When the attempt to stop the demon Asur, Tarakth, from becoming all-powerful fails, the Goddess explodes herself with the Asur to put an end to the world of sins. But Evil is never purged so readily. Then the Gods devise another plan. The world shall regenerate and the Goddess will arise once more. Three Queens are chosen, who vow to guard the celestial seed from which shall arise the Little Kanya. She will be protected by the ATithi’s, the ones with eternal life, and others selected to help her in her task. Not knowing her true destiny, the little Kanya, Isha, grows up in an orphanage in Kolkata, to fulfill her chosen task as savior of the world. But Evil is also manifesting and searching for her, to vanquish her and prevent her from gaining complete power. Join Isha and the three Queens in their first exciting adventure filled with danger and journey through the realms of space, the dry sands of Mesopotamia, climb the lofty Himalayas, wander through the magical by-lanes of Colaba, and enter a school in Kolkata to find out the end of what began eons ago.
A quick and simple read for the young readers. This book is combination of mythology and fantasy. The story begins with the Gods unable to defeat the asur Tarakht. A new avatar Or the Kanya shall rise to defeat the evil and the Gods have to protect the celestial seed to defeat the asur this time. A little girl named Isha living in an orphanage in Kolkata has no idea that she is the avatar and the evil is on her trail. This book is a prelude to the bigger adventures that are to follow. This book is gripping and uncomplicated at the same time and is easy to read for young readers. Isha is a good protagonist and the book is an effortless read with good twists and turns.
SYNOPSIS In order to stop the asur, Tarakth, from becoming all powerful, the Goddess expoldes herself with the asur but it isn't killed so easily. Three queens are chosen to protect the celestial seed from which Little Kanya is born. She is the one who will kill the asur but how?
#bookhoarderreview I am usually not a fan of fantasy so it took me some time to grasp and get interested in the plot. But once I read more, I started liking it. The story line is based on the victory of good over evil and is pretty simple. I liked the part where the Little Kanya (Isha) is in school and her daily activities are described with little hints to what the asur is doing in the background to find her.
The author has attempted good world building. It has human as well as celestial elements which makes it a good read. The story moves pretty fast from the time Isha starts her schooling and interesting incidents keep happening. The story ends on a cliffhanger which will make the readers curious about the sequel.
My only complaint from the book is lack of thorough editing. Grammatical errors and spelling mistakes which make a sentence meaningless are to be taken seriously by authors and editors.
This is a book I have waited to read! It's a fun ride, coursing with ease through Indian mythology, and modern day India, or modern day India through a child's eye. This book is all about female power, and the Devis and queens, and caretakers and matriarchs really shine as they all help and guide Esha, our protagonist, to come into her own power. Waiting for the sequel! I have to end this review by bragging that I know the author personally. :)
Ashwini R. Sane's "The Adventures of Little Kanya" is a captivating tale that masterfully intertwines mythology, fantasy, and adventure. This enchanting story follows Isha, a young orphan unaware of her divine destiny as the reincarnation of a powerful goddess, prophesied to save the world from darkness.
As Isha embarks on a path of self-discovery, joined by three devoted protectors from realms afar, Sane crafts an atmospheric journey spanning the mystical Himalayas to ancient Mesopotamia. With its perfect balance of mythical depth and accessible storytelling, this book is ideal for young readers. Isha's journey of self-realization and resilience is inspiring, while the mystical elements provide plenty of twists to capture the imagination.
Sane's writing seamlessly weaves mythological themes into a modern fantasy, creating an effortless yet layered read. The story's rich cultural and magical elements, paired with its fierce heroine and ancient prophecy, make for an unforgettable experience.
A must-read for fans of mythological fantasy, strong female protagonists, and epic adventures, "The Adventures of Little Kanya" promises an exciting series. With its thrilling tale of good vs. evil and Isha's journey just beginning, readers will eagerly anticipate the next installment. Ashwini R. Sane's masterful storytelling has created a truly magical experience.
This book is a collection of around 190 pages that entails the story of evil and good. The story weaves around the attempts to defeat evil. But how easy is it to put an end to the evil and nip it in the bud? It is never so easy to do away with its evilness. The story enthuses the readers to take on evil despite any amount of pullbacks. The author took on young readers in mind when she wrote the book, but the writing is so enthusiastic and interesting that it captures readers from all age groups. The story is of a little girl who unknown of her true destiny, grows up, only to fulfill the task she is chosen for. The readership would love the good vibes that the book generates through its storytelling tale. The comprehension is easy and well-targeted to its audience.
🌸My take: Imagine reading something which has an amalgamation of mythology and fantasy. Sounds intriguing, isn’t it? The novel is something through which the author has created the enduring protagonist, and it is a literary masterpiece. I loved the character of Isha, powerful. The story plot picked was good. The author's strong instinct carries you through to the end. It’s an excellent new kind of narrative with a lot of twists and turns. • • 🌺Writing style: The author has created a wonderful set of characters through her pen. She needs to be applauded for the storyline. The words used are terrific. I can’t wait to read more books by her.
What an interesting and unputdownable book as you follow little Isha's adventure! A story weaving through mythology, morals, adventure.....thoroughly enjoyable. Waiting now for the sequel to Isha's adventure.