Vineet Bajpai Kashi Pdf Free Download

Open Preview

See a Problem?

We'd love your help. Let us know what's wrong with this preview of KASHI by Vineet Bajpai.

Thanks for telling us about the problem.

Friend Reviews

To see what your friends thought of this book, please sign up.

Reader Q&A

To ask other readers questions about KASHI, please sign up.

Community Reviews

· 2,263 ratings · 167 reviews

Start your review of KASHI: Secret of the Black Temple (Harappa Series)

Oct 24, 2019 Vishnu Chevli rated it really liked it

Vineet has finished it on high pitched.

Good read.

Detailed review will follow shortly

The final book in the series. The end is quite a dampener after the past paced action of the previous two books in the trilogy. Somewhat similar in fashion to Dan Brown novels, the climax is almost an anti climax and as a reader you feel cheated after having been kept on the tenterhooks for the great secret on which the future of the humanity depended. The much awaited confrontation between the demi god and lucifer is a great let down. Average read

Feb 16, 2019 Vijay Jain rated it did not like it

Was thinking, will this book ever end ?

I really don't understand the unnecessary usage of half devta in the entirety of this series. Every single page, one can find that word to refer Vidyut.

How did Karthikeya Shastri "almost" ended the order, no explanation.
How was 9/11 was connected, no explanation.

Every page you read, it speaks about the Black Temple and it's a worthless surprise to keep it till the last chapter.

And next comes this "Baahubali" styled "Kaalakeya" typed tribe who are cannibals.

Was thinking, will this book ever end ?

I really don't understand the unnecessary usage of half devta in the entirety of this series. Every single page, one can find that word to refer Vidyut.

How did Karthikeya Shastri "almost" ended the order, no explanation.
How was 9/11 was connected, no explanation.

Every page you read, it speaks about the Black Temple and it's a worthless surprise to keep it till the last chapter.

And next comes this "Baahubali" styled "Kaalakeya" typed tribe who are cannibals. Why was it required ? I don't understand !

Why would the "Pralay ...the deluge" wait till the last chapter or till the fight comes to a climax or till the ship was finished ?

Why would the Almost God Vishwasan feared to face l the cannibal King but his son would him like ant ? Seriously ?

Sometimes the rain comes down heavily, sometimes no ?
How would you build ship of a mountain size with wet wood ? How could you melt metal when it rains non stop? How did you source so much of metal to forge millions of arrows out of no where ?

What was that Deluge that happened when Vishwasan died ? What is this pralay again ? I don't understand !

The saptarshi were killed and they're again teenagers of 19 years here. Please, did I miss to understand something here ?

Many many plot holes......

Please don't read this book. I'd completed this book only to make sure that my review is correct!

...more

Kashi has been the most awaited book of this year, when you read it you will really understand why Vineeth is called Dan Brown of India. Kashi's success is a sign of progress which indicates that Indian fiction not necessarily should have a romantic plot to get succeeded. Kashi has been the most awaited book of this year, when you read it you will really understand why Vineeth is called Dan Brown of India. Kashi's success is a sign of progress which indicates that Indian fiction not necessarily should have a romantic plot to get succeeded. ...more

Oct 05, 2018 Aryan Sarath rated it it was amazing

Kashi : Secret Of The Black Temple is the third book in the "Harappa" series by Vineet Bajpai. If you have missed the earlier releases, I would recommend you to read them prior to start reading this. Vineet is undoubtedly a master storyteller and lived up to the tagline conferred to him by the DNA till date. I was simply awestruck with the way he wrote this story leaving no stones unturned.

When I finished reading his previous books, I was always left with more excitement which made me to look o

When I finished reading his previous books, I was always left with more excitement which made me to look on for the next release and this excitement got suppressed only with this book since I hope this would be the end of the long journey but you never know, he may come up with one or even two more novels(as a sequel).

The novel begins with a short introduction of its prequel(the previous 2 books). I loved the usage of most appropriate pictures in the beginning of each chapter. As you know the story is about the clash between Devtas and Demons.

Vidyut was not aware as to how his father Kartikeya Shastri died. He was also not convinced about getting others killed and wasn't aware of the reason of his birth. However when he meets the Mathadeesh Dwarka Shastri, he understands the purpose of his life/birth and also learns about his great lineage who were half human and half GOD.

The secret Brotherhood or the Order which was controlled by three powerful men including Frank from Stonefellar family wanted to capture the secret of the Black Temple at any cost since it would very much challenge their very existence. They send Maschera to Kashi where the last of the known Black Temple was believed to be in existence.

