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bohemianbibliophile's review
4.0
I had read Ms Draupadi Kuru, the first book in the seriesr, way back in 2016 when it was released. The sequel was a long time coming.
The book is not a retelling of Mahabharata in the modern context. It is a witty and quirky take on how the Kuru men would react in the present scenario. Sometimes with hilarious consequences. There are a few culture shocks, too. Vibrators, protection, and skin-tight jeans.
While the first book concentrates more on the women navigating the current Indraprastha, Misters Kuru is about the Pandavas carving their own destiny and moving away from the shadow of their big brother. Between all the laughs, it is also their chance to right the wrongs. It is also interesting how the author picked the basic character traits of the Pandavas and built on them.
How can a book based in Delhi not have a generous smattering of current politics? The upholders of Indian culture, the nationalists, the whole debate that non-vegetarianism is not intrinsically Indian. The names chosen for the characters are often too obvious.
I am a bit partial to the first book in the series. I sure did miss Amba. But this was a delightful read nonetheless. If you enjoy Mahabharata retellings and are okay with a generous amount of creative liberties, I would recommend you pick the book.
The book is not a retelling of Mahabharata in the modern context. It is a witty and quirky take on how the Kuru men would react in the present scenario. Sometimes with hilarious consequences. There are a few culture shocks, too. Vibrators, protection, and skin-tight jeans.
While the first book concentrates more on the women navigating the current Indraprastha, Misters Kuru is about the Pandavas carving their own destiny and moving away from the shadow of their big brother. Between all the laughs, it is also their chance to right the wrongs. It is also interesting how the author picked the basic character traits of the Pandavas and built on them.
How can a book based in Delhi not have a generous smattering of current politics? The upholders of Indian culture, the nationalists, the whole debate that non-vegetarianism is not intrinsically Indian. The names chosen for the characters are often too obvious.
I am a bit partial to the first book in the series. I sure did miss Amba. But this was a delightful read nonetheless. If you enjoy Mahabharata retellings and are okay with a generous amount of creative liberties, I would recommend you pick the book.
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