The Hidden Hindu 2
The first round went badly. The Mritsanjeevani has fallen into dangerous hands, and it turns out Nagendra's ambitions stretch far beyond living forever. What looked like a final confrontation was, in truth, only the opening move in a much larger game. Om remains a man incomplete, still searching for the truth of who he actually is, though he no longer walks that path in isolation. Two of history's most formidable warriors stand at his side now. Two equally mysterious figures stand with Nagendra, though whether their loyalty is genuine or merely convenient is a question the story keeps tantalisingly open. The identities of LSD and Parimal remain stubbornly elusive, and Om's own origins grow more complicated with every revelation. Akshat Gupta pulls readers into a chase for a hidden verse, a single fragment of text whose significance apparently dwarfs even the promise of eternal life. It's a bold claim, and the narrative earns it gradually, layering intrigue upon intrigue. If you enjoyed the first instalment, this second volume pushes the mythology wider and the personal stakes higher. A gripping read for anyone drawn to stories where ancient Indian lore meets propulsive, plot-driven fiction.
- Author: Akshat Gupta
- Publisher: Penguin eBury Press
- Genre: Thrillers & Suspense
- ISBN: 978-0143456544
- Pages: 250 pages