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Ponniyin Selvan 5

Ponniyin Selvan 5

A Comet Falls | Epic Historical Novel of the Chola Empire by Kalki | Tamil Literature Classic in English Translation by Gowri Ramnarayan

Kalki
,
Gowri Ramnarayan
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In this gripping penultimate volume of the Ponniyin Selvan series, Kalki masterfully draws the threads of intrigue, love, and vengeance towards a breathtaking crescendo.
The Chozha empire reels from the shock of an assassination and finds itself on the brink of chaos. Even as rumours swirl, and conspirators move in the shadows, the question of rightful succession grows ever more urgent.
Fearless and quick-witted, Vandiyatevan navigates treacherous waters as he uncovers secrets that could shatter the royal line. Arulmozhi Varman—torn between personal convictions and imperial duty—must confront the weight of destiny as he stands poised to shape the future of the kingdom.
Meanwhile, Nandini’s tragic past and her thirst for revenge arrive at a critical juncture, pushing key players into making impossible choices.
As destinies converge and sacrifices are made, the stage is set for a climactic resolution that will determine the future of the Chozha dynasty.

Imprint: Ebury Press

Published: Aug/2025

ISBN: 9780670099962

Length : 376 Pages

MRP : ₹799.00

Ponniyin Selvan 5

A Comet Falls | Epic Historical Novel of the Chola Empire by Kalki | Tamil Literature Classic in English Translation by Gowri Ramnarayan

Kalki
,
Gowri Ramnarayan

In this gripping penultimate volume of the Ponniyin Selvan series, Kalki masterfully draws the threads of intrigue, love, and vengeance towards a breathtaking crescendo.
The Chozha empire reels from the shock of an assassination and finds itself on the brink of chaos. Even as rumours swirl, and conspirators move in the shadows, the question of rightful succession grows ever more urgent.
Fearless and quick-witted, Vandiyatevan navigates treacherous waters as he uncovers secrets that could shatter the royal line. Arulmozhi Varman—torn between personal convictions and imperial duty—must confront the weight of destiny as he stands poised to shape the future of the kingdom.
Meanwhile, Nandini’s tragic past and her thirst for revenge arrive at a critical juncture, pushing key players into making impossible choices.
As destinies converge and sacrifices are made, the stage is set for a climactic resolution that will determine the future of the Chozha dynasty.

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Paperback / Hardback

Kalki

Ramaswamy Krishnamurthy, better known by his pen name Kalki, was an Indian writer, journalist, poet, critic and Indian independence activist who wrote in Tamil. He was awarded the Sahitya Akademi award for his novel, Alai Osai (The Sound of the Waves).

Gowri Ramnarayan

Gowri Ramnarayan is a playwright, theatre director, journalist, and vocal accompanist to legendary musician M.S. Subbulakshmi. She has translated two plays by Marathi playwright Vijay Tendulkar, and the Tamil short stories and biography of Kalki Krishnamurthy.

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