Dr. Isha Prasad

The Palace of Illusions by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni is a captivating and engaging retelling of the ancient Hindu epic, the Mahabharata, from the perspective of Draupadi, the lead female character in the epic. The novel is rich in storytelling and offers a new and magical perspective on the epic battle between the Kaurav and Pandav brothers. Divakaruni's writing style is deeply engaging, and she skillfully weaves together the epic scenes of the Mahabharata into a beautiful and well-paced narrative. The book is a perfect recipe for anyone interested in mythology, historical fiction, and storytelling, and it is a must-read for those who love mythological fiction. It's a must read.