A review by shelbyanoel
Ten Incarnations of Rebellion by Vaishnavi Patel

challenging dark emotional sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

Thank you for the advanced reader copy of this book! It is very different than my normal Historical Fiction picks. I did love the fiction of India and independence from the British. I loved this book and it was very sad about the rebellion and times that the characters Kalki's  were rebelling and revolting against the grain. The fight for freedom of violence and non-violence actions based upon Indian beliefs and past. The narrative text of this novel (Kalki) really worked and helped me connect and relate to her as a resistance. I would highly recommend this book to those who love Historical fiction works. This was a powerful story and helped me empathize and have compassion with those that have suffered in the independence of India. 

Thank you Random House Publishing Group, Ballatine, and NetGalley for this ARC and recommendation!