On the other hand, Satyavrata Manu(dated back to BCE period) faces a near extinction challenge from the ruthless cannibal leader Nara Munda. He loses most of his men including Somdutt who has been regarded by him as equivalent as his father. He then remembers the special conch givn to him by none other than Matsya.

Did he invoke Matsya?

Could he overcome the challenge posedd by Nara Munda against Manu's Ark which carried the last hopes of the existence of Mankind during the Great Pralay?

On the other hand, during the present era, Vidyut faces the litmus test of taking the mighty Maschera one on one.

Where is this Black Temple located?
What secret did it guard?
Did Vidyut get to know about the secret?

Read this thriller which is as good as any hollywood movie out there because despite its bulky volume, I could not take my eyes off the novel and I completed reading all the 400+ pages in one go which shows how compelling and captivating, this novel is....

...more

Feb 08, 2019 Addy rated it really liked it

#bookreview
The very fact that I've patiently finished this trilogy says a lot about its quality and readability because I don't think twice before abandoning any book if it fails to keep me interested, regardless of the reputation it carries. That being said, it is not flawless by any stretch of imagination.

The good things first - Pretty good language, a good broad theme, nicely paced smallish chapters, likeable characters and a decent climax.
Now the irritants - the author was often confused

The good things first - Pretty good language, a good broad theme, nicely paced smallish chapters, likeable characters and a decent climax.
Now the irritants - the author was often confused whether he wants to dwell on the done to death "ILLUMINATI" conspiracy theory as the central theme or the supernatural "Avatars of Vishnu" appearing in flesh and blood. He tried to amalgamate the two and the result wasn't that pretty. The theory of disappearance of Harappan/Indus valley civilization was also thrown in, which in my opinion could have been handled better without resorting to the supernatural/divine too often . And if you are gonna resort to Gods joining in the action, might as well go all out rather than leaving the readers confused as to how many superpowers do they have. I mean once I'm told that Superman or Thor can do this and that, I can digest their actions easily. And that Half Man-Half devta crap was too much. Nevertheless, since I'm writing so much, it does mean that I liked the characters and story a lot, just felt irritated that he tried to do too much and that led to glaring loopholes. Nonetheless, quite readable.
3.5/5

...more

I spent last night reading this only with the intent of knowing the secret of the Black Temple. I wasn't quite convinced the way this secret has been put up.

The story continues exactly from where it was left in the last book. Just luke the previous books in the series, this book quickly shifts to top gear. Then again, As I have complained in the review of the pervious book, there are loads of conversations. Especially the ones between Dwaraka Shashtri and Vidyut. They get on yoir nerves because they interrupt the smooth flow of the storyline which has been staged 4000 years back. I wanted to skip the conversation chapters and continue the story from the past. Poor editing skills or poor way to tell a story? I still haven't got an answer to the question.

The best thing about the whole series is the way it has picked the characters from the different storylines in Indian Mythology and gelled them to make a completely different story. The secret of the temple was a bit unexpected but it hasn't been conveyed ij a convincing manner after going through the ordeal. The end is somewhat disappointing. The killing of a couple of characters towards the end isnt justified at all. And the way this story ends, I am not quite sure that this is the last book in the series.

This could have been better. Nonetheless, I would still recommend this to anyone looking for a quick read.

...more

Sep 30, 2018 Manjri Gopalan rated it really liked it

'Kashi: Secret of Black Temple' is the third book in the series by @Vineet Bajpai, after 'Harappa - Curse of the Blood River' and 'Pralay - The Great Deluge'. It's a fast page turner and keeps you glued to it from the very first page till the end. The book starts with a crisp summary which helps the reader to revive their memory of the first two books. The story seamlessly swings between two-time frames – the Harappan era and 21st century. Each chapter has a mini-climax in it. The way the author 'Kashi: Secret of Black Temple' is the third book in the series by @Vineet Bajpai, after 'Harappa - Curse of the Blood River' and 'Pralay - The Great Deluge'. It's a fast page turner and keeps you glued to it from the very first page till the end. The book starts with a crisp summary which helps the reader to revive their memory of the first two books. The story seamlessly swings between two-time frames – the Harappan era and 21st century. Each chapter has a mini-climax in it. The way the author has narrated each chapter, you are forced to ponder what will happen in the very next page. The beautiful style of writing by Vineet keeps you captivated all the time and leaves you with a zeal to finish the book quickly. The author has done a commendable job in unfolding the mystery of Black temple as it is difficult to predict what lies inside the Black Temple till the very end. Unlike the first two books which end abruptly, the third book at-least reaches to a conclusion. However, I think the author would come out with another book in this series. Though at places I felt the book was a bit dragging, especially the episodes of Satyavrata Manu (building the Ark or his fight with Daityas), but overall I loved the book. Looking forward to reading the next book at the earliest. ...more

