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  Image Source: Amazon.in ISBN: 978-9389305678   Publisher: Jaico Publishing House Price: INR 499/- Genre: Fiction, Fantasy About the Book  Patience is a Drawn Bow. Rage, its Relentless Arrow.  Shukracharya’s plan to break the unity of Vikramaditya’s Council has borne bitter fruit. Friends have become sworn enemies, and brother has turned against brother, setting Avanti on the path to self-destruction. Even as Vikramaditya prepares to counter a Huna invasion, a rebellion brews within Ujjayini, while a devious conspiracy is hatched to humiliate him. With Indra’s spies swarming the palace and Shukracharya making a bold bid to take the Halahala, the king is dangerously close to the brink of defeat. Alone and abandoned by those dear to him, fighting to protect his people, trying his best to keep his promise to Shiva, will the samrat rise one last time to defend his love, his city and his honour? As the asura and deva forces muster in a final, desperate gamble to cla...

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Introduction ISBN:  9788184959932 Genre:  Non-fiction / Inspirational Publishers:  Jaico Publishing House Price:  Rs. 350/-  ( I got the book for review from the  publisher ) 99 stories of incredible women from India. Featuring Zia Mody, Chanda Kochhar, Mary Kom, Neerja Bhanot, Anita Dongre and others 99 daughters of India who dared to be different From Rani Lakshmibai and Indira Gandhi to Chanda Kocchar and Mary Kom, The Double-X Factor explores the lives and times of 99 exceptional achievers who challenged the gender barrier and rose to fame. Indian history is replete with instances of women’s valour, fortitude, courage, self-sacrifice and leadership in times of crisis. Some of them have turned into folklore and many of them have been immortalized in movies. Most of all, these women have left a great and indelible impact on several generations. Be it politics, arts, entertainment, sports or business, they carved a niche in every sphere t...

Introduction ISBN: 978184958904 Genre: Non-F iction / Self help Publishers: Jaico Books Price:  Rs.199/-  ( I got the book for review from the publisher ) 5 Success Secrets Do you tend to buckle under pressure? Do you find yourself losing your cool in stressful situations? Do you find yourself unlucky in spite of working hard? Think and Win Like Dhoni is not just a usual book about cricket, but a book that will help you to beat the odds. Get ahead of your competitors using tips and tricks from the Indian captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni’s life, shared by the man himself! Everyone says MS Dhoni is lucky. But have you ever wondered why he is so lucky? How does he manage to cash in on opportunities? How does he remain calm in the face of immense pressure? What makes him a great leader and a youth icon? Discover the mind power of the boy who traveled the road of exclusivity, from being a regular Ranchi lad to a world-famous cricketer. Learn how to build confidenc...

Introduction ISBN: 9788184959444 Genre: F iction / Literature/ Historic fiction Publishers: Jaico Books Price:  Rs.399/-  ( I got the book for review from the publisher ) The Portuguese captain anchored his fleet near the Calicut port. He fixed his piercing gaze on the shore and stood still. This time, Vasco da Gama made up his mind to take the treasures of the Malabar Coast back with him at any cost. His priority, pepper the Black Gold! Across the sea, the Zamorin of Calicut began to panic. He knew Gamas return meant trouble. Calicuts relationship with the neighbouring kingdoms isnt exactly cosy, thanks to Zamorins exacting trade policy. A failure at this point is not an option and that too, to a foreigner! To add to his worries, theres a spy roaming free in his own turf, plotting revenge. In the center of all this melee is the Zamorins pretty niece, Kunjulakshmi, harbouring her own little secret that could crumble the kingdom and start a war of doom on the coast. ...

Introduction ISBN: 978-8184956382 Genre: Mythology / Fantasy Publishers: Jaico Price:  Rs.350/- ( I got this book from the author for a review ) "A good work of mytho-fiction" -- Anand Neelakantan THE PRICE OF A PROMISE. PAID IN BLOOD. The deadly Halahala, the all-devouring poison churned from the depths of the White Lake by the devas and asuras, was swallowed by Shiva to save the universe from extinction. But was the Halahala truly destroyed? A small portion still remains – a weapon powerful enough to guarantee victory to whoever possesses it. And both asuras and devas, locked in battle for supremacy, will stop at nothing to claim it. As the forces of Devaloka and Patala, led by Indra and Shukracharya, plot to possess the Halahala, Shiva turns to mankind to guard it from their murderous clutches. It is now up to Samrat Vikramaditya and his Council of Nine to quell the supernatural hordes – and prevent the universe from tumbling into chaos! A sweepin...

