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Supercop of Aryavrat
“Do you think you are the SuperCop of Aryavrat?”
Balram’s words continue to haunt a helpless Krishna, as he watches the Yadav clan go on a rampage. The year is 3102 BC. Krishna lies all alone in a forest and resurrects in his mind the events of his adventurous life.
His venturesome journey began in the cradle itself. From his childhood escapades to the thrills of his youth, the eternal charmer dazzled hundreds of women and later became the ‘go to man’ of the entire populace of Aryavrat.
His life meandered from Gokul to Dwarka, and from Pushkar to Assam until the great war happened. Could he have prevented it altogether? Did it change the course of Krishna’s life? Maybe.
Mithilesh Kumar spins a tale in which love and romance blossom while the fiercest of battles are being fought, treachery and malevolence raise their ugly heads time and again, alliances are forged, friendships are tested, unlikely events happen and the ‘SuperCop’ manages it all with panache.
Balram’s words continue to haunt a helpless Krishna, as he watches the Yadav clan go on a rampage. The year is 3102 BC. Krishna lies all alone in a forest and resurrects in his mind the events of his adventurous life.
His venturesome journey began in the cradle itself. From his childhood escapades to the thrills of his youth, the eternal charmer dazzled hundreds of women and later became the ‘go to man’ of the entire populace of Aryavrat.
His life meandered from Gokul to Dwarka, and from Pushkar to Assam until the great war happened. Could he have prevented it altogether? Did it change the course of Krishna’s life? Maybe.
Mithilesh Kumar spins a tale in which love and romance blossom while the fiercest of battles are being fought, treachery and malevolence raise their ugly heads time and again, alliances are forged, friendships are tested, unlikely events happen and the ‘SuperCop’ manages it all with panache.
296 pages, Paperback
Published May 14, 2019
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October 5, 2019
KRISHNA'S KINDNESS
Supercop of Aryavrat is none other than Krishna, the saviour and god himself. This book tells his story through his eyes. The book begins on the note when everything is ending. The Yadav clan is scattered, the Mahabharata war is over and Krishna is ruminating on his life and times.
As his own brother, Balram’s words force him to introspect, Krishna sees devastation all around him. The scores of deaths make him doubt his actions and if he could have avoided all this carnage. The author has penned a Supercop of Aryavrat like a memoir of Krishna. The story unfolds from before his birth and finished with the curse by Gandhari.
Supercop of Aryavrat makes Krishna as a guardian and custodian of all that is good, trying to keep everyone safe. He stops the oppressors and evil kings, powerful demons and the Kauravas. His kindness, love and affection for all his family and his people are the driving force for his actions.
Even though it is a comprehensive story I found that several times the incident is narrated hurriedly or just glossed over. The language is simple, modern almost like the incidents are occurring in the present day. The writing is not smooth, the sentences could have a better flow and order. At times the actions of two characters would intermingle and lead to confusion. A round of editing would have made the book stand out since it has excellent content but lacking prose.
Supercop of Aryavrat is an ode to the life and times of Krishna. Often forgotten, ignored incidents are brought to light and shared in the story. The details and events are well documented and make an entertaining read. The language is very modern and ensures an easy and fast read. The events of yore are narrated as if they are happening in our present times.
The author has presented all the conflicts and trials of those difficult times with ease. The life of Krishna, the reason for his involvement in the various fights with so many rulers, the challenges he faced, the evil he conquered are all described in the book.
The incident of how he was married to 1600 wives is explained in the Supercop of Aryavrat so we understand how it was possible. However, I found the continuous desire of kings and various princesses to marry him even though he was married almost like the fan following of our film stars today. Krishna was quite a celebrity in his times as he is now!
The story is interesting, entertaining and all of us will remember some parts from the life and times of Krishna. Reading the book, Supercop of Aryavrat is like reading the stories we heard as a kid. A well-researched book that will reinforce the reasons why Krishna is one of the most loved gods.
Supercop of Aryavrat is none other than Krishna, the saviour and god himself. This book tells his story through his eyes. The book begins on the note when everything is ending. The Yadav clan is scattered, the Mahabharata war is over and Krishna is ruminating on his life and times.
As his own brother, Balram’s words force him to introspect, Krishna sees devastation all around him. The scores of deaths make him doubt his actions and if he could have avoided all this carnage. The author has penned a Supercop of Aryavrat like a memoir of Krishna. The story unfolds from before his birth and finished with the curse by Gandhari.
Supercop of Aryavrat makes Krishna as a guardian and custodian of all that is good, trying to keep everyone safe. He stops the oppressors and evil kings, powerful demons and the Kauravas. His kindness, love and affection for all his family and his people are the driving force for his actions.
Even though it is a comprehensive story I found that several times the incident is narrated hurriedly or just glossed over. The language is simple, modern almost like the incidents are occurring in the present day. The writing is not smooth, the sentences could have a better flow and order. At times the actions of two characters would intermingle and lead to confusion. A round of editing would have made the book stand out since it has excellent content but lacking prose.
Supercop of Aryavrat is an ode to the life and times of Krishna. Often forgotten, ignored incidents are brought to light and shared in the story. The details and events are well documented and make an entertaining read. The language is very modern and ensures an easy and fast read. The events of yore are narrated as if they are happening in our present times.
The author has presented all the conflicts and trials of those difficult times with ease. The life of Krishna, the reason for his involvement in the various fights with so many rulers, the challenges he faced, the evil he conquered are all described in the book.
The incident of how he was married to 1600 wives is explained in the Supercop of Aryavrat so we understand how it was possible. However, I found the continuous desire of kings and various princesses to marry him even though he was married almost like the fan following of our film stars today. Krishna was quite a celebrity in his times as he is now!
The story is interesting, entertaining and all of us will remember some parts from the life and times of Krishna. Reading the book, Supercop of Aryavrat is like reading the stories we heard as a kid. A well-researched book that will reinforce the reasons why Krishna is one of the most loved gods.
November 18, 2019
Supercop of Aryavrat is a historical fiction that, for the first time in the history of Indian literature, takes into account Krishna’s voice in the entire chain of events leading to the great war of Mahabharat. The book begins with the description of the culmination of the Yadava clan which came to happen because of Gandhari’s spiteful curse. This is followed by Krishna’s introspection wherein he recalls his days of childhood to the point when he is all devastated and his being lay in shreds.
As you read this book, you are introduced to Krishna’s perspective on all the stories doing rounds amidst humankind from the centuries. We get to know about Krishna’s journey, how he made his way through evils, drama, how he strategized his plans for designing the course of events, how he was pushed into doing things and how he had been portrayed misleadingly. This book does a brave job of bringing Krishna to the focus and talk about things through his eye.
The simple writing style of the author made the text comprehensible and easy to grasp. I liked his imaginative storytelling which brings into light lesser-known facts and narratives. But, at certain points, I found the book a little dull in narration. I found the presentation quite plain and upfront. Although this would benefit the newbies and the readers who love the simplistic narration, I, perhaps, found it a little difficult to keep up with it. That does make it a bit heavy one to consume and might demand more time than usual to get through it. Nonetheless, the author did a splendid job at portraying both the dark and bright sides of Krishna and this brings me to an important point that the title of the book perfectly complements it. Truly, Krishna was the central point of this entire sequence of dramatic events. Also, the cover is super amazing. I loved every bit of it.
If you’d like to read something fresh and unique about Krishna, you may definitely go for this book.
As you read this book, you are introduced to Krishna’s perspective on all the stories doing rounds amidst humankind from the centuries. We get to know about Krishna’s journey, how he made his way through evils, drama, how he strategized his plans for designing the course of events, how he was pushed into doing things and how he had been portrayed misleadingly. This book does a brave job of bringing Krishna to the focus and talk about things through his eye.
The simple writing style of the author made the text comprehensible and easy to grasp. I liked his imaginative storytelling which brings into light lesser-known facts and narratives. But, at certain points, I found the book a little dull in narration. I found the presentation quite plain and upfront. Although this would benefit the newbies and the readers who love the simplistic narration, I, perhaps, found it a little difficult to keep up with it. That does make it a bit heavy one to consume and might demand more time than usual to get through it. Nonetheless, the author did a splendid job at portraying both the dark and bright sides of Krishna and this brings me to an important point that the title of the book perfectly complements it. Truly, Krishna was the central point of this entire sequence of dramatic events. Also, the cover is super amazing. I loved every bit of it.
If you’d like to read something fresh and unique about Krishna, you may definitely go for this book.
November 1, 2019
A sneak-peak into the life and times of Krishna, and the run-up to the great war of Krurkshetra, ‘SuperCop of Aryavrat’ sees Author Mithilesh Kumar unravel a number of interesting facts that many of us are unaware of/ have not bothered to think and ponder upon.
!8th February 3102 BC
Feeling dazed and defeated following the infighting in the Yadav clan and the departure of his friend, philosopher and guide of hundred plus years, Balram Bhaiyya, Krishna takes shelter under a peepul tree in the forest along the banks of the Hiran River near Somnath. While lying thus, the all powerful one reminisces on the events of his life-time right from his birth till date,the prophesies, the curses, and in the process encounters some ‘ifs and buts’ and also comes face to face with some uneasy questions, and reality.
