known but unique characters.
Also, I would like to appreciate the author on her debut entry to this beautiful genre. Must read for all generations and all kinds of readers.
Thanks for reviewing this ❤️. Been a long time I have heard anything on this book since new one is out and I keep on promoting that one mostly. But really grateful and touched with this kind gesture.
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