“Patel resets the balance of power, creating an unforgettable heroine who understands that it isn't necessarily kings or gods who change history.”
— Washington Post
“A thought-provoking, nuanced new look at one of humanity's most foundational stories.”
— Shannon Chakraborty, author of The Adventures of Amina Al-Sirafi
“Easily earns its place on shelves alongside Madeline Miller's Circe .”
— Publishers Weekly (starred review)
“A lyrical and evocative retelling, full of power and grace.”
— Ava Reid, author of Juniper & Thorn
“Compulsively readable and infinitely compassionate.”
— Roshani Chokshi, author of The Last Tale of the Flower Bride
“Utterly captivating from start to finish.”
— Genevieve Gornichec, author of The Witch's Heart
“With a graceful, measured elegance”
— New York Times
“Brave, compassionate and powerful.”
— Tasha Suri, author of The Jasmine Throne
“MYTHIC RETELLING AT ITS BEST.”
— R. F. Kuang, author of Yellowface
Kaikeyi
Year
2022
Pages
512
Tags
Praise
“Patel resets the balance of power, creating an unforgettable heroine who understands that it isn't necessarily kings or gods who change history.”
— Washington Post
“A thought-provoking, nuanced new look at one of humanity's most foundational stories.”
— Shannon Chakraborty, author of The Adventures of Amina Al-Sirafi
“Easily earns its place on shelves alongside Madeline Miller's Circe .”
— Publishers Weekly (starred review)
“A lyrical and evocative retelling, full of power and grace.”
— Ava Reid, author of Juniper & Thorn
“Compulsively readable and infinitely compassionate.”
— Roshani Chokshi, author of The Last Tale of the Flower Bride
“Utterly captivating from start to finish.”
— Genevieve Gornichec, author of The Witch's Heart
“With a graceful, measured elegance”
— New York Times
“Brave, compassionate and powerful.”
— Tasha Suri, author of The Jasmine Throne
“MYTHIC RETELLING AT ITS BEST.”
— R. F. Kuang, author of Yellowface
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