While the reader gets to see a reflection of the ordinary mortal in Krishna, quite often, there are few instances when the divinity in him surfaces, but then when it does, it leaves his fans thrilled, and his adversaries in shock and awe.
Though the story is based on a lot of research on the life and times of Krishna, and the great war of Kurukshetra, making the book a part of the mytho- fiction genre, it does have its fair share of twists, turns and suspense, thus making it a great thriller too. However what really was the takeaway from the story, was the small nuggets of knowledge that are often hidden/ not shared widely, like Krishna’s connection with Assam, and how come he came to be the husband of more than a thousand women. I’ve always wondered on the latter, and this book did answer that. Apart from that, like Krishna, I too was nudged to ponder on Yuddhishtra’s character, his guile, and the injustice meted out by him to his siblings and Panchali, not to mention the undue advantage he took of Krishna at times for his own benefit. It forced me to look at his character with new eyes, and what I saw there was not something that I liked. Yes, he came across to me to as the selfish one, a weakling, not worthy of what his name stands for. His brothers turned out to be more worthy and selfless.
While the take is unique, and the plot a strong one, the editing part left me slightly disappointed. A few cuts here and there, with restructuring of the content at places, would have done wonders for the book. I hope the author looks into this aspect before going in for a reprint. A fresh round of editing will definitely help the book scale the charts, and occupy a prime slot in the Indian mytho – fiction genre.
Overall an interesting read. This one is in short a biography of sorts on Krishna the charmer cum diplomat, with mystic powers that come to the fore only in extreme situations.
!8th February 3102 BC
Feeling dazed and defeated following the infighting in the Yadav clan and the departure of his friend, philosopher and guide of hundred plus years, Balram Bhaiyya, Krishna takes shelter under a peepul tree in the forest along the banks of the Hiran River near Somnath. While lying thus, the all powerful one reminisces on the events of his life-time right from his birth till date,the prophesies, the curses, and in the process encounters some ‘ifs and buts’ and also comes face to face with some uneasy questions, and reality.
While the reader gets to see a reflection of the ordinary mortal in Krishna, quite often, there are few instances when the divinity in him surfaces, but then when it does, it leaves his fans thrilled, and his adversaries in shock and awe.
Though the story is based on a lot of research on the life and times of Krishna, and the great war of Kurukshetra, making the book a part of the mytho- fiction genre, it does have its fair share of twists, turns and suspense, thus making it a great thriller too. However what really was the takeaway from the story, was the small nuggets of knowledge that are often hidden/ not shared widely, like Krishna’s connection with Assam, and how come he came to be the husband of more than a thousand women. I’ve always wondered on the latter, and this book did answer that. Apart from that, like Krishna, I too was nudged to ponder on Yuddhishtra’s character, his guile, and the injustice meted out by him to his siblings and Panchali, not to mention the undue advantage he took of Krishna at times for his own benefit. It forced me to look at his character with new eyes, and what I saw there was not something that I liked. Yes, he came across to me to as the selfish one, a weakling, not worthy of what his name stands for. His brothers turned out to be more worthy and selfless.
While the take is unique, and the plot a strong one, the editing part left me slightly disappointed. A few cuts here and there, with restructuring of the content at places, would have done wonders for the book. I hope the author looks into this aspect before going in for a reprint. A fresh round of editing will definitely help the book scale the charts, and occupy a prime slot in the Indian mytho – fiction genre.
Overall an interesting read. This one is in short a biography of sorts on Krishna the charmer cum diplomat, with mystic powers that come to the fore only in extreme situations.
November 7, 2019
Supercop of Aryavrat is a mythological book wonderfully written by Mithilesh Kumar. Everyone might have heard about Krishna and Mahabharata. The author has started the story absolutely in a different way.
Krishna recalling the incidents happened in his complete life. He gets the curse from Gandhari for initiating and not endeavour to stop the Kurukshetra war. Krishna trying to describe his limited role and pointing out the war has taken place because of her son Duryodhana. But Gandhari was not in a mood to listen Krishnas explanation and curses him which eventually ends up the Yadava dynasty.
The other curse came thru Durvasa and even Krishna and Balarama could not do anything as Yadavas started to fight among themselves. Balarama was frustrated by this and he decides to take Jalsamadhi. From here the story picks up as Krishna recalling the incidents.
This book serves as an origin story for Krishna. To cut short the book narrates the stories since the birth of Krishna and ends up with his death. Lot of small incidents connected like Reason for King Jarasandha's enmity with Krishna, why Krishna killed Kamsa, the long Kurukshetra war etc.
We all are aware of the stories about Krishna’s young age but the author in this book gives us a complete history of Krishna. The special thing about the book is Krishna is narrated and portrayed as a normal human being and not like supernatural powers or a God. The war between Jarasandha and Krishna is a fine example to this. Both Balarama and Krishna defeats Jarasandha in a nail batting war and not with some sort of power which is shown in every book written about Krishna.
Writing is nonlinear, language is simple and compelling when needs to be and the author has done a through research before writing this book which is evident and a must for any mythological base stories. Mithilesh Kumar has joint the dots and developed the story very successfully. The author has exemplarily built the structure of linear storytelling, linking incidents from the history to pen down the book.
The whole book delivered Quiet a Great Adventure and Insights from the Life of Krishna and the best part was the way Mithilesh Kumar Portrayed the character of Krishna as a Fierce Warrior which is essential for the present context of time. The only draw back of the story is, it ends abruptly and shortly.
Overall a good read for all Mythological lovers.
Krishna recalling the incidents happened in his complete life. He gets the curse from Gandhari for initiating and not endeavour to stop the Kurukshetra war. Krishna trying to describe his limited role and pointing out the war has taken place because of her son Duryodhana. But Gandhari was not in a mood to listen Krishnas explanation and curses him which eventually ends up the Yadava dynasty.
The other curse came thru Durvasa and even Krishna and Balarama could not do anything as Yadavas started to fight among themselves. Balarama was frustrated by this and he decides to take Jalsamadhi. From here the story picks up as Krishna recalling the incidents.
This book serves as an origin story for Krishna. To cut short the book narrates the stories since the birth of Krishna and ends up with his death. Lot of small incidents connected like Reason for King Jarasandha's enmity with Krishna, why Krishna killed Kamsa, the long Kurukshetra war etc.
We all are aware of the stories about Krishna’s young age but the author in this book gives us a complete history of Krishna. The special thing about the book is Krishna is narrated and portrayed as a normal human being and not like supernatural powers or a God. The war between Jarasandha and Krishna is a fine example to this. Both Balarama and Krishna defeats Jarasandha in a nail batting war and not with some sort of power which is shown in every book written about Krishna.
Writing is nonlinear, language is simple and compelling when needs to be and the author has done a through research before writing this book which is evident and a must for any mythological base stories. Mithilesh Kumar has joint the dots and developed the story very successfully. The author has exemplarily built the structure of linear storytelling, linking incidents from the history to pen down the book.
The whole book delivered Quiet a Great Adventure and Insights from the Life of Krishna and the best part was the way Mithilesh Kumar Portrayed the character of Krishna as a Fierce Warrior which is essential for the present context of time. The only draw back of the story is, it ends abruptly and shortly.
Overall a good read for all Mythological lovers.
October 26, 2019
#supercopofaryavrat by #mithileshkumar is an interesting book.
It’s a story of Lord Krishna’s life. How Balram’s words haunted him, Krishna’s marriage, about Dwarka Nagri, his life at Dwarka. His journey from Gokul to Dwarka, from Pushkar to Assam. How his life took turns.
I love reading about Krishna’s life, and this book gave me. A different perspective of his life.
The author has narrated each and every story, Krishna’s journey beautifully. I am sure you’ll fall in love with this book.
It’s a bit heavy book and you cannot finish it in a go. The plot of the story is interesting and the author has wisely added sequenced the events.
The narration of the story is crisp and engaging. I liked the writing style of the author. The way he described the love, the battles is amazing. The pace of the story is a bit slow. The author kept the reader hooked throughout from the very first page.
Overall it’s a wonderful book.
November 22, 2019
Supercop of Aryavrat by author Mithilesh Kumar is a mythological book about God Krishna.
Do not want to go into the plot as it is God Krishna's whole life story. Book covers almost all stories/small stories related to God/Lord Krishna. I grew up listening to stories from elders from my family, watching serials in TV about God and this book refreshed all those memories.
Author's narration is too non linear, interesting and narrated in God's point of view. Each chapter can be read at convenience/ease, no need/compulsion to finish book continuously. Language is simple and easy to follow.
Would recommend to all readers who enjoy reading mythological book and who want to know about God Krishna.
Do not want to go into the plot as it is God Krishna's whole life story. Book covers almost all stories/small stories related to God/Lord Krishna. I grew up listening to stories from elders from my family, watching serials in TV about God and this book refreshed all those memories.
Author's narration is too non linear, interesting and narrated in God's point of view. Each chapter can be read at convenience/ease, no need/compulsion to finish book continuously. Language is simple and easy to follow.
