Chakra: Chronicles of the Witch Way by Ritu Lalit : A Review

About the Book:

The Japas are a race so secretive that their existence is dismissed as a myth. Tales of them abound in our mythology, telling of these men and women, possessing physical abilities beyond belief, playing with elements, with the power to curse and cure. They exist among us, mingle with us, ride our metros, visit our malls, and even go to the same schools and colleges as us. 

Parineeta Mohan is a powerful Japni who has turned her back on The Witch Way. She has even brought up her niece and nephew as ordinary people, unaware of their heritage. 

Their life changes when the kids disappear along with their cousin Roma. 

A shocked and desperate Parineeta has to find them before enemies of her family do, and has no one to turn to but Jorawar, a man she is attracted to but cant trust since he belongs to the sinister organization Pax.

The only way she can fight, win and survive is to embrace her heritage, return to The Witch Way.

Chakra is a deftly woven tale of the power of awakened kundalinis, of evil chimeras who suck the life force of loved ones, of bomb explosions and bloodshed, of the coming of the Age of the Japnis.
~ Abha Iyengar

Intrigue, powerplays and the mystical allure of the supernatural: Ritu Lalit has penned an unputdownable saga that grips and entertains like dynamite!
~ Nandita Bose

Now, Review Time –

Chakra: Chronicles of the Witch Way is a complex book with the blend of mythology. The story is not only set in ancient time. At times you will think it is set in today’s world and sometimes in the time which is yet to come. Author has used good imagination power. I liked this part about author. Where one side everyone is coming up with chic-lit, on the other side some authors are coming up with some serious mythological books. I’m happy with this change. This will set new trend in Indian fiction market! 

The story is very fluent and gripping. It trips forward without any amazement and twists that you cannot pick well before. All characters are sketched very well and they make book and plot more interesting. None of the character feels like out of story. While certain descriptions, sub plots and brief introductions to history were mesmerizing and I took a particular liking in the spirituality. Mythological books require a lot of research and the author has done complete justice in this department. Her language is really fresh and the narration is entrancing. The simple words and simpler narration keep the read interesting and the clear context of events doesn’t break the flow. I read it cover-to-cover in four hours and do not regret the time spent.

I would say that its author’s third book and her experience and research is clearly visible which makes this book stand out of league. This book was definitely a page turner for me. I personally enjoy mythological books. And this is the book I loved from the core. The audience of this book is not restricted to youth but can also target readers with 30-45 age group as they can relate to mythology more than youths. Ritu Lalit again sets up high expectations for me like last time for her next book. This book is totally a sequel material. Looking forward to it.

The book is almost error-free. Cover page is tempting and attracts one to buy it. Author Empire has done quite good job in editing and promotions.

Ritu Lalit proved herself to be an effective storyteller once again. This book is highly recommended for those wanting to read something different in the field of mythology. I would like to rate this book 4/5. It stands recommended by Read In Park. Mythological book lovers should give it a read.