An apt follow through to the Shiva trilogy. Ramayana and Mahabharata have always been retold in many different ways, it would be really interesting to see how Amish treats the subject. The book was a fast read, unlike the Shiva trilogy, since by now we are used to Amish's way of writing. Now, is that a positive or a negative, only the following publications would say. Enjoyed the read but for one fact. While in the Shiva trilogy, the concept of Nagas, for example, was clearly explained, Amish, I believe, takes it for granted that the reader would have already read his earlier trilogy and hence does not dwell deep in to this and other concepts touched upon in the Shiva trilogy. A little more explanation would have made it a better read.
The characterisation of Rama, Sita, Lakshman, Bharath and all the other leads are done well. You are instantly drawn towards the enigmatic personality of Ram and are able to empathise with this trials and tribulations right away.
The first part does not reveal too much of the plot to come and hence, in a way, makes us wanting to read the next one. Hope Amish releases that soon.
Good read.
