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One Who Swam with the Fishes: Girls of the Mahabharata
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Discover Satyavati’s untold story in One Who Swam with the Fishes. Before the Mahabharata, she was a fisher-maiden, a child of an apsara and a king, cursed and destined for greatness. Meenakshi Reddy Madhavan reimagines her journey through adolescence in the Vedic age, facing magic, sages, and a king already betrothed. Witness her rise to become Queen of Hastinapur.
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Prithvi Raj Parashar –
Not great or bad. Some parts are slow. It explores the complexities of Satyavati, and I enjoy this.
Yogesh Kataria –
I couldn’t put it down! Satyavati’s story had me hooked from the beginning. The author did a great job.
Kunal Gupta –
Beautifully written and thought-provoking. I loved learning about Satyavati’s early life. A must-read for fans of mythology.
Rochan Goel –
Highly recommend for any mythology enthusiast! Author is able to build a whole world and interesting character.
Anshu Singh –
The author does a great job of humanizing a legendary figure. Some events felt glossed over, but it’s a worthwhile addition to Mahabharata retellings.
Manjeet Dahiya –
An original story that I enjoyed reading over a short weekend. Characters were engaging. A good read.
Nisarg Vimal Lukka –
The author’s vision of Satyavati’s childhood is vivid. I enjoyed learning about lesser known stories in Mahabharata. Great book
Namit Kumar Yadav –
A captivating read! Satyavati’s journey from fisher-maiden to queen is fascinating. I couldn’t put it down.
Srishti Singh –
Didn’t quite live up to the hype. Satyavati felt distant. Felt like there were some missing pieces.
Jayant Raghav –
An interesting reimagining, but I struggled to connect with Satyavati. The writing style is a bit dense at times. Worth a try if you’re curious.
Shiv Haridas Lakhara –
A unique, but uneven narrative! The writing style felt disjointed at times. I enjoyed learning about Satyavati.
Shreya Singh –
A good book that opens your mind to new stories! It inspires you to read other Mahabharata stories.
Uroosa Anwer –
A powerful and moving story about a woman who defied expectations. Satyavati’s strength is inspiring.
Oisharya Chaudhuri –
Madhavan brings Satyavati to life! I enjoyed seeing the Mahabharata from a new angle. Some parts felt rushed, but overall, compelling.
Akshit Kumar –
Intriguing take on a classic. Satyavati’s struggles felt real, and the author paints a vivid picture of the era. Highly recommended.
Vishnuvardhan Veeravijaybabu Pinjala –
I wanted to love this, but it didn’t quite click for me. The writing is good, but the story felt a bit dry. Maybe I expected too much.
Ishika Mandal –
A fantastic exploration into a mythological figure’s history! It’s interesting and a fast read.
Jay Raj Sharma –
This book is a gem! It transported me to the world of the Mahabharata and gave me a new appreciation for Satyavati.
Ashutosh Anil Rai –
A fresh perspective on Satyavati! The writing was beautiful, but I wished for a bit more depth in exploring her motivations. Still, a good read.
Satya Saran –
I appreciated the focus on Satyavati’s perspective. The pacing was uneven, but the story kept me engaged.
Dev Kumar Gupta –
A captivating story that kept me engaged from beginning to end! I had no idea about Satyavati’s story
Aayush Sharma –
I loved this book! The author writes so well and makes me feel like I’m in the Vedic age. Recommend to my bookclub.
Raghav Aggarwal –
I was hoping for more magic! The story is well-written, but it felt more like historical fiction than a fantasy retelling. Still enjoyable.
Soumya Salini Kar –
A unique and compelling story! Madhavan’s portrayal of Satyavati is both strong and vulnerable. Highly recommended.
Nidhi Singh –
I wanted more depth in character building. Story good. Pacing a little off at times.