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Ashwatthama

Written by: Kevin Missal
Narrated by: Vijayan Menon
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Long time ago, Ashwatthama, a great warrior, was cursed by Lord Krishna to walk the lands with a curse of a bleeding forehead and boils on his skin, for choosing violence instead of forgiveness.

He's said to walk even today—amongst the people. And many have seen him.

Hari, a seemingly idyllic librarian, who goes on his life, is haunted by the visions of Ashwatthama, so much so that he's whisked into unpredictable situations featuring—icy demigods, an ancient sword made from the fires of a demon and an unspeakable evil that has risen to exact his vengeance.

All this while, he must learn his true identity and embrace the hero within.

From the chapters of Mahabharata comes a modern-day spin on the fabled hero or villain, to learn and understand how he lives and saves the current world.

©2024 Kevin Missal (P)2024 Audible Originals, LLC. Action & Adventure
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Great story, once I started couldn't stop before finishing. When is the next part coming?

Captivating Story

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This is my first book from Kevin Missal and it was not at all disappointing. I listened to this book on audio and it was such a fast paced and action packed book.

We follow the life of Ashwatthama post Mahabharata war. The book takes place in the present with elements of military, mythology and science fiction all woven seamlessly into an adventurous story with a wholesome ending.
Lessons are learnt, the misery of those grieving ends and so many other emotions were involved in the story. In the midst of all chaos Mayasura’s sunshine character with his cheeky grins was a welcome reprieve.
A mythical character makes a brief appearance making Instagram references and I was jumping up and down in absolute delight.
The bittersweet ending to the book and a mention of Ashwatthama’s role in Kalki’s life and Kaliyuga has me looking forward to reading The Kalki series by this author.
I highly recommend this book if you’re looking for a relatively small and simple Indian Mythology based book.
The only reason this book is not a five star for me is because of the mildly cinematic touch to the action scenes.

Fast Paced and Well Narrated

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This one brilliantly weaved ancient Indian scriptures with modern science fiction, creating a potent mix of anticipation and thrill. Its compelling length made it impossible to stop, turning the experience into a marathon session. The story remains largely engaging and enjoyable.

Decent listen.

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it's a fast paste story with elements from mythology and science fiction intertwined together to present fantastic thriller

fast paced

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would have focussed more on the story to connect the dots with the mythology and current affairs

narration was good along with BGM

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Ashwatthama: A Captivating Blend of Mythology and Modernity
If you're looking for a unique and engaging read that seamlessly weaves ancient mythology into a modern setting, look no further than "Ashwatthama." This captivating novel takes the immortal character of Ashwatthama from the epic Mahabharata and thrusts him into the complexities of the contemporary world.
The author skillfully interweaves elements of mythology, keeping readers on the edge of their seats as they follow Ashwatthama's journey through time. The story strikes a perfect balance between honoring the rich tapestry of Indian mythology and creating a fresh and exciting narrative that resonates with modern audiences.
Overall, "Ashwatthama" is a highly recommended read for anyone who enjoys a good blend of mythology and fiction. It's a thought-provoking and entertaining adventure that will leave you pondering the timeless themes of duty, revenge, and redemption long after you turn the final page.

Ashwatthama: A Captivating Blend of Mythology and Modernity

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Amorphous, Boring, Dragging and at best idiotic. The author completely lost control of what he was trying to tell. I nearly thought of returning it but finally decided to bear the mental torture till completion. The narrator has a good diction and very clean delivery. But voice modulation for every character, so needed for such audiobooks was lacking.
The music was amateurish and more a disturbance than something creating any worthwhile special effects.

Can't be worse than this

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was little bit disappointed. storytelling wasn't gripping and felt like a bad C grade movie at times.

not up to Kevin's standards

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