Introduction ISIN:  9788184958874 Genre: Fiction / Mythology Publishers: Jaico Publishing House Price:  Rs.350/- ( I got this book from the publisher for a review ) VICTORY IS TEMPORARY. THE BATTLE IS ETERNAL. Vikramaditya and his Council of Nine have fought valiantly to repel the rampaging hordes from Devaloka and Patala – but Avanti has been brought to its knees. Ujjayini lies battered its citizens are scared and morale is badly shaken. Meanwhile, the barbaric Hunas and Sakas are gathering on the horizon and cracks are emerging between the allied kingdoms of Sindhuvarta. The only silver lining is that the deadly Halahala is safe. For now. Bent on vengeance, Indra is already scheming to destroy Vikramaditya, while Shukracharya has a plan that can spell the doom for the Guardians of the Halahala. How long can the human army hold out against the ferocity and cunning of the devas and asuras? And will Vikramaditya’s love for his queen come in the way of his pro...

Introduction ISIN:  978-8184958966 Genre: Non-Fiction / Self help Publishers: Jaico Publishing House Price:  Rs. 250/- ( I got this book from the publisher for a review ) A world-class manual on why and how to pursue your dreams. Do you aspire to be successful in life? Do you work hard but rarely get the desired outcome? Do you fear your aspirations will expire before you realize them? In his book Aspire before You Expire, bestselling author Dr. Ujjwal Patni shares hard-hitting insights on topics like why people kill their aspirations, how to design your aspirations, mantras of image management, companionship scan, success habits and how to create an ecosystem to fulfill your aspirations. Behind the book Source: Amazon.in

Introduction ISIN:  978-81-8495-871-3 Genre: Non fiction / Biography / International Affairs Publishers: Jaico Publishing House Price:  Rs. 350/- ( I got this book from the  publisher for a review ) A compelling page-turner that traces one woman’s political career in the world’s most dynamic democracy. On 12 April 2015, casting herself as the champion of the common American, Hillary Clinton formally announced her intention to run for President in 2016. With her core principles unchanged, Hillary seems all set to secure the one role she has long desired. What drives this most intriguing and polarizing of political figures? Will she be able to shake off the past and finally emerge a winner? What are her chances of winning the title? And most importantly, what kind of President would she make? The questions are endless. Drawing on original interviews with close associates of both Bill and Hillary, as well as a wealth of recently declassified materials from ...

First look at The Conspiracy at Meru (VikramadityaVeergatha # 2)

Introduction ISIN: 9978-81-8495-654-2 Genre: Self-help / Career Publishers: Jaico Books Price: Rs. 250/- [ I got this book from the publisher for a review ] 59 ways to fast-track your career from Classroom to Corporate Office Schools and colleges do not prepare us for the real world. Worse still, they often create blind spots that hold us back in the corporate world. As a result, many intelligent, dedicated and hardworking professionals stagnate in their careers. Unleash your potential with Ready, Steady, Go! Analyze the root cause of career-related issues and learn 59 high-octane rules for personal success, including:  ● Be Sociable, Not Social  ● Passion Is Out of Fashion ● Think Like a Golfer  ● Get The Boss Equation Right ... and much, much more! Fast-track your career – whether you have just started out or have years of experience under your belt. So Ready, Steady, Go! Behind The book Source: Amazon.com

Introduction ISIN: 9788184955316 Genre: Mythology Publishers: Jaico Books Price: Rs. 350/- (I received the book for review from Blog Adda ) Shattered Dreams is the sequel to the national bestseller, Rise of the Sun Prince, in the new spiritual and motivational series Ramayana - The Game of Life. Twelve joyful years have passed in Ayodhya since the wedding of Rama and Sita at the end of Book 1. Now, in Shattered Dreams, Shubha Vilas narrates the riveting drama of Rama’s exile. Through tales of Rama’s unwavering and enigmatic persona, the book teaches us how to handle reversals positively; through Bharata’s actions, it teaches us to handle temptation; and through Sita’s courage, to explore beyond our comfort zone. This complicated family drama provides deep insights on how human relationships work and how they fail. With Valmiki’s Ramayana as its guiding light, Shattered Dreams deftly entwines poetic beauty from the Kamba Ramayana and Ramacharitramanas, as well as fol...

Introduction ISBN: 978-81-8495-615-3 Genre: Nonfiction / Spirituality Publishers: Jaico Publishers Price: Rs. 299/- (I got this book for review from the publisher) "We all want to know what happens when we die. According to Cyndi Dale, we don t have to wait to find out. With The Journey After Life, this internationally renowned author presents a compelling investigation of the soul s journey an evolutionary cycle of birth, death, and rebirth that we travel as we ascend through the spiritual Planes of Light. Drawing on her broad understanding of thanatology (the study of death from medical, psychological, and spiritual perspectives) as well as her own extraordinary experiences as an intuitive healer and psychic, Dale has created a comprehensive primer on how we can ready ourselves for the adventure we call death, including: Is there a Heaven or a Hell? Are we reunited with our loved ones?  Answers to the most common questions about the afterlife The twelve Planes of...

