About the Author
Rakesh K. Kaul
ISBN 9780143445982
Rs. 560
Penguin Books
Dawn
The Warrior Princess of Kashmir
Who it's for: Readers who enjoy dystopian sci-fi with mythological elements
In the year 3000 AD, deep within a Mount Kailash cave, sixteen-year-old Dawn, the long-lost princess of Kashmir, discovers a destiny tied to an ancient prophecy. She is tasked with confronting the Troika—a malevolent trinity comprising the ruthless Arman, the advanced AI war machine AIman, and their omniscient overlord, Dushita. This empire manipulates history and minds, ruling a world ravaged by AI armies where women have been annihilated and humanity faces the Great Apocalypse, Sarvanash. With a band of five outlaw boys, Dawn embarks on a perilous journey across time and space. Her quest requires her to unlock formidable powers within herself, guided by the forgotten wisdom hidden in Kashmir's Niti folk tales, to challenge the most technologically advanced and lethal empire humanity has ever known. Why You Should Read? Experience a unique blend of futuristic science fiction and ancient Kashmiri mythology. Follow a strong female protagonist who is the last hope for humanity's survival. Explore themes of AI dominance, dystopian futures, and the power of forgotten wisdom. Engage with an epic saga set against the rich backdrop of the Kashmir Valley.
Highlights
- Set in the year 3000 AD with a dystopian AI-ruled world
- Blends futuristic science fiction with ancient Kashmiri mythology
- Features a strong female protagonist as humanity's last hope
- Incorporates forgotten wisdom from Kashmir's Niti folk tales
- Epic journey across time and space with a band of outlaws
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What is the setting of the book?
The story is set in the year 3000 AD, in a world ravaged by AI armies where women have been annihilated and humanity faces the Great Apocalypse, Sarvanash.
Who is the main character?
The main character is Dawn, a sixteen-year-old long-lost princess of Kashmir who discovers a destiny tied to an ancient prophecy.
What is the Troika?
The Troika is a malevolent trinity comprising Arman, the AI war machine AIman, and their overlord Dushita, who rule the world by manipulating history and minds.
What role do Kashmiri folk tales play?
The forgotten wisdom hidden in Kashmir's Niti folk tales guides Dawn in unlocking her powers to challenge the empire.
Is this a standalone novel or part of a series?
The provided information does not specify whether it is part of a series, so it is treated as a standalone novel.