The Daughter from a Wishing Tree: Unusual Tales About Women from Mythology (Unusual Tales from Indian Mythology) Paperback – October 17, 2019

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A beautiful retelling of some of the unique stories about Hindu women. I learnt a lot from these inspiring stories.

I have read so many books by Sudha Murty but with each new book, she continues to amaze and engage me in her stories. Her writing style is elegant with no dramatic fanfare and yet so powerful that it draws the readers in and keeps them entranced until the end and then some more.The title of the book "The Daughter from a Wishing Tree: Unusual Tales about Women in Mythology by Sudha Murty" is self explanatory and one gets a general idea about the book but once you start reading it, it is only then that you understand the true essence of the book. I absolutely adored the stories that are short enough to be read during breaks and engaging enough to keep one interested throughout.The cover is eye catching and the shiny gold-red theme attracts attention right from the first glance. The book has illustrations inside too that add to the overall appeal of the stories. Nishit and I fell in love with the cover art and the illustrations inside. While he is too young to understand the written word, he loves turning the pages to look at the pictures every chance that he gets while asking me to read the stories.Consisting of 24 short stories, all about the women from Indian mythology, this book brings to light the strength, devotion and quiet sacrifices of these women who, though, so powerful and playing important roles in forging the memorable mythological tales that we read today, willingly took a backseat, opting to work in the background so that their male counterparts got all the glory.I felt humbled. empowered and so happy after reading these stories. A great way to educate your kid, Nishit loves listening to the stories that have everything he loves right from magic, valour, strong characters, suspenseful events and the Gods and Goddesses he knows!A lovely book that I am glad to have read, this is one book that can be read and re-read any number of times by readers of all ages.4.5 stars to it out of 5, Njkinny recommends The Daughter from a Wishing Tree: Unusual Tales about Women in Mythology by Sudha Murty to everyone. Go grab your copy now and enjoy this feel good book featuring strong heroines who loved, lived and fought passionately with no care for fame and glory.This review is also available on Njkinny's Blog.

There are so many stories listed which are interesting to read.. I have book marked few of the chapters to remember the story..

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Very good book

Go for the illustrations and the cover. Go for this book if you are genuinely interested in knowing about the less known women characters in Hindu mythology.The writing is easily accessible for all age groups even for young readers and beginners.The stories are short and concise. The characters are introduced well and their parts explained enough I feel.I love the full page illustrations though. Hopefully I get to read one of the author’s work with colourful illustrations someday soon.A good introductory read for kids and for readers who wants to know about strong female characters from Hindu mythology.

Awesome and big thumbs up on Sudha mam book . ✨I can't wait to be finish 💖👍🏻