Who is the hero of a story? The one who is brave and honorable, or the one who survives to tell the story?Which is the more powerful weapon? The one that wins battles, or the one that wins the minds of people?Set in the ancient land of Jivavarta, 'The Timingila' is the story of Trishala, a weak kingdom at the mercy of its neighbors, and Tasvak, the unwanted child of its king. When a series of unexpected events put Trishala under a tyrant's control, Tasvak is forced into a web of deception as he struggles to resurrect Trishala's lost glory. Along the way, he has to deal with fanatics, assassins, victims, and reformers. Facing manipulation and betrayal at every step, will Tasvak succeed?A fast-paced thriller, 'The Timingila' narrates the story of three underdogs -- a fallen kingdom that rises against powerful enemies to become the center of an empire, a nascent faith that stands against traditions to become the dominant religion, and a fugitive warrior who defies all odds to become a mighty king.Goodreads rating: 4.36 / 5"Overall, a lovely book that should appeal to those who want to read something different, something that has a fast pace and at times, odd developments that leave you wondering." - Ashwini Abhyankar (Goodreads)"... if you are looking for fast-paced entertainer with gripping characters and a storyline based in an ancient exotic world, this is must read." - Jennifer (Goodreads)"It is was an unusual experience, but I very much enjoyed reading The Timingila." - Grace (Goodreads)"This is a fantasy on steroids. The author had a story to tell and she tells it in her own unique and original way." - Rettah (Goodreads)