Would recommend to all readers who enjoy reading mythological book and who want to know about God Krishna.
November 25, 2019
As soon as I hear about any mythological novel I think of either Ramayana or Mahabharata, as most of the Indian authors have been digging this literature cave for forming stories for carving their own names in this genre. Nothing wrong about it. However, on the other side, as a writer, I also think of what if the Indian authors mix Indian mythology with Greek or some other to form an interesting one. So, far I am yet to come across any of such novel. Even apart from mixed ones, there are really too good novels that have been taken directly from Indian mythological landscape. These stories are good because they are highly fictionalized and show us the other side of the coin. One such good novel that showed me the other side of Krishna and other characters in the most credible way is Supercop of Aryavrat by Mithilesh Kumar.
Summary:
The semblance of the story is predictable, but not the inside whims. This novel is focused around Krishna. The author posed him as an ordinary man before he became too great to be worshipped by many in the world. The first chapter of the novel starts with Krishna ruminating about his actions that led to the war of Mahabharata and how he was indirectly responsible for the killing of his own people from his land Dwarka. During the war, he gave his army to Duryodhan and he himself took the side of Arjun or Pandavas. Supercop means acting like a police inspector to salvage people and interest from vile kings and unavoidable circumstances. In short, it was Krishna who participated everywhere in the subcontinent Aryavrat for many reasons that range from his own popularity to his diplomatic tactics to save women from unjusticed marriage ceremonies. The novel is full of such dramatic episodes. Truth turned up.
Writing Style:
Yes, it is amazing, word to word clarity. Despite having so many characters, one doesn’t feel drag and bored. It is a good novel to read in peace time. Mithilesh Kumar, as a first-time writer, I think has a lot of affinity for writing and should try writing more contemporary stories than just mythological fiction. His way of narration and usage of English is worth noticeable. The only flaw in the novel is that the author has put in many marriage swaymvers that should be in snatches and short, otherwise it is a straight bestseller deserving novel. No grammar error is a great boon to the readers of this novel.
My Perception:
Another thought-provoking insight about the novel is that it succeeded in showing the internal factions and enmity and friendship of many known and not so known characters from the Mahabharata era. How they got into friendship and enmity, for instance the roles of Kansa and Jarasandh with reference to Krishna. I still wonder why I didn’t read the entire and intricate characterization of Mahabharata in school. It was a simple and thin version. This novel actuated me to know and read more about Mahabharata tale. Since the tale is weaved intricately complex and delicate, I think I have already liked the novel, also appreciated it for seriousness and intensity.
Summary:
The semblance of the story is predictable, but not the inside whims. This novel is focused around Krishna. The author posed him as an ordinary man before he became too great to be worshipped by many in the world. The first chapter of the novel starts with Krishna ruminating about his actions that led to the war of Mahabharata and how he was indirectly responsible for the killing of his own people from his land Dwarka. During the war, he gave his army to Duryodhan and he himself took the side of Arjun or Pandavas. Supercop means acting like a police inspector to salvage people and interest from vile kings and unavoidable circumstances. In short, it was Krishna who participated everywhere in the subcontinent Aryavrat for many reasons that range from his own popularity to his diplomatic tactics to save women from unjusticed marriage ceremonies. The novel is full of such dramatic episodes. Truth turned up.
Writing Style:
Yes, it is amazing, word to word clarity. Despite having so many characters, one doesn’t feel drag and bored. It is a good novel to read in peace time. Mithilesh Kumar, as a first-time writer, I think has a lot of affinity for writing and should try writing more contemporary stories than just mythological fiction. His way of narration and usage of English is worth noticeable. The only flaw in the novel is that the author has put in many marriage swaymvers that should be in snatches and short, otherwise it is a straight bestseller deserving novel. No grammar error is a great boon to the readers of this novel.
My Perception:
Another thought-provoking insight about the novel is that it succeeded in showing the internal factions and enmity and friendship of many known and not so known characters from the Mahabharata era. How they got into friendship and enmity, for instance the roles of Kansa and Jarasandh with reference to Krishna. I still wonder why I didn’t read the entire and intricate characterization of Mahabharata in school. It was a simple and thin version. This novel actuated me to know and read more about Mahabharata tale. Since the tale is weaved intricately complex and delicate, I think I have already liked the novel, also appreciated it for seriousness and intensity.
November 21, 2019
I got the book as a part of the review program in Outset. (https://rakhijayashankar.blogspot.in)
My amount of love for this book has only increased with every page for mostly two reasons. -a) I haven't been very big on mythology. This take on Krishna's life has been very engaging and fresh for me, and b) the author has managed to pull off a commendable feat of covering quite a bit in these 300 pages.
However, the latter is also the reason why I had to limit myself to 3*** for this book.
The story: The story begins from the very inception of Krishna's life and traces his life journey over very many years. The author has managed to cover almost every inch of ground of Krishna's life in this one book, making it a little heavy for a single sitting.
The narrative: I found it very difficult to get into the book initially because there was just too much happening. I could not keep a track of names and relationships between various mythological characters. However, after that initial push I had to give myself, the book was totally worth it. I did, of course, got lost innumerable with the characters and their back stories, but a little bit of back and forth made life easier for me.
The characters: Apart from Krishna's character, mention of every other character is sporadic and
emerges only when they are relevant to that particular part of the storyline. There is no build-up of characters as such, but I, for once, am glad about that. With already so much happening, I don't think I would've been able to keep track.
The language: The language is simple but not very lucid or flowy. I had to put in quite an effort to get hold of the sentence structuring initially.
However, just because of the content and its treatment, I would recommend this book. For someone like me who has never had a tryst with mythology, this was a good start and I look forward to more by the author.
My amount of love for this book has only increased with every page for mostly two reasons. -a) I haven't been very big on mythology. This take on Krishna's life has been very engaging and fresh for me, and b) the author has managed to pull off a commendable feat of covering quite a bit in these 300 pages.
However, the latter is also the reason why I had to limit myself to 3*** for this book.
The story: The story begins from the very inception of Krishna's life and traces his life journey over very many years. The author has managed to cover almost every inch of ground of Krishna's life in this one book, making it a little heavy for a single sitting.
The narrative: I found it very difficult to get into the book initially because there was just too much happening. I could not keep a track of names and relationships between various mythological characters. However, after that initial push I had to give myself, the book was totally worth it. I did, of course, got lost innumerable with the characters and their back stories, but a little bit of back and forth made life easier for me.
The characters: Apart from Krishna's character, mention of every other character is sporadic and
emerges only when they are relevant to that particular part of the storyline. There is no build-up of characters as such, but I, for once, am glad about that. With already so much happening, I don't think I would've been able to keep track.
The language: The language is simple but not very lucid or flowy. I had to put in quite an effort to get hold of the sentence structuring initially.
However, just because of the content and its treatment, I would recommend this book. For someone like me who has never had a tryst with mythology, this was a good start and I look forward to more by the author.
November 19, 2019
When I picked up this book, I thought it will be a combination of mythology and fiction but it turned out to be mythology and I am glad about it. I love the mythology genre so definitely I really liked this book. It was total surprise for me because of the title. The book is based all about Krishna’s life. I have read many book regarding Ramayana and Mahabharata but after a long I have been reading a non fiction or we can say mythology book based on Krishna. All the major aspects of Krishna’s life have been covered. And mostly major political events which I never knew. So it was so that new for me like how he built up Dwaraka and stories regarding Vasudev and Devaki, about Narakasur etc.
If we see generally, if you like reading mythology then it’s a must read for you. I like the content. It’s been well researched. I like the narration style but at certain point words like uncle,aunty, jab dil hi tit gaya have been used and it was weird for me as I have come across mythology in hindi or gujarati only till now. Author has done good use of vocabulary and language. Overall good one. I loved it. Definitely recommended from my side.
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If we see generally, if you like reading mythology then it’s a must read for you. I like the content. It’s been well researched. I like the narration style but at certain point words like uncle,aunty, jab dil hi tit gaya have been used and it was weird for me as I have come across mythology in hindi or gujarati only till now. Author has done good use of vocabulary and language. Overall good one. I loved it. Definitely recommended from my side.
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November 25, 2019
#bookreview
Title : Supercop Of Aryavrat
Author : Mithilesh Kumar
QOTD : Are you someone who plan for future or think better to live this day happily?
One of the best book I have read about Lord Krishna. Krishna is one of my favourite character from mythology. Mythological stories always kept me engaged from childhood. I always crave to know more and more about it. That's the main reason for me picking up with wonderful book.
The story is about Krishna's background, we all know the birth of Krishna and how Kansa wanted to kill him. In the beginning, the summary of whole book is presented which itself show us how unique it the writing style of Author. From chapter two towards the exact story begins. I loved the way Author wrote the entire book it's unique, smooth and lucid. After the completion of book, you get more inspired from character Krishna.
I love the cover it's very eye-catchy and even the title increased my curiosity to know more about the book.
To know more about it grab a copy for yourself.
Title : Supercop Of Aryavrat
Author : Mithilesh Kumar
QOTD : Are you someone who plan for future or think better to live this day happily?
