Book: Shiva Trilogy Author: Amish Tripathi Genre: Fiction(Mythology)
Neither I am an atheist nor someone who can describe the verses of Mahabharata or Ramayana at the tip of my fingers. I bought the first book of Shiva Trilogy which is “The Immortals of Maluha” for two reasons. One, that I liked the cover page while going through many books on the shelf of a bookshop, and second that my sister pointed twice towards it. Few books of Indian authors that I read before this one, really made me question my choice of randomly picking up books. However, I am delighted that I decided to buy this trilogy.
Book Review
I am not overstating when I say that the point at which the first novel ends, you fanatically look for part 2 because you get so hooked up with the story.
Many centuries ago in 1900 BC, a story unfolds with the main character called Shiva. The story is set in a place called Maluha. A young Tibetan tribal named Shiva reaches in Maluha soon to discover that he is the legendary Neelkanth who is predicted to be the savior of Suryavanshis. Twists and the turns of the story will really keep you glued to the books. The first book of the series is the best one. The series of this novel has all the elements in it to be a best seller. The story has love, mystery, secret, war, and philosophy all in one package. In the second book, Shiva is on a journey that will take him across the length and breadth of ancient India. The final part of the trilogy reveals the last and the vigorous journey that Shiva undertakes in order to destroy the evil.
The Immortals of Maluha
The Secret of Nagas
The Oath of Vayuputras
What I did not like about the trilogy.
By the time I reached the third part of the novel, my interest started subsiding. I somehow did not find the last part as engaging as the first one. I was expecting more from the last part of this trilogy but I was really disappointed with it.
Recommendation:
The author is a brilliant imaginative storyteller who understands the younger age group’s modern outlook and blends it perfectly with ancient folklore. I would without a doubt recommend this trilogy to be there in your book collection. Reading about the mythological characters that you have heard of in your childhood through your grandparents or parents is certainly a perk which is why you instantly connect with the thought process of the writer. The author’s books portray his belief that religiosity and liberalism go hand in hand.
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Yeah I agree. The series started out on a high note, but then diminished in quality. Was eager for the second book once The Immortals was done with. The Nagas didn’t feel that exciting. The Vayuputras seemed rushed and written for-sake-of. 😛
Have been eyeing these for sometime. Your review makes me want to read them now.. will buy it as soon as I visit the store next!
Very interactive review great for book lover like me gives clear cut idea about the book, this book would be good read for me thanks for sharing
Hey such a wow review! I haven’t read it yet but have heard grt things about it from the husband !
Loved your review. And I have read this triology. Amazing work.
It almost feels like you took me through the book right in front of me. Thanks a lot for the share:-)
I agree…the books tend to get slow in between, especially towards the end of the third book. However overall I really enjoyed his modern interpretation of ancient mythology. Now eagerly waiting to get my hands on the second book of the Lord Ram series.
I love the way he narrates it in modern terms .. First read his book on Ramayana and then went to the trilogy 🙂 oh and well
Written blog
I didn’t read Amish’s Shiva Trilogy until all three books were released and were big hits. I was under the impression that since I am not very keen to read mythology, I will not like the books. However when one of my friend forced me to read, I read all three back to back in a week. Now I am in love with his writing. The way he has built parallels between mythology & modern day politics, administration structure is just amazing. Your review is just so apt
Thank you 😀
Seems like a great book.. Would grab this soon, once I finish my current one.
It is indeed a series worth your time, do read it once you get time… Thank you for stopping by 😀
Seems Interesting !!!
It indeed is 😀
This series is astounding. I fell in love with the Shiva depicted in the book.
Yes me too… Thank you for reading 😀
This is so wel wriitten
Thank you 😀
Looks like an interesting read!
It indeed is 😀
Sounds a good read! Plus I loved the style you reviewed the book;)
Thank you so much, means a lot 😀