Mauryan Adventure, A by Subhadra Sen Gupta [Paperback]

Set in the vibrant 3rd century BCE during the reign of King Ashoka of the Mauryan dynasty, this gripping adventure follows twelve-year-old Madhura, a maid and companion to Princess Sanghamitra in the legendary city of Pataliputra. Bored with her mundane life, Madhura dreams of grand adventures, longing to travel the land like her brother Kartik, a trader aspiring to become a soldier.

Her dreams unexpectedly unfold as she embarks on a journey with Kartik from Pataliputra to Ujjaini in a caravan. However, as they travel, mysterious occurrences arise. Who is the plump man handing Kartik packets of gold and silver coins? Why do they stop in Vidisha to meet a Buddhist monk? Suspicion grows as Madhura realizes Kartik is hiding something, compelling her to uncover the truth.

Join Madhura on this fascinating journey, where secrets of the past intertwine with her dreams of adventure, offering readers a glimpse into the life of ancient India.