One of the best book I have read about Lord Krishna. Krishna is one of my favourite character from mythology. Mythological stories always kept me engaged from childhood. I always crave to know more and more about it. That's the main reason for me picking up with wonderful book.
The story is about Krishna's background, we all know the birth of Krishna and how Kansa wanted to kill him. In the beginning, the summary of whole book is presented which itself show us how unique it the writing style of Author. From chapter two towards the exact story begins. I loved the way Author wrote the entire book it's unique, smooth and lucid. After the completion of book, you get more inspired from character Krishna.
I love the cover it's very eye-catchy and even the title increased my curiosity to know more about the book.
To know more about it grab a copy for yourself.
December 14, 2019
We'll have grown up listening to Lord Krishna's stories. Also, we've watched movies and T.V. shows based on Mahabharata. I find Mahabharata boring whenever I watch it on T.V. But when I picked this book, it was a totally different and interesting one. The author's writing style glued me with this book till the very last page.
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Yes, the book is a retelling of Mahabharata from the perspective of Krishna. The book explains all the things happened in the time of krishna i.e., in 3102 BC. You can find all your answers in this book like "Why krishna had so many wives?", " What did krishna teach Arjun during the war?"....etc.
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The author has developed each character beautifully.
The plot is incomparable. The narration is smooth. The language is lucid and easy to understand. The storyline is unique. If you are looking for a mythology fiction, you must pick this one.
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The blue book cover is shining and appropriate for this book but I didn't find the title appropriate. I wish if it was something related to krishna's name. (A suggestion)
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Yes, the book is a retelling of Mahabharata from the perspective of Krishna. The book explains all the things happened in the time of krishna i.e., in 3102 BC. You can find all your answers in this book like "Why krishna had so many wives?", " What did krishna teach Arjun during the war?"....etc.
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The author has developed each character beautifully.
The plot is incomparable. The narration is smooth. The language is lucid and easy to understand. The storyline is unique. If you are looking for a mythology fiction, you must pick this one.
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The blue book cover is shining and appropriate for this book but I didn't find the title appropriate. I wish if it was something related to krishna's name. (A suggestion)
December 23, 2019
This book is based on Krishna and the whole community of mythology of that era. This was a really fun amd chic read. I really liked the whole modern spin and narration.The plot takes off with the battle in Dwarka and how Balram and Krishna helplessly face the death of millions of Yadavas.
Most of the readers are not aware of the scene and hence it would be a brand new classifying experience. Moving on, the plot takes us to the birth of Krishna. The curse by Narada, Kamsa's atrocities, how Krishna teaches Yashodha. From there a detailed yet concise account of Krishna's life takes off.
Although one would thought of this book as a science fictiom if not for the book blurb. But I enjoyed this anyway. Deliberately or not, author has kept the narrative simply and easily comprehensive to the point of being vernacular.
Would recommend this bool even for non mythology lover, the writing style was really delightful.
Most of the readers are not aware of the scene and hence it would be a brand new classifying experience. Moving on, the plot takes us to the birth of Krishna. The curse by Narada, Kamsa's atrocities, how Krishna teaches Yashodha. From there a detailed yet concise account of Krishna's life takes off.
Although one would thought of this book as a science fictiom if not for the book blurb. But I enjoyed this anyway. Deliberately or not, author has kept the narrative simply and easily comprehensive to the point of being vernacular.
Would recommend this bool even for non mythology lover, the writing style was really delightful.
November 28, 2019
You must have grown up hearing and watching adventures and miracles of Lord Krishna. Those same stories refined by the author have been clubbed together to narrate the journey of Krishna. It starts from his birth until waiting under the tree for the final moments of his life to pass away.
It is not like retelling with insights and analysis or fantasy mythology books, which we are reading a lot these days. Supercop of Aryavrat reads more like a biography of Lord Krishna. Chronicles of events and incidents which involved his active participation has been narrated in an unembellished style of telling stories.
Seasoned readers of mythology genre might find reading the same stories in a plaintive style a little dull. But Supercop of Aryavrat would be a delight for beginners, pre-teen readers who have outgrown children's books and started looking for profound reads.
It is not like retelling with insights and analysis or fantasy mythology books, which we are reading a lot these days. Supercop of Aryavrat reads more like a biography of Lord Krishna. Chronicles of events and incidents which involved his active participation has been narrated in an unembellished style of telling stories.
Seasoned readers of mythology genre might find reading the same stories in a plaintive style a little dull. But Supercop of Aryavrat would be a delight for beginners, pre-teen readers who have outgrown children's books and started looking for profound reads.
December 16, 2019
An Excellent Read.
The book Changes you as you study on it. It is the finest book that depicts krishna's life in a phyacgolical way and you have no option but to get drench in the story.
Start off great and then wanes a bit towards the middle chapter, but all in all the reading was quite fascinating. Style of writing is very elegant and interesting.
After a long time a well and elegant written a book on Hindu mythology which decodes Hinduism so Graciously. It's delightfully link the different dots in Hinduism offering deep insight and a new understanding of the ancient religion.
Everyone can enjoy and learn how extraordinary are and have been imaginfic.
A must have for people who Love reading mythology.
The book was delivered in good condition.
Highly recommended.
The book Changes you as you study on it. It is the finest book that depicts krishna's life in a phyacgolical way and you have no option but to get drench in the story.
Start off great and then wanes a bit towards the middle chapter, but all in all the reading was quite fascinating. Style of writing is very elegant and interesting.
After a long time a well and elegant written a book on Hindu mythology which decodes Hinduism so Graciously. It's delightfully link the different dots in Hinduism offering deep insight and a new understanding of the ancient religion.
Everyone can enjoy and learn how extraordinary are and have been imaginfic.
A must have for people who Love reading mythology.
The book was delivered in good condition.
Highly recommended.
December 25, 2019
The book talks about the story told by the God himself, Krishna. The story proclaims to be in a devastating state where the end is near and the war told Mahabharata is over.
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The story talks about Krishna and his eventful life. The deeds, praises, sacrifices, love, hope and claims. It gives the drastic view of Krishna's struggles and how he has been portrayed misleading.
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The story is catchy and fascinates it's readers. It builts up the strong character of Krishna. The book portrays both dark and bright sides of Krishna's life in a dramatic way. The cover could have been better with more of a soothing blend. The narration somewhere lacked a bit of track. The language used was easy, simple and good to understand. Overall, it was a simple and easy read.
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For me, it was a 🌟🌟🌟🌠/5 read.
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The story talks about Krishna and his eventful life. The deeds, praises, sacrifices, love, hope and claims. It gives the drastic view of Krishna's struggles and how he has been portrayed misleading.
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The story is catchy and fascinates it's readers. It builts up the strong character of Krishna. The book portrays both dark and bright sides of Krishna's life in a dramatic way. The cover could have been better with more of a soothing blend. The narration somewhere lacked a bit of track. The language used was easy, simple and good to understand. Overall, it was a simple and easy read.
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For me, it was a 🌟🌟🌟🌠/5 read.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 22, 2019
Finally finished this book. Wonderful experience I got after reading it. All childhood memories revived.
Author has given a proper introduction to each characters, earlier I used to get confused between the characters and their relationships with keshav.
It shows Krishna's prospective , how he felt when he was cursed by Gandhari though he was not the real reason for the war between karwas and pandavas.
If someone is interested in Mahabharat then he or she doesn't have to read the lengthy, bulky Mahabharat. If you are looking for historical fiction then just begin this book. It will itself hold your interest till the end even if you know it's ending.
Author has given a proper introduction to each characters, earlier I used to get confused between the characters and their relationships with keshav.
It shows Krishna's prospective , how he felt when he was cursed by Gandhari though he was not the real reason for the war between karwas and pandavas.
If someone is interested in Mahabharat then he or she doesn't have to read the lengthy, bulky Mahabharat. If you are looking for historical fiction then just begin this book. It will itself hold your interest till the end even if you know it's ending.
February 21, 2020
Book Review : Supercop Of Aryavrat
Author : Mithilesh Kumar
Publisher : authors upfront
Pages : 287 pages
Version : paperback
Rating : 5/5
Cover : 5/5
Things I Liked :
1) Balram words continue to haunt a helpless Krishna was a journey in oneself which Krishna continued.
2) The others character's were really worth reading
3) There was a pinch of love, romance which was seen in the story that made it really interesting to read the battle.
4) Love, support and cooperation are the three benchmarks to success.
The book is a story is a Mythological Fiction written in the past 3102 BC, where the author has written about life of Krishna and his adventurous life. In the first chapter we are introduced to Krishna who was laying under Somnath tree... Deeply rejected which made it more interesting to know why it was so and in later stage we discovered that he was thinking about Radha. Such a lovely and mesmerising start of the book with a fiction story lead to are beautiful Journey where the title ' Supercop Of Aryavrat' was totally justified.
The most exciting part was when Maharaj Drupad told him to counter an Archer of Aryavrat.
The book is so close to my heart because all the characters reminded me of the school times when we read this in our subjects. This book is written in a far better manner what we used to read and learn during our times so I would like to mention the author has really put in great efforts in creating something new by keeping the history in mind.
