Sita: Warrior of Mithila

The second in the series, this novel explores the life of Sita considered to be the Vishnu by Viswamitra led Malayputras. As remarkable as the revelation is to Sita, her rise as Vishnu seems not free of secrecy and challenges. While the Vayuputras seem to giv a nod to Vashistha on his selection of the Vishnu, the adamant and formidable Viswamitra thinks otherwise. In the midst of it all is the threat of Ravaan and his cruel tactics to win over every kingdom that tries to rise respectably. The Nagas play a critical role in all the events and several confusions are cleared. The novel also gives some hint about the cause of the rising enmity between the once bosom friends Vashistha and Viswamitra but keeps space for more to unfold. There remains places where repetitions are there as evident from the nature of the series but it is welcome no doubt. The author actually, in the introduction, acknowledges that the third in the series will explore the life of Ravaan after which will converge to the point where the clash between the titans will start. But here there is also much to unfold. Surprising twists abound the chapters where battles are waiged amid tensions. But inspite of the thrill there is some glaring mistakes in the storytelling. Based on mythological characters, the names of places could have been made a bit  more ancient and realistic as do some of the events which seems more modern than real. But having said these it must be said that it is quite unique yet enjoyable.