The Undoing Dance: You Will Be Seduced Completely
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The Undoing Dance: You Will Be Seduced Completely

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In post-independence Madras, Kalyani, a devadasi’s daughter, hides her past for a life of comfort. When her mother’s dance is filmed, secrets unravel, challenging tradition and modernity. Explore themes of art, identity, and societal change in this captivating tale by Srividya Natarajan.

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Description

  • ISBN-13: 9789386228895
  • Publisher: Juggernaut
  • Binding: Hardcover
  • Language: English
  • Weight: 439.9845989 gr
  • ISBN-10: 9386228890
  • Publisher Date: 30 Nov 2018
  • Height: 39.99992 mm
  • No of Pages: 400
  • Width: 139.99972 mm

25 reviews for The Undoing Dance: You Will Be Seduced Completely

  1. Jatin Chaudhary –

    The historical setting was well-researched. The story was good, but some parts were slow-paced and dull.

  2. Tirupati V Sai Akash –

    Natarajan’s prose is stunning! I was completely immersed in Madras. Some parts were confusing, but overall a great read.

  3. Toshiv Mata –

    A thought-provoking novel. The exploration of art and identity was particularly well done. I absolutely loved this.

  4. Sushant Kumar Singh –

    A beautifully written story about identity and tradition. Kalyani’s journey is captivating, though the pacing felt a bit slow at times.

  5. Jyoti Baghel –

    A compelling story about a young woman’s journey to rediscover her past. I felt it lost steam halfway.

  6. Utkarsh Kumar –

    I enjoyed learning about the devadasi culture. The ending felt rushed, but I appreciated the exploration of societal change.

  7. Ashish Kumar –

    An interesting look into a different world. I struggled to connect with some of the characters, but it was informative.

  8. Ishika Arya –

    A beautifully written and evocative story. I especially loved all the dance related descriptions. A wonderful read!

  9. Soham Anup Aychitte –

    The book completely swept me away. I couldn’t put it down, and I want to read it again.

  10. Aman Devasthale –

    A story filled with rich historical detail, and dance. It can be slow at times, but well worth the time to get invested.

  11. Vishu Chauhan –

    While the premise was interesting, I found the characters to be somewhat underdeveloped. Still an okay read.

  12. Aayushi Dobhal –

    A powerful novel that explores complex themes with grace. Kalyani’s struggles resonated deeply. Highly recommend!

  13. Lukshyaraj Samal –

    I was moved by Kalyani’s strength and resilience. A must-read for anyone interested in Indian history and culture.

  14. Anubhav Pandey –

    This book will immerse you in the world of dance and cultural complexity. Very thought-provoking and moving.

  15. Dhruv Singh –

    The descriptions of the dance were mesmerizing. The plot was predictable, but still an enjoyable read.

  16. Priyanshu Jain –

    The Undoing Dance is a vibrant portrayal of post-independence Madras. Kalyani is well-developed.

  17. Damanpreet Singh –

    While the story was interesting, I found some parts difficult to follow. The main character wasn’t quite gripping.

  18. Aadira A Nambi –

    This book is a gem! The author’s writing style is just amazing and I would recommend everyone to read it.

  19. Thummalapalli Manoj –

    The author’s language is powerful and creates vivid imagery. The theme of identity was very thought-provoking.

  20. Jyotirmayee –

    The book was an okay read, but I wouldn’t say it’s seducing. The main character was quite unlikeable.

  21. Arjun Raj K T –

    Not really my cup of tea, but it was nice to learn about a new culture. I struggled to connect with story.

  22. Keshav Bedi –

    Natarajan’s writing is lyrical and captivating. The storyline and plot were well-crafted.

  23. Yashasvi Manish Modi –

    The historical context was fascinating. Sometimes the story dragged, but the cultural insights made it worthwhile.

  24. Ajeet Kumar Gupta –

    I enjoyed learning about the Devadasi tradition. Some characters could have been explored in more detail.

  25. Ankit Parsoya –

    This book had moments of brilliance, but some sections felt underdeveloped. I loved the exploration of art and identity.

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