In the end of the story there was a battle scene which gave a new turn as Aryavrat was land of peace which clearly stated that unity, peace and love and the symbol of strength and war should not be the reason as it destroys life and humanity.
Recommended to :
I would like to recommend to all the history lovers.
Author : Mithilesh Kumar
Publisher : authors upfront
Pages : 287 pages
Version : paperback
Rating : 5/5
Cover : 5/5
Things I Liked :
1) Balram words continue to haunt a helpless Krishna was a journey in oneself which Krishna continued.
2) The others character's were really worth reading
3) There was a pinch of love, romance which was seen in the story that made it really interesting to read the battle.
4) Love, support and cooperation are the three benchmarks to success.
The book is a story is a Mythological Fiction written in the past 3102 BC, where the author has written about life of Krishna and his adventurous life. In the first chapter we are introduced to Krishna who was laying under Somnath tree... Deeply rejected which made it more interesting to know why it was so and in later stage we discovered that he was thinking about Radha. Such a lovely and mesmerising start of the book with a fiction story lead to are beautiful Journey where the title ' Supercop Of Aryavrat' was totally justified.
The most exciting part was when Maharaj Drupad told him to counter an Archer of Aryavrat.
The book is so close to my heart because all the characters reminded me of the school times when we read this in our subjects. This book is written in a far better manner what we used to read and learn during our times so I would like to mention the author has really put in great efforts in creating something new by keeping the history in mind.
In the end of the story there was a battle scene which gave a new turn as Aryavrat was land of peace which clearly stated that unity, peace and love and the symbol of strength and war should not be the reason as it destroys life and humanity.
Recommended to :
I would like to recommend to all the history lovers.
February 12, 2020
🍁🍁🍁Supercop Of Aryavrat🍁🍁🍁
🍁When I was reading this book, I remembered that Ramanand Sagar production house Mahabhart which I used to watch in my childhood. Just as in the beginning a sound interprets the whole story, similarly in this book also, the sound of Lord Shri Krishna telling us some of the incident he was going through.
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🍁In the initial pages of the book Lord Shri Krishna explains how angry Gandhari curses him for the war between the Kauravas and the Pandavas. Her curse results in the destruction of entire Yadav dynasty.
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🍁Most of us know about the Kurukshetra war, but the way in which this war had portrayed is commendable. Even the war between king Jarsandha and lord Krishna had seriously penned down. You can feel the anger, emotions, strategies which a real war have.
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🍁Most curious thing for me was the reason behind lord Krishna 1600 wives. You can know the same just give it a read.
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🍁Being a mythology lover, I always expect a seriously researched story and I am glad to add this book in my mythology section. Writing such type of story is easy and hard on the same way. Because it needs so much information. you can't miss a single track otherwise it will hit someone's sentiments. Kudos to author.
🍁Cover is good but could be better.
🍁When I was reading this book, I remembered that Ramanand Sagar production house Mahabhart which I used to watch in my childhood. Just as in the beginning a sound interprets the whole story, similarly in this book also, the sound of Lord Shri Krishna telling us some of the incident he was going through.
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🍁In the initial pages of the book Lord Shri Krishna explains how angry Gandhari curses him for the war between the Kauravas and the Pandavas. Her curse results in the destruction of entire Yadav dynasty.
.
🍁Most of us know about the Kurukshetra war, but the way in which this war had portrayed is commendable. Even the war between king Jarsandha and lord Krishna had seriously penned down. You can feel the anger, emotions, strategies which a real war have.
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🍁Most curious thing for me was the reason behind lord Krishna 1600 wives. You can know the same just give it a read.
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🍁Being a mythology lover, I always expect a seriously researched story and I am glad to add this book in my mythology section. Writing such type of story is easy and hard on the same way. Because it needs so much information. you can't miss a single track otherwise it will hit someone's sentiments. Kudos to author.
🍁Cover is good but could be better.
January 31, 2020
🕉️BOOK REVIEW🕉️
SUPERCOP of ARYAVRAT
By Mithilesh Kumar
Format - Paperback
Genre - Mythological Fiction
My Rating - 3⭐⭐⭐/5
PLOT - Supercop Of ARYAVRAT is the Mythological Fiction written by Mithilesh Kumar. In this book Author try to cover the story of Lord Krishna in brief. Never ever we come across the book where Lord Krishna's story is explained in his point of view during that period. Author tries to describe each and every details of Lord Krishna's life From His Birth to his childhood Till His Death each and every thing about Lord Krishna's life is plotted in this book.
The book starts with the incident after the great war of Mahabharata ends in 3102 BC, when Yadav clan was Scattered already and fighting among each others after the Mahabharata war was over. Lord Krishna was sitting under the Tree after his Brother Balram walks in the Ocean This incident is known as Jalsamadhi of Balram. Lord Krishna was In deep thoughts and thinking about the previous incidents happened. He Started thinking about the Curse given by Gandhari and about the pandavas That How much he use Krishna and About his wives and his Own Family.
The most Favourite part of the Book that Author try to Describe the incident which is still unknown For the believers of Lord Krishna. Some of the incidents is already either scene in the television or read in the stories written on him.
REVIEW - i really don't like Mythologies must and i choose this book to read by looking at its title as it Shows Supercop so i thought the story is Something about Thriller/crime. After reading the prologue of the book i came across that the book is Written about Lord Krishna. After watching the series of Lord Krishna in television I really love his Character so i proceed to read this book and The book is so much interesting and informative according to me.
Cover of the Book is Simple but it does not show the Content of the Story.
Title of the Story is Something new About Lord Krishna that he is Also a Supercop of ARYAVRAT.
Language use by the Author is very smooth and easy.
I would definitely recommend this book to all Mythology Lovers and All lovers of Lord Krishna.
SUPERCOP of ARYAVRAT
By Mithilesh Kumar
Format - Paperback
Genre - Mythological Fiction
My Rating - 3⭐⭐⭐/5
PLOT - Supercop Of ARYAVRAT is the Mythological Fiction written by Mithilesh Kumar. In this book Author try to cover the story of Lord Krishna in brief. Never ever we come across the book where Lord Krishna's story is explained in his point of view during that period. Author tries to describe each and every details of Lord Krishna's life From His Birth to his childhood Till His Death each and every thing about Lord Krishna's life is plotted in this book.
The book starts with the incident after the great war of Mahabharata ends in 3102 BC, when Yadav clan was Scattered already and fighting among each others after the Mahabharata war was over. Lord Krishna was sitting under the Tree after his Brother Balram walks in the Ocean This incident is known as Jalsamadhi of Balram. Lord Krishna was In deep thoughts and thinking about the previous incidents happened. He Started thinking about the Curse given by Gandhari and about the pandavas That How much he use Krishna and About his wives and his Own Family.
The most Favourite part of the Book that Author try to Describe the incident which is still unknown For the believers of Lord Krishna. Some of the incidents is already either scene in the television or read in the stories written on him.
REVIEW - i really don't like Mythologies must and i choose this book to read by looking at its title as it Shows Supercop so i thought the story is Something about Thriller/crime. After reading the prologue of the book i came across that the book is Written about Lord Krishna. After watching the series of Lord Krishna in television I really love his Character so i proceed to read this book and The book is so much interesting and informative according to me.
Cover of the Book is Simple but it does not show the Content of the Story.
Title of the Story is Something new About Lord Krishna that he is Also a Supercop of ARYAVRAT.
Language use by the Author is very smooth and easy.
I would definitely recommend this book to all Mythology Lovers and All lovers of Lord Krishna.
January 30, 2020
#📖bookreview📚
𝑵𝒂𝒎𝒆: SuperCop of Aryavrat
𝑨𝒖𝒕𝒉𝒐𝒓: Mithilesh Kumar
𝑮𝒆𝒏𝒓𝒆: Mythology
𝑷𝒖𝒃𝒍𝒊𝒔𝒉𝒆𝒓: AuthorsUpFront
𝑷𝒂𝒈𝒆𝒔: 287
𝑴𝒚 𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈: 4/5⭐
𝑺𝒚𝒏𝒐𝒑𝒔𝒊𝒔: Since his birth, Krishna's life has been full of trials. Even his brother Balram could not comprehend the consequences his actions have wrought. Now years later, Krishna is left wondering whether he could have done anything different to have prevented the greatest war and the decline of his Kingdom. Here is a story of a "Super Cop" always finding a way to manage it all.
𝑹𝒆𝒗𝒊𝒆𝒘: Right off the bat, don't be mislead by the title. I knew when I read the blurb that it was a story on Krishna. But by the title and the cover, I was very excited thinking that it is a retelling in the modern world. As there are no such books on Krishna, as far as I know. But once I started reading the book, I realized that the title was spectacularly misleading and so is the cover. I am actually disappointed. There was not a single portion in the book that was unique. It is simply all the achievements of Krishna compiled together, interspersed with backgrounds on other inportant characters from the epic Mahabharata. The author has tried to tell the story from a mortal Krishna, but that nearly falls apart in the end.
