The Krishna Key, Bharat Series 3

Brilliant writing and a gripping tale all oven into a fabulous novel..Well researched and thought provoking...the alchemy begins! Super read

✨One line that sums up the book - "The philosopher is more important than the stone"✨The story revolves around the history professor Saini, whose friends get killed by a serial killer✨Radhika, an investigating officer runs behind Saini, guessing that he is the murderer°°✨The story takes a different turn for every 10 chapters, revealing many interesting facts about very much known artifacts we already heard about✨For ex, Can you believe that mount Kailash could be a Pyramid??✨Many such breathtaking facts are exposed that makes the read very interesting✨I even got goosebumps, then and there, with the info narrated°°✨Number theories, fact about 6 pointed Star, Krishna's clans, connection between Greek and Hindu gods, also between Hindu and Muslims, unknown interesting history about the well known Taj Mahal, logics behind OM and what not.✨One fact that pricked my heart is, the playful acts of Krishna could be a myth is what the author says and I literally felt helpless coz all these years, I adore Krishna just for that.✨There are 108 chapters which clearly connects to the number theory that helps Saini resolve a puzzle.✨Also, a short glimpse of historical story from Krishna's narration adds more connection to the read.******✨After completing the read, I couldn't help browsing to know more about the historical references mentioned in the book.✨I just felt glued to the book✨Totally an mind-blowing read and I now adore the author's wit in delivering sensitive facts with such ease

Mind blowing narrative, keeps us to the seat edge in every chapter and always pulls one or the surprise throughout.. climax could have been much more intense though..

Firstly this is said to be in mythological thriller genre. Author has put an immense effort to research about mythology, Theology Archeology, History along with many interdisciplinary connections among these. In the acknowledgement section the author has told that he wanted to write a fiction that would based upon sound research...and he has succeeded appreciably at that point. This book would unlock a whole new world of the concerned subjects to the people reading this type of piece for the first time. .Now comes the plot. It's neither completely good nor completely bad. But it may not seem gripping enough for readers who loves thriller a lot. Most of the twists are very clichéd and lack any kind of logic. Some of the facts are not at all agreeable. There are plenty of questionable explanations of some facts. Still, some parts of this book is indeed remarkable. I love the Mahabharata backdrop throughout the book. Some interpretation of facts from Mahabharata is really amazing.. There is Dan Brown vibe at most of the places.If anybody try to analyse characters under microscope then I would definitely restrain him/her. Only some layers of Krishna's character has been portrayed with a little detail.But above all the ending is heart warming. The message this book wants to convey is really beautiful. As I always review spoiler free so I'm not disclosing much. Although I didn't enjoy it that much there are a lot of people who have enjoyed this novel. For beginners it would be quite enjoyable.At the very end, once more, I'm applauding the intense research of the author behind.

Before I write anything about this book, let me confront the truth. This was the first book of ‘Thriller’ genre that I have ever picked and after reading it I can surely say, this is one of the best book I have ever read. I don’t think any of the suspense serials that we do watch on television can compete with the plot of this book.The entire story cannot be disclosed here or else the book will lose all its beauty. You may read the book blurb written to know what the plot is but you can never guess the awesomeness of this book until reading it. You have to read the book to know what lies inside.Apart from the plot, the inclusion of Lord Krishna’s tale, from his birth to his death makes this book unique. Not only will you enjoy reading this book, you will somewhat also brush up your mythology knowledge. The book is of 464 pages but even for once you won’t feel like dropping it down. The Author’s way of writing is simply superb.

* the first book I read* it is full of twist and turns* one of the best book of Ashwin Sanghi sir

What a Book!Blew my mind reading the facts that have been mentioned and what a wonderful approach of writing and a well research writing. Will read more of Sanghi ji’s books

Good book. Very predictable though.

A lot of details are somewhat similar to the da vinci code context.

Loved this book, really enjoyable and great plot with a nice twist! Also I do love to read anything to do with the cultural aspect of India and religions and this one was particularly engaging.

This is the first novel by the author that I read. It did not disappoint! The storyline and plot is extremely imaginative, though I could not help seeing similarities between this work and Dan Brown's the da Vinci Code. Obviously, it is not to say that this is in anyway unoriginal.The storytelling and narrative is extremely fast paced, taut and smooth, and the book flies. The way the author has juxtaposed ancient Hindu scriptures and believes into modern day notions of science almost beguiles the reader into believing this fictional tale! It is an excellent mix of sci-fi, fantasy, action and adventure, something like Dan Brown's writings. The research into ancient scriptures and Indian mythology is deep, unlike many newbie authors who end up being shallow in such departments. The gist of the plot is succinctly captured in the blurb, so I am not going into any of it here.Instead, I must comment on the style of writing of the author; the approach that the author seems to have taken in writing this novel. It becomes apparent the author has written this novel with an international audience in mind. There are many instances where I couldn't help smile at the result of this deliberate attempt to 'belong' to a wider audience (and mostly US audience at that). For instance, there is a narrative that describes an Indian police officer arresting an important character. At the time of arrest, the officer informs the accused that a certain Article of the Indian Constitution gives him the right against self-incrimination, and that he may wish to engage a lawyer. This style of presentation is alien and made-up. It does not happen in India this way. Police officer comes and arrests - simple. That's how it happens in India. This is clearly an attempt at making the novel more international, since audiences today are fed an overdose of Hollywood movies ("you have the right to remain silent", etc....the Miranda rights). A 'petrol pump', which is the standard term used in India, instead becomes a "gas station". Characters have sandwiches and coffee at a road side eatery, rather than standard Indian dishes. There are various other smaller instances likewise where I couldn't help get a similar feeling.Another thing the book lacks is character development. As with many other high octane adventure centric plots, the emphasis is on the thrill of the moment rather than in-depth characterisation. Finally, the end is rather abrupt, sudden and a bit of an anti-climax.These hiccups do not take away from the inherent attraction of the novel, though. It is intended to be a thriller, and that it does! Good quality entertainment.

Could not put it down. Was blown away by the science, numerology, history and sacred texts set within a larger story.