Chanakya Returns: A Novel by Timeri N. Murari [Hardcover]

Chanakya Returns is a gripping political thriller that reimagines the ancient strategist Chanakya reincarnated in modern India. In this life, Chanakya serves as the adviser to Avanti, the young and hesitant daughter of a powerful political leader. Through his guidance, Avanti navigates the complex world of politics, where she faces a fundamental choice: to pursue the power of love or to embrace the love of power. As Avanti grows into a skilled and ambitious leader under Chanakya's mentorship, her decisions have far-reaching effects on her family and the people of her state. The novel explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, power dynamics, and the timeless influence of Chanakya's philosophies on statecraft and personal ambition.