There was nothing new to me because I am a big "fan" of Krishna and I have already researched him thoroughly. So I know almost all the myths and tales about him. Hence this book was nothing new to me. But people, if you want a compilation of Krishna's life this book is the way to go. It is written in easy language. The chapters are like short stories. Informative and enjoyable. This is one of the reasons I give this book a 4 ⭐. Another reason is that this book will appeal to all mythology lovers. It was a very interesting read as I was reminded of the various myths that I had read about Krishna. Some plots and myths about him has been explained. I particularly liked the character analysis of Yuddhisthir. I always thought he was never the "righteous man" he claimed to be.
Anyway kudos to the author for penning this book. Recommended for all.
𝑵𝒂𝒎𝒆: SuperCop of Aryavrat
𝑨𝒖𝒕𝒉𝒐𝒓: Mithilesh Kumar
𝑮𝒆𝒏𝒓𝒆: Mythology
𝑷𝒖𝒃𝒍𝒊𝒔𝒉𝒆𝒓: AuthorsUpFront
𝑷𝒂𝒈𝒆𝒔: 287
𝑴𝒚 𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈: 4/5⭐
𝑺𝒚𝒏𝒐𝒑𝒔𝒊𝒔: Since his birth, Krishna's life has been full of trials. Even his brother Balram could not comprehend the consequences his actions have wrought. Now years later, Krishna is left wondering whether he could have done anything different to have prevented the greatest war and the decline of his Kingdom. Here is a story of a "Super Cop" always finding a way to manage it all.
𝑹𝒆𝒗𝒊𝒆𝒘: Right off the bat, don't be mislead by the title. I knew when I read the blurb that it was a story on Krishna. But by the title and the cover, I was very excited thinking that it is a retelling in the modern world. As there are no such books on Krishna, as far as I know. But once I started reading the book, I realized that the title was spectacularly misleading and so is the cover. I am actually disappointed. There was not a single portion in the book that was unique. It is simply all the achievements of Krishna compiled together, interspersed with backgrounds on other inportant characters from the epic Mahabharata. The author has tried to tell the story from a mortal Krishna, but that nearly falls apart in the end.
There was nothing new to me because I am a big "fan" of Krishna and I have already researched him thoroughly. So I know almost all the myths and tales about him. Hence this book was nothing new to me. But people, if you want a compilation of Krishna's life this book is the way to go. It is written in easy language. The chapters are like short stories. Informative and enjoyable. This is one of the reasons I give this book a 4 ⭐. Another reason is that this book will appeal to all mythology lovers. It was a very interesting read as I was reminded of the various myths that I had read about Krishna. Some plots and myths about him has been explained. I particularly liked the character analysis of Yuddhisthir. I always thought he was never the "righteous man" he claimed to be.
Anyway kudos to the author for penning this book. Recommended for all.
October 3, 2019
I was never inclined so much towards mythology and history but the modern literature where the authors assure that we don’t get bored of these stories are very entertaining to read as the writers write them like fiction and not how our History books were written. One such book that I have just ended up reading is written by Mr. Mithilesh Kumar who is 65+ of age. Kudos to author for sharing his knowledge with us at this age. The name of the book is “Supercop of Aryavrat” published by Authors Upfront in around 300 pages. Yes, the book is quite lengthy, but I must say it is worth reading if you really wanted to read about Lord Krishna’s adventures on the planet Earth.
It is not easy to write on any such historical or mythological character considering the amount of research it goes into knowing each and every detail about him/her but I must say the maturity of author can be seen in every sentence written in this book describing one or the other tale having Krishna in the scenario somewhere or the other playing his strategic mind games. We get to know his story right from how he got his birth, his childhood, his days as king, his multiple marriages, his difficult moment with his cousins which led to the war of Mahabharata where he played a very big role which made us know and understand about our religion and finally the few moments before his death and finally his death.
I am glad that author, rather, than talking only about those events which all of us already know about Krishna’s childhood and youth talked about events which most of us are unaware about but plays a big importance in understanding the character and dynamicity of this Superman called Lord Krishna. Though author has never tried to project him as God or Lord in the book, but you can understand how important Legend he has been to give positive results to many incidents of history/mythology. Also, I liked how author didn’t spend major time in the sequence where Bhagawad Geeta is imparted but talked only about actions which happened at fast-pace unlike other books which ends up giving importance only to that section and ends the book then and there.
Another great observation that I had while reading is- author has not written this book in awe of Krishna where his mistakes aren’t highlighted. If author talks about his bravery, strategy, decision-making, courage, romance, power, leadership, respect, author also highlights his mistakes, mischiefs, wrong decisions, regrets, immaturity, ignorance etc.
Now talking about the drawbacks, I would say that author could have definitely given this book a good edit by 40-50 pages as I felt few scenes are really described more than needed. Also, through the title of the book, very less people would be able to guess that it is about Lord Krishna which shall keep this book away even from people searching for book on the Lord. Author started with a chapter which should have actually been the ending chapter of the book as it could have given an emotional climax to the book whereas now it gives an incomplete feeling to the reader in case reader is not able to connect the last sentence of the book with the 1st chapter. There are too many characters in the book, which is definitely not author’s mistake, but I believe a family tree, or the relation of the characters could have been mentioned in the start of the book for reference throughout. I also felt that few characters are not given very nice built-up due to which you can’t connect with them throughout. And lastly, I believe the multiple marriages of Krishna is discussed regularly in the 1st half of the book which irritated me after a point of time.
Other than the above observations, this book is definitely one of the good books on Krishna and I give this book 4.25* out of 5 and I would love to read more books by the author in the same genre.
Thanks.
WRITING BUDDHA
It is not easy to write on any such historical or mythological character considering the amount of research it goes into knowing each and every detail about him/her but I must say the maturity of author can be seen in every sentence written in this book describing one or the other tale having Krishna in the scenario somewhere or the other playing his strategic mind games. We get to know his story right from how he got his birth, his childhood, his days as king, his multiple marriages, his difficult moment with his cousins which led to the war of Mahabharata where he played a very big role which made us know and understand about our religion and finally the few moments before his death and finally his death.
I am glad that author, rather, than talking only about those events which all of us already know about Krishna’s childhood and youth talked about events which most of us are unaware about but plays a big importance in understanding the character and dynamicity of this Superman called Lord Krishna. Though author has never tried to project him as God or Lord in the book, but you can understand how important Legend he has been to give positive results to many incidents of history/mythology. Also, I liked how author didn’t spend major time in the sequence where Bhagawad Geeta is imparted but talked only about actions which happened at fast-pace unlike other books which ends up giving importance only to that section and ends the book then and there.
Another great observation that I had while reading is- author has not written this book in awe of Krishna where his mistakes aren’t highlighted. If author talks about his bravery, strategy, decision-making, courage, romance, power, leadership, respect, author also highlights his mistakes, mischiefs, wrong decisions, regrets, immaturity, ignorance etc.
Now talking about the drawbacks, I would say that author could have definitely given this book a good edit by 40-50 pages as I felt few scenes are really described more than needed. Also, through the title of the book, very less people would be able to guess that it is about Lord Krishna which shall keep this book away even from people searching for book on the Lord. Author started with a chapter which should have actually been the ending chapter of the book as it could have given an emotional climax to the book whereas now it gives an incomplete feeling to the reader in case reader is not able to connect the last sentence of the book with the 1st chapter. There are too many characters in the book, which is definitely not author’s mistake, but I believe a family tree, or the relation of the characters could have been mentioned in the start of the book for reference throughout. I also felt that few characters are not given very nice built-up due to which you can’t connect with them throughout. And lastly, I believe the multiple marriages of Krishna is discussed regularly in the 1st half of the book which irritated me after a point of time.
Other than the above observations, this book is definitely one of the good books on Krishna and I give this book 4.25* out of 5 and I would love to read more books by the author in the same genre.
Thanks.
WRITING BUDDHA
February 3, 2020
Supercop of Aryavrat revolves around century 3102 BC. Balram and Krishna.Much need not be said as this is a mythology fiction but but mixture of all. This book is not only a read that can be enjoyed but this is so much informative that you will definitely need a highlighter or a journal to note down so many points.
Cover has already designed wonderfully. Characterization is perfect. Not a bit I'm revealing about book as I personally want all to read this book.
All in all this is author's successful attempt to writing something gripping and he definitely need to be praised for this. Not at one place it seem confusing.
If you are mythology fan, you are not supposed to miss this one at any cost. You will definitely love it.
Cover has already designed wonderfully. Characterization is perfect. Not a bit I'm revealing about book as I personally want all to read this book.
All in all this is author's successful attempt to writing something gripping and he definitely need to be praised for this. Not at one place it seem confusing.
If you are mythology fan, you are not supposed to miss this one at any cost. You will definitely love it.
January 25, 2020
Supercop of Aryavrat by Mithilesh Kumar is stuck somewhere between a retelling and a paraphrasing of the epics. The author created the character of Krishna as a human but forgot that he was treating him as one towards the end. The book is basically a compilation of the tales of Krishna that everyone has heard, with a twist here and there. The storytelling is quite bland with no ups or down to excite the reader. There is almost nothing new that this story adds to our understanding of the epics, neither does it offer a radically approach. The story feels very stretched and some of the parts are quite unnecessary for me. The events happening one after the other do not have specified breaks, which tends to confuse the reader as to when the scene actually changes. The ending was very abrupt, and I feel it did not do much justice to the story as a whole.
