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The Epic of Kautilya #2
Way of the Rakshasa
“To purge the weak and make way for the strong…that's the Way of the Rakshasa!” Adi is a young boy with the heightened senses of his rakshasa father and the formidable speed and strength of his demigod mother. When his parents are killed for going against the rakshasa way, Adi's world is shattered. Two legendary warriors, loyal to his mother, adopt him. Their transform Adi into a living weapon to safeguard him in a world that is deeply hostile to his heritage. But young Adi craves acceptance from society and to live an ordinary life. A mysterious message about his past leads Adi to embark on a perilous journey to the war-torn island of Lanka. Accompanying him is the love of his life, the astute princess Kautilya, who is certain they are heading into a trap.As Adi uncovers the details of his family's death, he faces an excruciating will he fight alongside his adoptive parents or against them?Experience this epic fantasy tale, deeply rooted in Indian culture. It is a journey filled with heart-pounding suspense and thrilling action that will keep you on the edge of your seat. As Adi's loyalty, love, and identity are pushed to their limits, the only path to his survival may be the Way of the Rakshasa.
374 pages, Paperback
Published November 20, 2023
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Deepak Thomas
3 books26 followersDeepak Thomas writes fantasy and sci-fi inspired by Indian culture and history. He is the author of The Epic of Kautilya series, an epic fantasy series inspired by Ancient India.
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December 22, 2023
One of the most interesting books I have read till now
This book Way of the Rakshasa takes readers on an enthralling journey woven with rich Indian cultural elements. Author Deepak Thomas skillfully crafts a narrative that delves into Adi's struggle for acceptance amidst his powerful heritage.
The clash between loyalty to his adoptive parents and the allure of an ordinary life creates a gripping emotional conflict. As Adi unravels the mysteries surrounding his family's demise, the story escalates with heart-pounding suspense and thrilling action.
Deepak Thomas masterfully balances intense choices and the complexities of love and identity, compelling readers to the edge of their seats. The vividly portrayed world, coupled with Adi's compelling character arc, makes this epic fantasy a riveting and immersive read.
"Way of the Rakshasa" is a tale of resilience, loyalty, and the intricate balance between one's origins and destiny.
This book Way of the Rakshasa takes readers on an enthralling journey woven with rich Indian cultural elements. Author Deepak Thomas skillfully crafts a narrative that delves into Adi's struggle for acceptance amidst his powerful heritage.
The clash between loyalty to his adoptive parents and the allure of an ordinary life creates a gripping emotional conflict. As Adi unravels the mysteries surrounding his family's demise, the story escalates with heart-pounding suspense and thrilling action.
Deepak Thomas masterfully balances intense choices and the complexities of love and identity, compelling readers to the edge of their seats. The vividly portrayed world, coupled with Adi's compelling character arc, makes this epic fantasy a riveting and immersive read.
"Way of the Rakshasa" is a tale of resilience, loyalty, and the intricate balance between one's origins and destiny.
July 17, 2025
It is a good book, a fast-paced novel. I wish the author would finish the story
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January 30, 2025I'm proud to share with you: Way of the Rakshasa, the sequel to my first book, Born to Be King.
Tolstoy believed that art was a means of communicating emotion. If there is no feeling, then there is no art.
Growing up, I was the constant outsider. I’d lived in six different cities and studied at nine different schools. I was always the shy new transfer student.
Some places, I was mocked for my strange accent. Other places, I didn’t relate to the culture. Over time, I realised that I was not unique in this.
We all feel out of place sometimes. We’re all at the intersection of myriad identities and constant conflict of loyalties but desperate to fit in. It can be a burden but it is also liberating.
Our uniqueness, the one thing that makes us outsiders, can be our strength too. And it manifests itself when we are surrounded by people who love us not despite what we are but because of it.
It’s a universal feeling, and with globalization and immigration, it’s a feeling that’s bound to grow. Way of the Rakshasa is about a lot of things, but primarily it’s about this feeling. The need to give back to the world that will never truly accept you. I hope I have conveyed it to the best of my ability and I am looking forward to hearing your thoughts on the matter.
It's a long overdue sequel, so I thank you for your patience. But the reason I took so much time is that I tried a lot of new storytelling techniques with this book. This book has flashbacks, multiple points of view and timelines, and lots more.
For those who've already read Book One, I hope you will enjoy coming back to your old favorite characters. For those starting your journey today, I really envy you. You'll be able to spend twice as much time with these guys as the rest of us did when the first book came out.
So please read the book and please leave a review over here. A review is the best way to help an upcoming author.
Happy reading!
Tolstoy believed that art was a means of communicating emotion. If there is no feeling, then there is no art.
Growing up, I was the constant outsider. I’d lived in six different cities and studied at nine different schools. I was always the shy new transfer student.
Some places, I was mocked for my strange accent. Other places, I didn’t relate to the culture. Over time, I realised that I was not unique in this.
We all feel out of place sometimes. We’re all at the intersection of myriad identities and constant conflict of loyalties but desperate to fit in. It can be a burden but it is also liberating.
Our uniqueness, the one thing that makes us outsiders, can be our strength too. And it manifests itself when we are surrounded by people who love us not despite what we are but because of it.
It’s a universal feeling, and with globalization and immigration, it’s a feeling that’s bound to grow. Way of the Rakshasa is about a lot of things, but primarily it’s about this feeling. The need to give back to the world that will never truly accept you. I hope I have conveyed it to the best of my ability and I am looking forward to hearing your thoughts on the matter.
It's a long overdue sequel, so I thank you for your patience. But the reason I took so much time is that I tried a lot of new storytelling techniques with this book. This book has flashbacks, multiple points of view and timelines, and lots more.
For those who've already read Book One, I hope you will enjoy coming back to your old favorite characters. For those starting your journey today, I really envy you. You'll be able to spend twice as much time with these guys as the rest of us did when the first book came out.
So please read the book and please leave a review over here. A review is the best way to help an upcoming author.
Happy reading!
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