Lanka’s Princess – By Kavita Kane [English Novel]

Lanka’s Princess by Kavita Kane is a powerful mythological novel that retells the Ramayana from the perspective of Surpanakha, one of its most misunderstood female characters. The novel gives voice to her pain, desire, rejection, and rage, presenting a deeply human and emotionally complex portrait. Kavita Kane skillfully explores themes of identity, injustice, patriarchy, and the consequences of humiliation, offering a fresh and empathetic lens on an ancient epic. The book challenges traditional narratives and highlights the strength and vulnerability of women in mythology.