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“Unique and empowering” Geeta Thakkar #Review #AwakenDurgaWithin

Nov 03

I am a huge fan of self help books and this one is a very unique and different one, so I readily agreed to review it. This was my first read by Usha Narayanan and I am in awe of her writing. From her writing style, narrations, her knowledge of mythology to the amazing content of this book, I loved it all. I will surely be picking up more of her work. The theme of the book is very unique and empowering. The author has wonderfully connected mythology and created a masterpiece with suggestions and solutions that will help women fight their...  Read more

Feminism in the Indian context – #AwakenDurgaWithin #Review by Shantala

Mar 13

When I first read the blurb of this book, I was immediately intrigued, because it seemed to take a unique approach to addressing women's issues (especially in India), by using tales from Indian mythology/historical fiction to provide practical solutions for modern women who want to assert themselves and reclaim their life in a largely patriarchal society. But to be completely honest, while I thought the concept was great, I was unsure if it will actually work. Though after having read this book, I have to say that for the most part, the book...  Read more

Meet the author: Usha Narayanan – Sudesna Ghosh

Mar 13

IMG_20180829_195750__01 I am super excited to have well-known author Usha Narayanan on my blog today. She is the reason that I read books in the mythology genre these days. Her books are unique as they touch so many areas of the human heart – for...  Read more

“Great tips without creating false hopes” #Review #AwakenDurga by Devika Fernando

Jan 17

Some self-help books tend to be preachy or promise you the moon. Not this one, thankfully. It cleverly mixes Indian mythology with modern views, a dose of critical self-analysis and more than just a dose of practical advice. I especially loved the concept of 3 C's (choose, change, create) that could be applied to so many situations. Whether you're young or older, married or not, a mother or daughter or simply a woman seeking to come into her own, this book offers some great tips while neither making things seem easy-peasy nor creating false hop...  Read more