In this podcast, we share our views on - The Mug Of Melancholy By Rohit Chakrabory. In this book, the author explores a fictional fantasy tale that will remind you of Harry Potter books.

Book: The Mug of Melancholy

Author: Rohit Chakraborty

Genre: Fantasy, Fiction

Publisher: 4 Hour Books 

Quick Podcast Guide:

00:00 - Introduction.

04:32 - The Plot

06:12 Views and Reviews

07:29 Quotes

09:28 - Summary 

Summary:

The book works nicely at many aspects. If you love fantasy writing than this one is definitely worth going for, once at least. The book is primarily written for young adults and the content seems enjoyable for them for sure.

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Book Review Link:

https://thinkerviews.com/books/the-mug-of-melancholy-a-fantasy-book-which-follows-harry-potter-path-personal-reviews/

Quick Purchase Links:

Amazon India: 

Kindle EBook: https://amzn.to/3CpFsID

Amazon US:

Kindle EBook: https://amzn.to/3AamTGy

Paperback: https://amzn.to/3ChnsjA

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In this podcast, we share our views on Chronicle of Lost Empire : Secrets of Nalanda By Mala Mukherjee . In this book, the author explores a fictional tale set up around historical places and time.

Book: Chronicle of Lost Empire : Secrets of Nalanda

Author: Mala Mukherjee

Genre: Fiction

Publisher: BookRix

Quick Podcast Guide:

00:00 - Introduction.

00:55 - Book Cover

01:45 - The Plot

06:12 - Views and Reviews

14:00 - Summary 

Summary:

A little lengthy and complicated book which requires the reader’s attention to it, which remains true to its genre, provides you the thrills expected, good at literary qualities. It is a a genuine attempt to pen a worthy historical fiction which you will love to read.

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Book Review Link:

https://thinkerviews.com/books/english-books/chronicle-of-lost-empire-secrets-of-nalanda-by-mala-mukherjee-book-reviews/

Author Interview:

https://thinkerviews.com/interviews/author-mala-mukherjee-chronicle-lost-empire-secret-nalanda/

Quick Purchase Links:

Amazon India: 

Kindle EBook: https://amzn.to/3rHU2WQ

Amazon US:

Kindle EBook: https://amzn.to/3f9f9ML

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In this podcast, we share our views on - AChanakya: The Legend Begins By Ashok K Banker. In this book, the author explores a fictional childhood journey of Chanakya - the legendary scholar, strategist, economist, teacher and much more; the modern historical times has seen.

Book: Chanakya: The Legend Begins

Author: Ashok K Banker

Genre: Fiction

Publisher: Westland

Quick Podcast Guide:

00:00 - Introduction.

01:22 - Book Cover

02:22 - The Plot

04:22 Views and Reviews

15:22 - Summary 

Summary:

A historical fiction where “fiction” is more emphasized. You need to read it with an open mind. I consider the play with historical character as a negative attribute and think that the author could have done much better.

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https://youtu.be/i4FMJ71OHGE

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Book Review Link:

https://thinkerviews.com/books/chanakya-the-legend-begins-by-ashok-k-banker-book-reviews/

Quick Purchase Links:

Amazon India: 

Kindle EBook: https://amzn.to/3beWo5N

Paperback: https://amzn.to/3beWo5N

Amazon US:

Kindle EBook: https://amzn.to/2L7uXAq

Paperback: https://amzn.to/3bh7fw9

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In this podcast, we share our views on - An Impossible Journey: 1 By Deepak Kripal . In this book, the author explores a few animal's journey to an almost unreachable place and meet "the one" who can grant them the way of survival. 

Book: The Devil’s Gate : An Impossible Journey: 1

Author: Deepak Kripal

Genre: Magic, Adventure, Kids, Children, Mythology, Fantasy, Fiction

Publisher: Leadstart Publishing Pvt. Ltd.

Quick Video Guide:

00:00 - Introduction.

00:55 - Book Cover

01:56- Views and Reviews

09:16 - Summary 

Summary:

Overall, a nice and gripping thriller. The book is appealing for the children as well. It would be interesting to see its response by children. May be the book requires better marketing and awareness about it. It may be an Indian answer to popular kids literature (like Chronicles of Narnia; The Hobbit; Harry Potter series,…).