Introduction ISIN: 978-81-8495-576-7 Genre: Self help Publishers: Jaico Book Price: Rs. 250/- (I got this book for review from the publisher) In any service sector across the globe, there are three things, which sets the foundation for success. They are: Organizational Development, Customer Relationship and Leadership None of these concepts are new. In fact, they have been around ever since the services sector was formed. However, how you play your cards in each one of them has certainly changed drastically, primarily attributing to the global nature of businesses, technology inventions, required collaboration and most importantly, staying competitive has become extremely difficult unless you are highly innovative at all times.  New Age Leadership takes you into the various aspects of leadership in any organization, any domain or any kind of businesses. It explores age-old issues of leading an organization, but addresses them with an open mind and approaches that are ...

Introduction ISIN: 978-81-8485-570-5 Genre: Self help Publishers: Jaico Book Price: Rs. 225/- ( I got this book for review from the publisher ) It’s time to breakthrough, not breakdown. It’s time to give your all and not give up. It is time to put your best foot forward and Dance to the 7 Tunes of Success! Success is not just about achieving your goals, it is about making the most while you’re on your way to your goal. You are happy when you achieve success, but you also achieve success when you are happy. Dance to the 7 Tunes of Success puts together the 7 invaluable pieces of life’s puzzle in the right sequence and pattern to bring out the real potential in each one of us. The 7 tunes of our life work wonderfully in rhythm to reveal the gifts we possess. It is thus time to break out of our comfort zone and create a legacy for a more purposeful world. It’s time to broaden our horizons with new and powerful ideas on being happy and making a positive difference to li...

Introduction • ISIN: 9788184955460 • Genre: Non fiction • Publishers: Jaico Publishing House • Price: Rs. 450/- ( I got this book for review from the publisher ) Sahara: The Untold Story is based on painstaking research to demystify India's most secretive and largely unlisted conglomerate, the Sahara India Pariwar. It also delves into the group's ongoing legal battle with the market regulator. Entrepreneur Subrata Roy, the guardian angel of the group, whose feet are touched by everybody in the Pariwar, wants to reach out to a million lives and feels impeded and shuttered in by regulations. So the clash with the regulators was inevitable. But when a regulator slams one door, maverick Roy opens another. This play has been on since 1978, when Sahara was set up. Roy is well known for glamour and his association with film stars, cricketers and politicians. He exudes patriotism, with a statue of Bharat Mata (the presiding deity of the group) on a chariot driven by fo...

Introduction • ISBN – 978-8184955309 • Genre: Mythological • Publishers: Jaico Publishers • Price: Rs. 250/- ( P.S: I got the book from the publisher for a review) Ramayana: The Game of Life , one of the world's great literary masterpieces, skilfully retold for modern audiences. Epics like the Ramayana have been recounted infinite times. Is there a need for another chronicle in the presence of so many? How is this one different? And is it relevant to our ever-changing modern lives? Yes, there is a need, yes this is different and yes, it is relevant. This new series of books, each following one khand of the Ramayana, decodes the eternal wisdom of that poetic scripture through gripping narrative and thought-provoking instruction. In the time-honoured custom of spreading wisdom through tales, every fascinating story in the epic is retold here and every character unfolded to captivate your heart and open your mind to life's deepest questions. The narrative close...

Introduction • ISBN – 978-8184954012 • Genre: Non- Fiction / Inspirational / Business • Publishers: Jaico Publishers • Price: Rs. 200/- ( P.S: I got the book from the publisher for a review) Chanakya, who lived in India in the 4th Century BC, was a leadership guru par excellence. The treasure of his teachings can be found in his book, The Arthashastra, which deals with good governance based on ideal leadership. The concept of the ideal nation in The Arthashastra, called Saptanga, holds that there are seven pillars of a kingdom: Swami, Amatya, Janpada, Durg, Kosha, Dand, Mitra iti Prakritya. For centuries, Indian rulers have used this concept as a model of successful government. In this path-breaking book, Chanakya's 7 Secrets of Leadership, author Radhakrishnan Pillai delves into Chanakya's Saptanga with the real-life example of D. Sivanandhan. Former Director General of Police, Maharashtra and the archetype of an able administrator, Sivanandhan shares his guide...