While talking about characters, the book revolves around Krishna, the man, the myth and the mythology and the author has taken various instances to show various facets of his life. He has critically analyzed the character of Yudhisthir which I felt was one good thing about the book and presented a different take to it. All the other characters carry a similar vibe as the epics and thus not much to detail about them in a review.
Overall, the book is recommended if you would like to know more about Krishna in detail, and not as a preferred fiction read.
The book scores a 2.75 on 5 for me.
While talking about characters, the book revolves around Krishna, the man, the myth and the mythology and the author has taken various instances to show various facets of his life. He has critically analyzed the character of Yudhisthir which I felt was one good thing about the book and presented a different take to it. All the other characters carry a similar vibe as the epics and thus not much to detail about them in a review.
Overall, the book is recommended if you would like to know more about Krishna in detail, and not as a preferred fiction read.
The book scores a 2.75 on 5 for me.
February 1, 2020
When I finished this book I thought about the author who spent the sleepless night for this classic book.
I absolutely loved the book. The way of presenting information about each character.
The nook is dug into Mahabharat, which we are not seen, that was a superb experience.
The problems Krishna faced saving Dwaraka and emotional chaos he has gone through.
The language standard yet we can understand.
I liked the flow of the book, that was kind of addictive.
This book on the point of view of Lord Krishna, that so different and his turmoil portrayed beautifully.
The action sequence in the book felt like I was watching them. I loved the flow of the book and if you are a mythology lover you are definitely going to love this book and its masterpiece. Don't miss it definitely worthy for our time.
I absolutely loved the book. The way of presenting information about each character.
The nook is dug into Mahabharat, which we are not seen, that was a superb experience.
The problems Krishna faced saving Dwaraka and emotional chaos he has gone through.
The language standard yet we can understand.
I liked the flow of the book, that was kind of addictive.
This book on the point of view of Lord Krishna, that so different and his turmoil portrayed beautifully.
The action sequence in the book felt like I was watching them. I loved the flow of the book and if you are a mythology lover you are definitely going to love this book and its masterpiece. Don't miss it definitely worthy for our time.
February 1, 2020
Book name - Supercop of Aryavrat
Author - MIthilesh Kumar
Ratings - 3.8 ⭐
"Supercop of Aryavrat" by Mithilesh Kumar is a mythological fiction based on the life and tales of Krishna. t is the journey of Lord Krishna from his point of view.
The book has all famous and infamous stories of Krishna’s life. All his life events from birth to death are covered in the book. A lot of research has gone in the book as the author has also given reasons for a few events in Mahabharat and Krishna’s life.
The language is simple and gripping. The author has
done a great job in connecting various stories and characters, because of which
it is truly a page turner.
If you love reading mythology books then, it will be a perfect book for you.
Overall it's a entraining read.
Author - MIthilesh Kumar
Ratings - 3.8 ⭐
"Supercop of Aryavrat" by Mithilesh Kumar is a mythological fiction based on the life and tales of Krishna. t is the journey of Lord Krishna from his point of view.
The book has all famous and infamous stories of Krishna’s life. All his life events from birth to death are covered in the book. A lot of research has gone in the book as the author has also given reasons for a few events in Mahabharat and Krishna’s life.
The language is simple and gripping. The author has
done a great job in connecting various stories and characters, because of which
it is truly a page turner.
If you love reading mythology books then, it will be a perfect book for you.
Overall it's a entraining read.
February 2, 2020
This is such an incredible twist to the classic mythological beings such as Krishna and Balram and all the adventure they had and the era the writer has created.
An amazing treat to mythological fiction fans i would say. It took me off my guard as i started reading it because of its modern twist.
The premise was incredible and amazing. I had never in my life time had imagined this. The plot was well written but could have been better executed.
The charcters are well flushed out and not one dimensional. I liked them.
Overall i would give it a 3.75 stars
An amazing treat to mythological fiction fans i would say. It took me off my guard as i started reading it because of its modern twist.
The premise was incredible and amazing. I had never in my life time had imagined this. The plot was well written but could have been better executed.
The charcters are well flushed out and not one dimensional. I liked them.
Overall i would give it a 3.75 stars
October 14, 2019
Author Mithilesh Kumar shows Krishna's some of the unknown qualities, but he also shows Krishna as human. He's capable of love. He's deeply conflicted. He has a sense of humor and a gentle side. We see him growing from a privileged child to a sensitive teen to a young man struggling to balance his personal feelings with the expectations of an entire country.
Due to the curses of Durvasa and Gandhari, Yadavs of Dwarka are killing each other at Somnath. Krishna and Balram rush to contain them. But no use. Frustrated, Balram walks in the sea and takes jal samadhi. Krishna is devastated; he lies down in the nearby forest and remembers past events.
He finds Yuddhishthir extremely selfish, ambitious and egoist and laments being the latter’s pawn. For that reason, he did not find time even for family, and his son through Jambavati, Saamb got so spoiled as to rape one of his Assamese wives. Also, due to his prank of posing as a pregnant woman, Durvasa curses him that an iron bolt will come that will finish all Yadavs of Dwarka.
Yuddhishthir got Krishna so involved in his affairs that even after the great war, he had to stay back at Hastinapur, face Gandhari and get cursed.
Then his mind moves to some pleasant memories and when he is about to finish the eternal act with Radha, Jara’s arrow pierces his soul. Due to profuse bleeding and the poison of the arrow he dies at 2-27 PM on February 18, 3102 BC.
If you've read the Mahabharat, you know that the story will have a tragic end, but it's also strangely uplifting and hopeful. Reading Supercop of Aryavrat put a new light on this ancient story. It was like watching a really good interpretation of a Shakespeare play. You think you know the story, but you're surprised to find how many layers of new meaning can be brought out by a smart production.
Krishna's mission in Supercop of Aryavrat is to cut through the legend of the hero and show us the mortal side of god. He doesn't want the pompous metaphors and flowery hyperbole of a war epic to bury his other qualities -- his tenderness, his insecurity, his honesty and lack of guile.
This novel proves both pious and human. Turns out all that arbitrary God-logic can make for some delightfully absurd situations when forced into the modern world. And all the petty plotting fuels real human feeling when the author writes the manipulated mortals with skill and compassion. The plot, pacing, tension, and expansion of the world were all done really well. The climax was a lot better done than many similar genre books, but I'll let that slide. Highly recommended for sheer emotion and character development.
Due to the curses of Durvasa and Gandhari, Yadavs of Dwarka are killing each other at Somnath. Krishna and Balram rush to contain them. But no use. Frustrated, Balram walks in the sea and takes jal samadhi. Krishna is devastated; he lies down in the nearby forest and remembers past events.
He finds Yuddhishthir extremely selfish, ambitious and egoist and laments being the latter’s pawn. For that reason, he did not find time even for family, and his son through Jambavati, Saamb got so spoiled as to rape one of his Assamese wives. Also, due to his prank of posing as a pregnant woman, Durvasa curses him that an iron bolt will come that will finish all Yadavs of Dwarka.
Yuddhishthir got Krishna so involved in his affairs that even after the great war, he had to stay back at Hastinapur, face Gandhari and get cursed.
Then his mind moves to some pleasant memories and when he is about to finish the eternal act with Radha, Jara’s arrow pierces his soul. Due to profuse bleeding and the poison of the arrow he dies at 2-27 PM on February 18, 3102 BC.
If you've read the Mahabharat, you know that the story will have a tragic end, but it's also strangely uplifting and hopeful. Reading Supercop of Aryavrat put a new light on this ancient story. It was like watching a really good interpretation of a Shakespeare play. You think you know the story, but you're surprised to find how many layers of new meaning can be brought out by a smart production.
Krishna's mission in Supercop of Aryavrat is to cut through the legend of the hero and show us the mortal side of god. He doesn't want the pompous metaphors and flowery hyperbole of a war epic to bury his other qualities -- his tenderness, his insecurity, his honesty and lack of guile.
This novel proves both pious and human. Turns out all that arbitrary God-logic can make for some delightfully absurd situations when forced into the modern world. And all the petty plotting fuels real human feeling when the author writes the manipulated mortals with skill and compassion. The plot, pacing, tension, and expansion of the world were all done really well. The climax was a lot better done than many similar genre books, but I'll let that slide. Highly recommended for sheer emotion and character development.
November 24, 2019
First and foremost, I thank the author for giving me an opportunity to review his debut work of mythological fiction.
Supercop of Aryavrat is a swift retelling of Lord Krishna's lifetime before, during, and after the incidents which occur in Mahabharata. The book was an eye-opener for me, to some extent. That might be, because the book endeavours to join all the dots of digressions and condenses all the incidents that lead to the War and its aftermath.
