Nagin by Mayur Didolkar | Book Review | An “Ichchadhari Nagin or Shapeshifter Snakes” Short Story Collection

July 25, 2020October 15, 2024 Njkinny 2 Comments 4 Stars, atmospheric books, books to gift, contemporary fiction, indian fiction, Indian Writing, short story collection

Nagin by Mayur Didolkar explores the mythical yet thrilling interest around “Ichchadhari Nagin” or shapeshifter snakes that can change into the human form at will through engaging short stories that will give you the chills and keep you glued to your seat all through.

On the occasion of “Nag Panchami”, a Hindu Indian festival celebrating snakes, I thought of sharing a book that features snakes as the main lead. Read the blurb, publication history, genre, book review and buy links for Nagin by Mayur Didolkar in this post below.

Also read about shapeshifting panthers, wolves, and more in Nalini Singh’s “Psy-Changeling” Series

Nagin by Mayur Didolkar Review on Njkinny's Blog

About Nagin:

Title and Author: Nagin by Mayur Didolkar

No. of Pages: 276

Publication Date: 2018 by Juggernaut Books

Genre: Short Story Collection, Mystery, Indian Fiction, Fantasy, Shapeshifter Fantasy Fiction, Anthology

Blurb:

Loving wife, obedient daughter, loyal friend.
But if you provoke her, she will raise her hood and spit poison.

A woman is stalked by a man she had once rejected. A housewife discovers a plot to kill her husband. A blond young girl is chased by an underworld gang.

But these are no ordinary women.
Some of them aren’t even women.

YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED

Book Review: Nagin by Mayur Didolkar

Do you believe that there are snakes who can change form into humans at will? Do you believe in the myth of the “mani” (a stone that holds immense power and which is guarded by “Ichchadhari” or shapeshifter snakes?

I have been fascinated by the many mysteries surrounding these mythical creatures and after watching the famous “Nagin” film, a Bollywood movie, starring Sridevi, I became even more enamoured with these myths. As a result, when I heard about Nagin by Mayur Didolkar I immediately picked it up to read.

This book features short stories centered around the fantasy concept of “Ichchadhari Nagin”.

Short, engaging and crisply written, I enjoyed reading the stories in this book. Not all stories are alike in their treatment and this is what makes this book worth picking up to read.

The author’s writing style is simple, eloquent and vivid. He manages to create a colourful mental picture and had me hooked throughout. I finished this book in one sitting and totally loved his narration style.

In conclusion, Nagin by Mayur Didolkar is a book will keep you turning the pages with interest and then leave you happy. 4 out of 5 stars to it and Njkinny recommends this anthology to everyone. If you are interested in the Indian mythical tales surrounding “Ichchadhari Nagin” and are looking for interesting books to read then this book is for you.

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