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Originally posted by: 23Diya

Omg, it was the same for me too😆 The only part that I liked and still (somewhat) remember was the fight scene and Sati's death towards the end of the book. To be precise, the last five chapters or so, I think🤣

Sati's death was really gut wrenching yaar.. Amish did a good job with that scene. And I loved the depiction of Shiva's grief. The moment she died, I thought Shiva would go berserk and Amish didn't disappoint.

Originally posted by: 23Diya

A question for everyone who has read GoT series and recommends reading it. Can each of the books in this series be read as a standalone, or is it one big story? I know that the series has at least two more books to be published yet, so if I read the 5 published books, will I be left with an incomplete story?

Unfortunately the books are a big, long story. And not all the books have the same quality. GRRM has really gone full out on world building and characters. It's quite overwhelming really. That said, it is a great story and one that deserves to be read. The first few books are just so bloody great. However if you don't like cliffhangers, you might just want to wait for the remaining two books to get published, if they ever get published. Also, the tv series kinda resolves many plotlines so it's not like you'll be totally ignorant as to what will happen next.

But if you are looking for something similar but shorter, I have a recommendation. The First Law Trilogy by Joe Abercrombie. It's like an all out classic fantasy with wizards and a barbarian and a soldier with quests and all. But it's not your usual classic fantasy. There are some very well done twists. And if you are a person who cares about character development more than plot, you're going to love Abercrombie's cast of characters, especially Sand dan Glokta. He's one of the best charactercharacters ever created in the whole fantasy genre IMO.

Do lemme know if you give these books a go.

Originally posted by: DelusionsOfNeha

I'm still exploring, haven't read much

I have read the children's versions of various Puranas and other mythological stories.

The Great Indian Novel by Shashi Tharoor is a bulky but very interesting read!

The Palace of Illusions is good.

I loved Dinkar's poem/book Rashmirathi (based on Karna)

A friend of mine has published his book based on mytho-historical fiction "Tarikshir:The Awakening" second part will be out next year mostly. Author is Khayaal Patel. The book is a rollercoaster ride of emotions and potpourri of genres but beautiful characters and storyline.

That's all for now. Aur yaad ayega to batati hu😳

Hey, it's awesome to have talented friends like that. I just checked out his book on GR and I have to say it sounds really interesting, and added it to my TBR even before I read the outstanding reviews.

I haven't read a single book you mentioned here😆 but several are on my tbr.

Originally posted by: aryapdane

Sati's death was really gut wrenching yaar.. Amish did a good job with that scene. And I loved the depiction of Shiva's grief. The moment she died, I thought Shiva would go berserk and Amish didn't disappoint.

I agree. I loved all his fight scenes. I think he's brilliant with those. Another thing I love in all his books is the way he portrays relationships and their progress. The dynamics between Sati, Kali, Ganesh, Kartik, Shiva and even the side characters were brilliantly written. I wish he hadn't gone so deep with his philosophical ramblings. I would've loved the third one just as much as the first two.

Originally posted by: 23Diya

I'd love that. Let me know if the others are interested too😛

Originally posted by: aryapdane

Oh thats great to hear.. I think you'll find the first few chapters a little bit slow, mainly because we are getting introduced to the characters. And being a character focused story, GRRM really lets the plot take a back seat just to explore the nuances of the characters. The same can be said for GOT tv series although I really feel weird recommending this series to any one after the disaster of the final season. But the first 4 seasons are just brilliant. The start can be slow, especially if you aren't an epic fantasy reader/watcher. But I think if you just manage to sit through the first episode, you'll want to continue it. Also, if you are interested in politics of a world, you'd enjoy GOT a lot.

Originally posted by: Interstellarr

Okay I am requesting MODs to reopen it, I'll tag you there once it gets reopened. Only after opening I will get to know about it. If anyone here are Potterheads and love Potterverse like I do, you can join there too....

Sounds great!😃

I'll be waiting.

I don't think I'll manage to read the second book this month. I'm terribly busy and facing a reading slump at the same time.😵 I just crossed 100 pages mark on the romance read.

Originally posted by: 23Diya

Sounds great!😃

I'll be waiting.

Originally posted by: 23Diya

I don't think I'll manage to read the second book this month. I'm terribly busy and facing a reading slump at the same time.😵 I just crossed 100 pages mark on the romance read.

How is it?

I started Eileen but finding it boring so far.