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Book Review Link:

https://thinkerviews.com/books/devils-gate-impossible-journey-1-deepak-kripal-book-reviews/

Author Interview:

https://thinkerviews.com/author-name/interesting-interview-author-deepak-kripal/

Quick Purchase Links:

Amazon India: 

Kindle EBook: https://amzn.to/2U6JCEd

Paperback: https://amzn.to/3knY0Co

Amazon US:

Kindle EBook: https://amzn.to/3xVRMhn

Paperback: https://amzn.to/3em36eT

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In this podcast, we share our views on - Finding Arun  by Marisha Pink. In this book, the author explores the Indian way of living from a foreigner's perspective.

Book: Finding Arun

Author: Marisha Pink

Genre: Self Realization, Cultural Crossover

Publisher: Not By The Book

Quick Podcast Guide:

00:00 - Introduction.

01:05 - Book Cover

02:22- The Plot

05:11 - Views and Reviews

12:02 - Summary 

Summary:

Overall, an emotional and moderately good book about self realization and cultural crossover. It has its own limitations, but a serious reader will find it interesting for sure.

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https://youtu.be/gbMYaMv6Xsk

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Book Review Link:

https://thinkerviews.com/books/english-books/finding-arun-by-marisha-pink-book-review/

Quick Purchase Links:

Amazon India: 

Kindle EBook: https://amzn.to/2UzVOwS

Paperback: https://amzn.to/3hQJaBB

Amazon US:

Kindle EBook: https://amzn.to/2TPn4Y8

Paperback: https://amzn.to/3hOonid

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In this podcast, we share our views on - Vanara  by Anand Neelakantan. In this book, the author explores the fictional incidents happened around Baali, Sugreeva and Tara from his unique perspective.

Book: Vanara

Tagline: The Legend of Baali, Sugreeva and Tara

Author: Anand Neelakantan

Genre: Mythology Re-imagined/Re-told

Publisher: Westland Books

Quick Podcast Guide:

00:00 - Introduction.

01:37 - About This Book

02:37 - Book Cover

03:40- The Plot

06:20 - Views and Reviews

16:11 - Summary 

Summary:

Overall, a book that you can read only with an open mind.  In terms of literary aspects and thrilling moments, the book is nothing less than a well-scripted thriller movie.

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Book Review Link:

https://thinkerviews.com/books/english-books/vanara-by-anand-neelakantan-book-review/

Quick Purchase Links:

Amazon India: 

Kindle EBook: https://amzn.to/33cnjLJ

Paperback: https://amzn.to/2rfog8M

Amazon US:

Kindle EBook: https://amzn.to/2KNLTfA

Paperback: https://amzn.to/2KNLTfA

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Other Books By The Same Author:

1) Meenakshi: The Story Of Raavan’s Sister 

https://thinkerviews.com/books/english-books/meenakshi-the-story-of-raavans-sister-by-anand-neelakantan-book-reviews/

2) Bhoomija: Sita 

https://thinkerviews.com/books/english-books/bhoomija-sita-by-anand-neelakantan-book-reviews/

3) Shanta (The Story Of Rama’s Sister) 

https://thinkerviews.com/books/english-books/shanta-the-story-of-ramas-sister-by-anand-neelakantan-book-reviews/

4) The Rise of Sivagami: Book 1 of Baahubali – Before the Beginning

https://thinkerviews.com/books/english-books/the-rise-of-sivagami-book-1-of-baahubali-before-the-beginning-book-reviews/

5) Asura: Tale of The Vanquished

https://thinkerviews.com/books/english-books/asura-tale-of-the-vanquished-by-anand-neelakantan-book-reviews/

In this podcast, we share our views on - I, Duryodhana...  by Pradeep Govind. In this book, the author explores the incidents of Mahabharata (aka Mahabharat) from Duyodhana's perspective.

Book: I, Duryodhana...

Author: Pradeep Govind

Genre: Mythology Re-imagined/Re-told

Publisher: Om Books International

Quick Podcast Guide:

00:00 - Introduction.

02:08 - Book Cover

03:07- The Plot

05:57 - Views and Reviews

16:45 - Summary 

Summary:

Because you know the story of Duryodhana and Mahabharata, this book allows you to explore characters and perspectives and form your opinions rather than focusing on “what happens next”, and that I think makes it a good read.

