The Palace of Illusions – 15th Anniversary Edition is a beautifully written novel by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni that reimagines the epic story of the Mahabharata through the voice of Draupadi. The novel takes readers on a powerful journey through her life, from her unusual birth to her role in one of the greatest battles in mythology.
Through Draupadi’s perspective, the story explores themes of love, ambition, destiny, and the struggles faced by a strong woman in a world shaped by power and tradition. It also sheds light on her relationships with the Pandavas, her complex emotions, and the personal conflicts hidden behind the grand events of the epic.
Written in an engaging and poetic style, The Palace of Illusions offers a fresh and emotional perspective on one of India’s most famous mythological stories.
