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A review by ms_marple
Samsara: Enter the Valley of the Gods by Saksham Garg
3.0
Is Samsara the Indianized version of J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter? That statement does not sit well with me. Although there are hints of Harry Potter, the basic plotline is quite different. It's heavily based on Indian mythology but has its own unique charm. The novel has also subtly shed light on the recent concern about the impending nationalist world. That is what interests me the most.
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Phones and smartphones cease to function, and arms begin to glow with blue scars.
Aman Chandra and ten other Souls of Samsara are abducted from modern-day India and carried to a secluded region in the Himalayas for training. The Souls of Samsara's mission in this magical world, home to Hindu gods, immortal yogis, and mythological monsters, is clear: study the ancient skill of yogic sorcery and prepare within one year for a hazardous voyage not many can survive.
Before they receive any answers, the Souls of Samsara understand there is a more profound plan at work. The gods' monarch has issued a contentious decree. And Aman must make a difficult decision that will affect not just his life but also the fate of an entire nation.
But why do they have to embark on this journey? And how are the gods involved in all of this?
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Grab your copies and go on this mystical quest with Aman and ten other Souls of Samsara to find out the answers.
I have conflicting feelings about this book. I won't say I despise it. I'm not going to claim I love it. It is somewhere in the middle. I loved the writing, but I couldn't help but notice similarities between the narrative of Rick Riordan's "Percy Jackson" series. I wish there were more new things! But the final few chapters have entirely changed my perspective and assessment; therefore, I've given this book three blooming stars. I like the story's twists and turns in the climax, as well as how the author left me on a cliffhanger, and I eagerly await the next part.
Thanks, Penguin India, for providing me with the review copy.
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Phones and smartphones cease to function, and arms begin to glow with blue scars.
Aman Chandra and ten other Souls of Samsara are abducted from modern-day India and carried to a secluded region in the Himalayas for training. The Souls of Samsara's mission in this magical world, home to Hindu gods, immortal yogis, and mythological monsters, is clear: study the ancient skill of yogic sorcery and prepare within one year for a hazardous voyage not many can survive.
Before they receive any answers, the Souls of Samsara understand there is a more profound plan at work. The gods' monarch has issued a contentious decree. And Aman must make a difficult decision that will affect not just his life but also the fate of an entire nation.
But why do they have to embark on this journey? And how are the gods involved in all of this?
--
Grab your copies and go on this mystical quest with Aman and ten other Souls of Samsara to find out the answers.
I have conflicting feelings about this book. I won't say I despise it. I'm not going to claim I love it. It is somewhere in the middle. I loved the writing, but I couldn't help but notice similarities between the narrative of Rick Riordan's "Percy Jackson" series. I wish there were more new things! But the final few chapters have entirely changed my perspective and assessment; therefore, I've given this book three blooming stars. I like the story's twists and turns in the climax, as well as how the author left me on a cliffhanger, and I eagerly await the next part.
Thanks, Penguin India, for providing me with the review copy.