Yakshini (Book Review)

Book: Yakshini

Author: Neil D’Silva

Publication: Rupa Publications

Fiction – the best part about fiction is that it sets your imagination free. The writer of fiction can expand his/ her limits to infinity. Something similar is what I experienced with Yakshini, authored by Neil D’Silva and published by Rupa Publications. The plot is set in the late ’90s and early 2000.

The story is about a simple village, Meenakshi, who turns out to be a seductress, unknowingly and unintentionally, which later puts her into problems. It is only later that she learns that in her body lives another creature called Yakshini, owing to a curse.

The story revolves around Meenakshi and how she protects her husband from this demoness within. As one moves ahead with the story, it for the readers to see, whether Meenakshi controls the Yakshini, or is it the other way around? And who wins finally!

The author has picked up a leaf from Mythology and spun a tale around it. Meenakshi is stark opposite from the Yakshini that resides within her and the difference of the transition is also captured very clearly. The plot is interesting and unusual. The story is neatly crafted, and it is a well-thought one. The phase of Meenakshi’s marital life gets a little boring at times, but then the author brings in a twist in no time.

No points for guessing that the flow is flawless and characterization is engaging. The rural elements, changes in the lifestyle of characters are neatly depicted. It is a good read if you enjoy reading fiction.

My ratings: 4.5 out of 5.

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