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Book Review Link:

https://thinkerviews.com/books/english-books/i-duryodhana-by-pradeep-govind-book-review/

Author Interview:

https://thinkerviews.com/interviews/interview-pradeep-govind-author-i-duryodhana/

Quick Purchase Links:

Amazon India: 

Kindle EBook: https://amzn.to/3iYjQfg

Paperback: https://amzn.to/3gKhRK2

Amazon US:

Kindle EBook: https://amzn.to/2orOzr9

Paperback: https://amzn.to/31ZpMcp

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Other Related Books:

1) Corpokshetra: https://youtu.be/ItggqD6rwU0

2) Jaya: https://thinkerviews.com/books/jaya-an-illustrated-retelling-of-the-mahabharata-book-review/

3) Barbarika - https://thinkerviews.com/books/english-books/barbarika-by-hariharan-raju-book-reviews/

4) Ashwatthama's Redemption: https://thinkerviews.com/books/english-books/ashwatthamas-redemption-the-rise-of-dandak-by-gunjan-porwal-book-review/

5) Bhimsen - https://youtu.be/qnTO-BPP_kw

6) Shikhandini: Warrior Princess Of Mahabharata - https://youtu.be/9l6gtAVLE0k

In this podcast, we share our views on - Shikhandini: Warrior Princess of the Mahabharata  by Ashwini Shenoy. It is the first full length book about Shikhandini we came to read. Of course, relevant parts of Mahabharat are found in the book. The book takes a rational approach to ancient Bharatiya (Indian) knowledge and way of living.

Book: Shikhandini: Warrior Princess of the Mahabharata

Author: Ashwini Shenoy

Genre: Mythology Re-imagined/Re-told

Publisher: Leadstart Publishing Pvt Ltd

Quick Podcast Guide:

00:00 - Introduction.

03:15 - Book Cover

04:31- The Plot

06:33 - Views and Reviews

17:23 - Summary 

Summary:

Overall, an interesting representation of Mahabharata from the perspective of an unsung (or less sung) hero – Shikhandini; in a realistic and rational manner.

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Book Review Link:

https://thinkerviews.com/books/english-books/shikhandini-warrior-princess-of-the-mahabharata-book-review/

Quick Purchase Links:

Amazon India: 

Kindle EBook: https://amzn.to/2r0z0rO

Paperback: https://amzn.to/35t9IS1

Amazon US:

Kindle EBook: https://amzn.to/2rHyOhB

Paperback: https://amzn.to/2S0dHBF

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Other Books Mentioned In The Podcast:

1) Corpokshetra: https://youtu.be/ItggqD6rwU0

2) Jaya: https://thinkerviews.com/books/jaya-an-illustrated-retelling-of-the-mahabharata-book-review/

3) Barbarika - https://thinkerviews.com/books/english-books/barbarika-by-hariharan-raju-book-reviews/

4) Ashwatthama's Redemption: https://thinkerviews.com/books/english-books/ashwatthamas-redemption-the-rise-of-dandak-by-gunjan-porwal-book-review/

5) Bhimsen - https://youtu.be/qnTO-BPP_kw

In this podcast, we share our views on - Udayan: The Forgotten Pandava  by Rajendra Kher. This review is based on the English translation done by Prashant Talinkar,  of the original Marathi book.

Quick Podcast Guide:

00:00 - Introduction.

04:55 - Book Cover

06:11- The Plot

11:58 - Views and Reviews

18:47 - Summary 

Summary:

If you like exploring Indian mythology and retelling of ancient tales, this book is definitely a must-read. It is a good reading experience for everyone. There is no age-bar despite having love-stories and wars explored in the book. Overall, I enjoyed reading it.

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https://thinkerviews.com/books/english-books/udayan-the-forgotten-pandava-by-rajendra-kher-book-review/

Quick Purchase Links:

Amazon India: 

Kindle EBook: https://amzn.to/3pPbJTB

Paperback: https://amzn.to/2RJSDlj

Amazon US:

Kindle EBook: https://amzn.to/2TobYZu

Paperback: https://amzn.to/3565y46

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In this podcast, we share our views on - Corpokshetra: Mahabharata in the MBA Yug. This is a "mythology reimagined and retold in the modern perspective" book. A fun ride for the readers.

Quick Podcast Guide:

00:00 - Introduction.

02:33 - Book Cover

03:10 - The Plot

04:38 - Views and Reviews

13:16 - Summary

Summary:

If you are looking for light reading material which you can read with open mind, you will definitely like it. And yes, some smiles on your face are expected to be seen when you are reading it 

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Book Review Link:

https://thinkerviews.com/books/english-books/corpokshetra-mahabharata-in-the-mba-yug-by-deepak-kaul-book-reviews/

Author Interview:

https://thinkerviews.com/interviews/interview-of-deepak-kaul-author-of-corpokshetra/

Quick Purchase Links:

Amazon India: 

Kindle EBook: https://amzn.to/34O27Pb

Paperback: https://amzn.to/34O27Pb

Amazon US:

Kindle Ebook: https://amzn.to/3ig7yhP

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