Whenever you can skip paragraphs in a book without risking the loss of some detail that cloud prove decisive, it is a bad sign. The over-abundance of adjectives is really unnerving; they just seem to drag out simple ideas unnecessarily.
There is a lot of annoying repetition.
Unlike the first book in the series, which I praised for not spoon-feeding the reader, this one is really heavy on mansplaining things. I do not enjoy this approach. The story isn't actually that long and not at all thrilling. Whenever you can skip paragraphs in a book without risking the loss of some detail that cloud prove decisive, it is a bad sign. The over-abundance of adjectives is really unnerving; they just seem to drag out simple ideas unnecessarily.
There is a lot of annoying repetition.
Unlike the first book in the series, which I praised for not spoon-feeding the reader, this one is really heavy on mansplaining things. I do not enjoy this approach. The story isn't actually that long and not at all thrilling. The only reason I read it through to the end was to be able to honestly review it. Which shouldn't be a writer's goal. There were more grammatical and printing errors as well. There is a full reprint of a scene between pages 183 and 185.
The ending was not bad, but it took me four days to get through the cringe fest, rather than the usual 5-7 hours.

I do not doubt the author's ability but it seems as though the writing and editing process was hastened. Such a waste of potential.

...more

'A mountain of water races towards your city, O Harappans! A deluge so gigantic that it will swallow the entire settlement in less than a prahar. You must save your children. You must save yourselves. You have to trust me! We must evacuate the city…NOW!'

'Slowly but surely the Order spread its tentacles across the globe and its members were some of the world's most accomplished men and women. They are the hidden force behind some of mankind's most transformational events – the French Revolution, the formation of the Soviet Union, the Great Depression, the Third Reich, the Cold War, the Arab Spring, and even 9/11. They control the world through their phenomenal influence over banking institutions, defense manufacturers, politics, pharmaceuticals, oil, media, terrorism, technology, and more.'

1699 BCE, the Marshes of Aryavarta – As the titanic waves of pralay swallow city after city, Satyavrata Manu, the son of Vivasvan Pujari began to rescue peoples and started the construction of a gigantic Ark that will take the mankind to the dawn after the pralay. But when a ruthless cannibal leader Nara Munda tries to steal the Ark from Manu, the final battle for the Ark and the Earth begins and the existence of mankind is in danger

2017, Banaras – A sacred nakshatra erupts in the night-sky as the fateful, prophesied hour arrives. As the last devta of the earth Vidyut uncovers the bloodstained chronicles of a secret Brotherhood - The New World Order - it sends Maschera Bianca, the harbinger of evil to Kashi to acquire the secret of the Black Temple from Vidyut which his family is guarding for generations.

What is the secret of the Black Temple? Why this sinister Brotherhood is after it? Will Vidyut succeed in protecting the secret from falling into the wrong hands?

🆁🅴🆅🅸🅴🆆:

🐟The book is the 3rd installment of Harappa series which is a modern-day thriller with the streaks of mythology and history. I like how the book provides a short reminder of the story so far from the previous 2 books and how each chapter begins with a beautiful picture related to that chapter.

🐟The plot of the book is intricately designed and there is not a single loophole when you feel the story is straying from its path. The story is spanned over in 2 timelines -1699 BCE Harappa of Satyavrata Manu and 2017 Banaras of Vidyut Sastri, with snippets from various timelines woven into them, each contributing equally in moving the story.

🐟Vineet's writing is simple and compelling. The way he build-up suspense, giving away only small pieces of clue hooked the reader's attention till the last. There is neither any dull moment in the book nor for one tiny second, it loses its pace/ assumes monotony. Almost in every chapter something interesting happens that makes it an absolute page-turner.

🐟Vineet is a master storyteller. How he introduces myriad elements of history/mythology and yet manages to keep them together is brilliant. There is an ancient cruse of Saptarishis, a giant Ark, a barbarian Daitya king, a divine avatar, 14th century Black Plague, the East India Company, a sinister global brotherhood, the myth of Aryan invasion, a Rashtrakuta king and whatnot.

🐟The book had an interesting bunch of diverse characters. Be it suave and charming Vidyut/ his revered grandfather Mathadeesh Dwarka Shastri/ be it young daunting Satyavrata Manu/ his brilliant uncle Somdutt/ be it beautiful courageous Tara/ Naina/ be it cannibalistic Nara Mund/ deadly Maschera Bianca -- all are well written and developed.

