The Immortals Of Meluha (Shiva Trilogy Book 1)

This is a really fun book. Amish clearly knows his Hindu/Indian history, tradtions and philosophy. He combines them well to tell a gripping fast paced story of how Shiva in the form of a man, idylically lliving in the Himalays is convinced to help rescue of the Meluhans living in the Indus-Saraswati plains of 4000 years ago. Phrophesised as the "Neelkanth", he reluctantly takes on his destiny and embarks on an adventure across the geography of ancient India. The story is peopled by characters and places that many who are conversant with the traiditons of India will be well aware of. The use of Hindu philosphical ideas, and of Sanskrit names and phrases is delicately woven into the story with clear expanation of the context. A good read! Looking forward to the others in the trilogy!

well i really liked this book. India affected Britain in as many ways as Britain did India and its a welcome change to read a story based around the myths (religion dharma) of India. Shiva is an endeaing character, as is Sita and the weaving of the tapestry around the civili\ations of the people of the land of 7 rivers was the foundation of a great story Arc.. started reading at midnight last night and just finishing it now. Now i have to go buy the other 2!

Loved this book... I am fascinated with the character of Shiva and the way that Amish has portrayed him in this intriguing interpretation of his footsteps on earth is really refreshing and ingenious Can blind hatred for evil transform a man into a God? The relationship between Shiva and Sati is perfectly pitched and exemplifies a good range of human emotion that people face as they contemplate whether they are 'good enough' to receive the love of such a person. The ancient mythologies are interwoven beautifully into a contemporary storyline and the suspense is held well. Looking forward to book 2 of the trilogy!

I went into this book knowing the vaguest of stories about Shiva. By the time I finished it, I had been on an emotional journey beyond my wildest dreams. My heart ached for Sati, I raged against the enemy with Shiva, and when the truth was revealed, my heart shattered and I desperately wanted peace. This author has done what most can't; brought me to tears. If I ever get a chance to sit at his feet and learn the art of wordcraft from him, I will be a happy woman indeed.

A friend recommended I read the trilogy. I bought book1 as a used item and it truely was near new !! The book itself is fantastic .. its written really well and as a result I've so enjoyed reading it. Am now on book 2 and already ordered book 3 ... also a used item .

What a simple and erudite way of explaining concepts and presenting a whole new viewpoint , one that has inspired quite a few interesting discussions within my own friends and family circle. Thank you Amish ... lovely trilogy.

After reading the first, I couldn’t help but read them all. It has a good pace to it, is written in a way that keeps it enticing, and descriptive. I don’t think you need any knowledge of these lords/gods to read the book either.

Loved the refreshing fantasy take on Shiva mythology and the subtle comic quotes every now and then making it seem almost like a typical everyday bunch of people just talking to each other. The references and relations to important historic and mythological Hindu storylines and locales make it an even more exciting read!