Book: Rama Of The Axe
Author: Ranjith Radhakrishnan
Genre: Mythological Fiction
Publisher: Westland
Pages: 368
We all have heard about Parshurama somewhere or the other, like in Ram-Lakshman-Parshuramn Samvad (राम लक्ष्मण परशुराम संवाद), or because he is believed to be one of the Chiranjeevis (immortals). But somehow, we mostly saw him as a part of a story rather than of his own. And this mythological fiction, Rama Of The Axe by Ranjith Radhakrishnan shows us his story.
Ramabhadra, whom we know as Parshurama was the son of Jamadagni, a Saptarshi and Renuka, and carries a huge baggage of a prophecy. A prophecy that made him against Chakravarti Samrat Karthavirya Arjuna, who was once a great ruler, but with the advantages of boons and powers, became a reckless king and dictator. But what will happen when they collide? Read the book to know more.
Reading a book about someone whom I have heard a lot about, but in bits and pieces as an altogether complete story was a wonderful experience. The war sequences were written very well. The story was very intriguing from start to end and was able to hold the interest and suspense till the end.
I loved the character development of Ramabhadra and Arjuna but I wish there could have been more about the characters other than the lead ones, like Manorama, Renuka, Akrita, and Guru Dattatreya. Although there were moments of ups and downs with the writing, what kept it going was the interesting story.
If you are someone who is intrigued by the personality of Parshurama and wants to read about his story of becoming Parshurama from Ramabhadra, this fictional tale might be your next read. I’ll give it 3.62/5 stars.
I was provided a copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.
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