Mythological fiction is one genre I tread on very carefully, because I am not acquainted with mythological stories at all — Indian, Greek, Irish...you name it. And that makes it challenging for me to compare and contrast those tales with today's retellings. So, I won't be comparing or differentiating any. Instead, I'll solely focus on the book itself. The first reason why I liked reading Supercop of Aryavrat was the theme. The book views the grand narrative of the Mahabharata from the eyes of Krishna. All the events which occur in the colossal epic are connected with near-flawlessness to the protagonist himself, and I was surprised by the same. Indeed, for a newbie like me, it is indeed difficult to remember suc huge cast of characters, as well as to relate one character with another. But the book simplifies the task ever so nicely. Secondly, the structure of the plot is really well-maintained. Like I stated before, Supercop of Aryavrat sums up almost the entire story of the Mahabharata by focussing on those exact turning points which featured Krishna or was influenced by the latter in some way or the other. The narration is as good as the arrangement of the events altogether. No complaints about the writing style. After all, the language written is indeed simple and lucid, and mellifluous at the same time. Most importantly, the characterisation is indeed commendable. I liked how Krishna was perceived as a mortal being and not glorified as much as most retellings tend to do. Kudos to the author for that.
However, I was disappointed at one thing. The transition of events, from one point to another, seemed too quick and hasty. The pace of the novel was, to be precise, quite irregular; if only each episode had been given enough space of its own to blossom or develop, I believe the book would have been even better.
I convey my best regards to the author for his future endeavours.
Supercop of Aryavrat is a swift retelling of Lord Krishna's lifetime before, during, and after the incidents which occur in Mahabharata. The book was an eye-opener for me, to some extent. That might be, because the book endeavours to join all the dots of digressions and condenses all the incidents that lead to the War and its aftermath.
Mythological fiction is one genre I tread on very carefully, because I am not acquainted with mythological stories at all — Indian, Greek, Irish...you name it. And that makes it challenging for me to compare and contrast those tales with today's retellings. So, I won't be comparing or differentiating any. Instead, I'll solely focus on the book itself. The first reason why I liked reading Supercop of Aryavrat was the theme. The book views the grand narrative of the Mahabharata from the eyes of Krishna. All the events which occur in the colossal epic are connected with near-flawlessness to the protagonist himself, and I was surprised by the same. Indeed, for a newbie like me, it is indeed difficult to remember suc huge cast of characters, as well as to relate one character with another. But the book simplifies the task ever so nicely. Secondly, the structure of the plot is really well-maintained. Like I stated before, Supercop of Aryavrat sums up almost the entire story of the Mahabharata by focussing on those exact turning points which featured Krishna or was influenced by the latter in some way or the other. The narration is as good as the arrangement of the events altogether. No complaints about the writing style. After all, the language written is indeed simple and lucid, and mellifluous at the same time. Most importantly, the characterisation is indeed commendable. I liked how Krishna was perceived as a mortal being and not glorified as much as most retellings tend to do. Kudos to the author for that.
However, I was disappointed at one thing. The transition of events, from one point to another, seemed too quick and hasty. The pace of the novel was, to be precise, quite irregular; if only each episode had been given enough space of its own to blossom or develop, I believe the book would have been even better.
I convey my best regards to the author for his future endeavours.
November 29, 2019
Book Review : Supercop Of Aryavrat
Author : Mithilesh Kumar
Publisher : authors upfront
Pages : 287 pages
Version : paperback
Rating : 5/5
Cover : 5/5
About the book :
The book is a story is a Mythological Fiction written in the past 3102 BC, where the author has written about life of Krishna and his adventurous life. In the first chapter we are introduced to Krishna who was laying under Somnath tree... Deeply rejected which made it more interesting to know why it was so and in later stage we discovered that he was thinking about Radha. Such a lovely and mesmerising start of the book with a fiction story lead to are beautiful Journey where the title ' Supercop Of Aryavrat' was totally justified.
The most exciting part was when Maharaj Drupad told him to counter an Archer of Aryavrat.
The book is so close to my heart because all the characters reminded me of the school times when we read this in our subjects. This book is written in a far better manner what we used to read and learn during our times so I would like to mention the author has really put in great efforts in creating something new by keeping the history in mind.
In the end of the story there was a battle scene which gave a new turn as Aryavrat was land of peace which clearly stated that unity, peace and love and the symbol of strength and war should not be the reason as it destroys life and humanity.
With these beautiful words I want you all to read this book..do read it and have a new experience filled with glory and happiness.
Things I Liked :
1) Balram words continue to haunt a helpless Krishna was a journey in oneself which Krishna continued.
2) The others character's were really worth reading
3) There was a pinch of love, romance which was seen in the story that made it really interesting to read the battle.
4) Love, support and cooperation are the three benchmarks to success.
Recommended to :
I would like to recommend to all the history lover.
I hope you will read this book and learn about the teaching and lessons which the author wants to give.
Author : Mithilesh Kumar
Publisher : authors upfront
Pages : 287 pages
Version : paperback
Rating : 5/5
Cover : 5/5
About the book :
The book is a story is a Mythological Fiction written in the past 3102 BC, where the author has written about life of Krishna and his adventurous life. In the first chapter we are introduced to Krishna who was laying under Somnath tree... Deeply rejected which made it more interesting to know why it was so and in later stage we discovered that he was thinking about Radha. Such a lovely and mesmerising start of the book with a fiction story lead to are beautiful Journey where the title ' Supercop Of Aryavrat' was totally justified.
The most exciting part was when Maharaj Drupad told him to counter an Archer of Aryavrat.
The book is so close to my heart because all the characters reminded me of the school times when we read this in our subjects. This book is written in a far better manner what we used to read and learn during our times so I would like to mention the author has really put in great efforts in creating something new by keeping the history in mind.
In the end of the story there was a battle scene which gave a new turn as Aryavrat was land of peace which clearly stated that unity, peace and love and the symbol of strength and war should not be the reason as it destroys life and humanity.
With these beautiful words I want you all to read this book..do read it and have a new experience filled with glory and happiness.
Things I Liked :
1) Balram words continue to haunt a helpless Krishna was a journey in oneself which Krishna continued.
2) The others character's were really worth reading
3) There was a pinch of love, romance which was seen in the story that made it really interesting to read the battle.
4) Love, support and cooperation are the three benchmarks to success.
Recommended to :
I would like to recommend to all the history lover.
I hope you will read this book and learn about the teaching and lessons which the author wants to give.
December 13, 2019
Mahabharat has been recorded as one of the greatest events which have occurred in the history of mankind. The mere possibility of it's occurance has been incorporated well throughout countless parts of the world by researchers & scholars. The very fact that it has been ingrained to our being (especially Indians) has been recognised by many great scholars all across the globe. Some says it's an epic yet South Asian countries like India & it's neighbours believe in the existence or validation of it.
This book is a retelling of mahabharat from Lord Krishna's point of view. It's almost like an autobiography embodied by Lord himself speaking & recollecting various events of the great war. Though it has been written well, whereas it carries many drawbacks too. However, the validity of the facts mentioned right from the beginning of the book were incorrect. I feel the validation & accountability of the truth should've been presented exactly without any changes or modification as it had occurred millenals ago.
Additionally, the things which I didn't was the fact that it encourages Vasudev as a mere normal human being. There's nothing wrong with it. However that being said, even sexual nuances & instances have been marked yet associated with him which really bothered me a lot. The personification of gods & goddesses as human beings in various mythologies have been encountered. But, the sexual reference really hurts me. The author doesn't have an inkling of an idea on how we feel about Gods from our epics. We worship them with utmost devotion & desires.
People may call hindu epics a myth or mere urban legend. But, we Indians carry a lot of faith & belief with them. The association of that belief we've in them is insurmountable & exceeds beyond any known plausible explanation. He's a god whom we reverred since our childhood days. He's the epitome of greatness. But by making him visualise & present as a mere man symbolising his perverted side is outrightly outrageous. Its totally preposterous & dissapointing. Overall, a good attempt to present our country's epic but it failed miserably.
This book is a retelling of mahabharat from Lord Krishna's point of view. It's almost like an autobiography embodied by Lord himself speaking & recollecting various events of the great war. Though it has been written well, whereas it carries many drawbacks too. However, the validity of the facts mentioned right from the beginning of the book were incorrect. I feel the validation & accountability of the truth should've been presented exactly without any changes or modification as it had occurred millenals ago.
Additionally, the things which I didn't was the fact that it encourages Vasudev as a mere normal human being. There's nothing wrong with it. However that being said, even sexual nuances & instances have been marked yet associated with him which really bothered me a lot. The personification of gods & goddesses as human beings in various mythologies have been encountered. But, the sexual reference really hurts me. The author doesn't have an inkling of an idea on how we feel about Gods from our epics. We worship them with utmost devotion & desires.
People may call hindu epics a myth or mere urban legend. But, we Indians carry a lot of faith & belief with them. The association of that belief we've in them is insurmountable & exceeds beyond any known plausible explanation. He's a god whom we reverred since our childhood days. He's the epitome of greatness. But by making him visualise & present as a mere man symbolising his perverted side is outrightly outrageous. Its totally preposterous & dissapointing. Overall, a good attempt to present our country's epic but it failed miserably.
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