Book Review - Tara's Truce by Kavita Kane

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BOOK: Tara's Truce
AUTHOR: Kavita Kane
GENRE: Indian Mythological Fiction

📝RATING:
⚡️Storyline: 4.2/5
⚡️Literature: 4/5


📖PLOT: 

We are all familiar with the revered history and folklore of Ramayana. Anyone who is familiar with Ramayana is cognizant of the important role played by the 'Vanara' tribe led by Sugriv to aid Lord Ram in rescuing Lady Sita from Ravan.

Tara's Truce by Kavita Kane is a story from the perspective of the eponymous character who is the Queen of the Vanara tribe, ruling the Kingdom of Kishkindh.

✒️MY TAKE: 

Inspiring, Enchanting, Heart-wrenching!

These 3 words sum up my experience of reading this book through the eyes of Tara.

Inspiring because of Tara's perspicacity, leadership abilities, and adroit statesmanship that ensured the rise, prosperity, and protection of Kishkindh while the men were busy fighting their ego battles.

Enchanting because of the author's ability of weave a beautiful and evocative story highlighting the concept of gender fluidity and showcasing an untapped chapter in the Indian mythology that played a pivotal role in the outcome of the Ramayana.

Heart-wrenching because of the author's sensitivity to portray how women suffer from becoming a natural target at the altar of the mindless revenge sought by men. I felt a myriad range of emotions that galvanised a sense of comradeship with Tara's plight and to a certain extent to Ruma's condition. They loved their respective men with all their heart only to be tossed aside for 'Kama' and 'Krodh'.


The author has immaculately portrayed the two vices which led to the destruction of their individual being. Sugriv's desire or 'Kama' left him all alone despite getting the crown of Kishkindh while Vali's anger or 'Krodh' led to his tragic downfall.

Overall, Tara's Truce is a must-read for all the mythological enthusiasts and readers from all walks of genres to enjoy a stirring plot, powerful character development, and how your short term vision and actions have far reaching consequences. 

Moreover, this book is an ode to the resilience of women who do not give up on their duty even at the face of adversity.

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