The Age of Shiva: A Novel

Name: The Age of Shiva: A Novel
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Rating: 4 (78 reviews)
Author: Manil Suri

by Manil Suri

Historical Fiction Literary Fiction

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4.0 stars from 78 reviews

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You appreciate deeply character-driven narratives that explore the interior lives of women navigating desire, motherhood, and family obligation.
You're drawn to literary fiction grounded in specific cultural contexts and spiritual traditions, where mythology shapes modern lives.
You enjoy novels that don't shy away from uncomfortable truths about love, jealousy, and the ways family members wound each other.

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You prefer plot-driven narratives with clear resolutions and straightforward character arcs.
You're looking for an uplifting story about motherhood rather than a complex, sometimes troubling examination of maternal intensity.
You want a lighter read without the weight of exploring infidelity, rivalry, and psychological complexity.

About this book

The Age of Shiva follows Meera, a seventeen-year-old narrator who experiences her first erotic longing when she sees Dev performing a passionate song. She attends the performance with her older, more beautiful sister Roopa, and wonders if she might win Dev away from her. Meera's life changes when her son is born, and she begins to imagine fulfillment through motherhood. She develops a love for her son so deep and overpowering that she fears its consequences. Her story incorporates Shiva as a symbol of religious upheaval and is intricately interwoven with ancient rites and myths central to India's history. The novel portrays both a country in turmoil and an unflinchingly honest portrait of maternal love. A reading group guide is included.

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Currently 4.0★ from 78 reviews

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