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The Palace of Illusions takes us back to a time that is half-history, half-myth, and wholly magical; narrated by Panchaali, the wife of the five Pandava brothers, we are -- finally -- given a woman's take on the timeless tale that is the Mahabharata
Tracing Panchaali's life -- from fiery birth and lonely childhood, where her beloved brother is her only true companion; through her complicated friendship with the enigmatic Krishna; to marriage, motherhood and Panchaali's secret attraction to the mysterious man who is her husbands' most dangerous enemy -- The Palace of Illusions is a deeply human
novel about a woman born into a man's world -- a world of warriors, gods and the ever manipulating hands of fate.
Praise for Queen of Dreams:
'A riveting story, eloquently written. Divakaruni's attention to detail in descriptive passages is beautifully telling' Boston Globe
'Magic, intuition and folklore drawn from India, combined with a darker, contemporary tale that will resonate with anyone who has struggled with modern love, mores and parenthood' USA Today
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Review:
"'A mythic tale brimming with warriors, magic and treachery' Los Angeles Times 'A radiant entree into an ancient mythology... Charming and remarkable' Houston Chronicle 'A woman's look at crime and punishment, loyalty, promises, love and vengeance... With The Palace of Illusions, Divakaruni has proven that her storytelling talents put her right up there with the best' Miami Herald"
Book Description:
A retelling of the timeless Indian epic, the Mahabharata -- with a modern twist
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- PublisherPicador
- Publication date2008
- ISBN 10 0330458515
- ISBN 13 9780330458511
- BindingHardcover
- Number of pages384
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