Krishna Deva Raya : The Crown of Vijayanagara | Abhijeeth Hiliyana | Book Review | Indian Historical Fiction
Krishna Deva Raya : The Crown of Vijayanagara by Abhijeeth Hiliyana is the sequel to “Krishna Deva Raya: The Boy who would be King“. This book chronicles the later years of legendary Indian King, Krishna Deva Raya, and even features his relationship with his witty courtier Tenali Rama. So, read the book summary, age rating, release date, genre, book quotes, and book review of Krishna Deva Raya : The Crown of Vijayanagara by Abhijeeth Hiliyana in this post below.
About Krishna Deva Raya : The Crown of Vijayanagara by Abhijeeth Hiliyana:
No. of Pages: 344
Release Date: Hachette India (22 July 2022)
Genre: Indian Historical Fiction, Historical Fiction, Myths, Legends, Sagas, Indian History
Series: Krishna Deva Raya Book 2
Reading Age: Teen and above
Can be read as a standalone? No. It is recommended that you read “Krishna Deva Raya: The Boy who would be King” first
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Krishna Deva Raya : The Crown of Vijayanagara by Abhijeeth Hiliyana Book Summary:
Krishna Deva Raya is now King, a father, and his kingdom is prosperous. But enemies are plotting his downfall. Will the boy who became king through sheer bravery, loyalty, and devotion be able to prove himself an exemplary King too?
Krishna Deva Raya : The Crown of Vijayanagara by Abhijeeth Hiliyana Book Review:
I absolutely adored reading the first book “Krishna Deva Raya: The Boy who would be King“. So, when I heard the sequel was here, I jumped to read it. And I am so glad that it is such a worthy second part too!
I devoured it in a matter of days, and was impressed by the research the author has done to bring realism to this story. So, an immersive, thrilling, and real like experience, this book had me transported back in time to an era of legendary Kings like Krishna Deva Raya.
Things I Liked:
Book Cover, Synopsis, and Title:
The first things readers notice are the Book title, synopsis or blurb, and the book cover. And this book nails all three of these initial attractions.
Storytelling and World Building:
The narration style is simple and yet manages to easily hook a reader. I was pulled in the story right from the start, and sat engrossed all through. Then the world building is so realistic that you will feel like you are a part of it. Everything felt like happening right in front of my eyes, and held in thrall throughout!
This sequel portrays less emotion and more battle and war strategy along with politics. The readers are shown intricately the many war strategies. And given the behind-the-scenes experience that had me sitting up in excitement.
Characterisation:
The well -researched and almost historically accurate characters are a highlight of this book as well as this series. Krishna Deva Raya has matured from the impulsive and young soldier to a King who is deliberate, practical, and more cautious in his decisions. Here he is a King people worship like God. He is also a father, and a devoted husband. Everything seems picture perfect but underneath turmoil is brewing. With enemies both inside and outside the Palace walls, Krishna is surrounded by wolves.
This book shows how much a person, royalty or not, changes in personality as they grow older. The style of Krishna Deva’s thinking changed from the brash, hungry thinker to a more mature and practical one in this book. While sometimes I missed the old younger version of him, at places I loved his newer version too!
Then I also loved both the Queens and their relationship with the King and each other is definitely eye opening.
The wise and witty Tenali:
We also meet the wise Tenali Rama. And while his role is shown from a more serious point of view but it is nonetheless very interesting to experience his friendship with Krishna Deva Raya.
I loved the witty episode featuring Tenali’s shrewd intelligence. And adored the valuable lesson he shares at the end.
a scholar must first and foremost be humble. How else can he hope to drink a drop from the ocean of knowledge? “
A man who claims to have gained all known knowledge in the world should have been able to figure out my simple ruse. After all, what is the point of knowledge without the viveka to discern the truth?”
Krishna Deva Raya : The Crown of Vijayanagara by Abhijeeth Hiliyana Book quote
The war scenes are epic!
This book series has the potential to be adapted to the screen as a movie or a TV series. The war scenes where so immersive that they had me biting my nails in excitement. You will be transported back in time and feel like everything is happening right in front of your eyes!
So, I would love really watch them come alive on TV!
The ending is so anti-climactic.
I can’t finish my review before talking about the ending. It totally left me shocked and yet oddly at peace with it too. I had a different expectation in my mind but the author again proves that he is willing to take risks. So, the ending really said it all!
Conclusion:
All in all, this book is an experience that is not-to-be-missed for all historical books lovers. Definitely among my top reads of 2022, this book and this series by Abhijeeth Hiliyana had me sucked in and hooked throughout. I loved each second spent reading these books, and Njkinny recommends this book to all Indian history lovers.
So, 4.5 out of 5 stars to it. A perfect gift for your loved ones, go buy, read, and gift this book now!
I am so glad I came across Abhijeeth Hiliyana’s books, and wish him the very best for the future.
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Also read the first book, Krishna Deva Raya: The Boy who would be King by Krishna Deva Raya:
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