🐟The ending is quite interesting. As you read it became quite obvious what could be the great secret of the Black Temple is on which the future of humanity depended. However, the climax leaves you with many new questions, hinting this is not the end of the Harappa series. So you can pretty much expect reading further books in the future. Finger crossed.

Overall, Kashi: Secret of the Black Temple is a complete page-turner for me, completed it within 2 days. I highly recommend the book to all thriller lovers. If you love reading Dan Brown and Ashwin Sanghi then you are bound to love it too.

𝑴𝒚 𝑹𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈: ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐

...more

Sep 23, 2018 Ankit Sanodiya rated it really liked it

Vineet Bajypayee, has got some serious skills to write two timelines in such a way that you won't stop reading the book unless you unfold the events that are being followed and trust me, he'll always leave you on a cliffhanger everytime. This book in particular consists of story telling and planning until the two third of the book. The mention of the secret societies and how their existence have impacted the past and the present have been amazingly described.The action follows in the latter part Vineet Bajypayee, has got some serious skills to write two timelines in such a way that you won't stop reading the book unless you unfold the events that are being followed and trust me, he'll always leave you on a cliffhanger everytime. This book in particular consists of story telling and planning until the two third of the book. The mention of the secret societies and how their existence have impacted the past and the present have been amazingly described.The action follows in the latter part. Few events were very unexpected and few were very predictable. The use of ancient arts has been precisely inked, which makes you curious enough to keep the book aside for a while and google the same(at least I did it). The book follows deaths of some important characters which you don't want to.But unlike the other books this book had a happy ending. But wait, is it? I'm sure I can smell more books getting added to this amazing series, few stories untold, few personals not introduced. The writer has dropped enough hints for the story that lies ahead. With the guidance of the new mathadeesh, let's see how long this seriers will roll. Amazing work Vineet Sir, a very well researched piece of work, looking ahead for new additions to the same, that too very soon 😉 ...more

KASHI is the third book in Harappa series after Harappa and Pralay. The book is very captivating and fast paced. It was difficult to put down the book many times. The author weaves the story of Manu & Vidyut and I should say that he did a brilliant job. Every character is etched so well. I feel that the author will come back with an other book about Kalki :) I should also mention that Indian fiction is not only about cliche romantic plots.

Jan 29, 2021 Anonymous rated it really liked it

Better scripted than the previous two instalments.

A plus point is the recap of the prequels pf the series.

My hunch about the black temple was right indeed partly as it was just one among many such.

An entrepreneur must know about the most money-making institutions yet our Devta Vidyut skips Apple. And along with many other bizarre disconnections a pleasant read.

Mar 21, 2019 Rajesh rated it liked it

This last one was a bit predictable in parts. Slow at times,picked up towards the end. Good for fans of this genre.

May 23, 2019 Shruthi rated it it was amazing

This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click here. Secret of the black temple was amazing.I loved the black temple,the sesh naag,ratna maaru and Manu parts

Jul 12, 2019 Archita Ghosh rated it it was amazing

The awesome ending of Trilogy. But it makes me unsatisfied. I want to know more about the characters and how their lives will go on. so waiting for the next book of this series to release.

Sep 01, 2021 Jesse Dhammu rated it did not like it

its a waste of time, the entire series is about how the survival of entire world is Indias' responsibility. there is this guy, viduyt, who is next to almighty god, and only he can save the world from being doomed. and All he does is fight with foreigners, then the chapters, alternatively go on different timeline, make the whole thing a confusing mess. Poor story line, poor connections between characters, and poor execution of events.
I guess Vineet Bajpai was just doing an experiment in writing, its a waste of time, the entire series is about how the survival of entire world is Indias' responsibility. there is this guy, viduyt, who is next to almighty god, and only he can save the world from being doomed. and All he does is fight with foreigners, then the chapters, alternatively go on different timeline, make the whole thing a confusing mess. Poor story line, poor connections between characters, and poor execution of events.
I guess Vineet Bajpai was just doing an experiment in writing, which failed miserably.
...more

Fantastic!!

Amazing series and what a beginning to the end! Finished within a day and enjoyed it thoroughly. Waiting for Kalki!! I am so glad for the initial summary of the two books. So well written that you can visualize the story as you read. Recommend it highly and can't wait for the sequel ..

Fantastic!!

...more

Not quite satisfied with the explanations of Yugas.

Now here is what happens with a hurriedly published last of the trilogy. Proofreading and printing mistakes! Glaring ones. A whole section repeated one after the other and spelling mistakes in some sections. Read it to see it. I do not want to deprive the publisher or the author of the revenue.

The last book of the Harappa Series was ok. An extra bit fantastical actually. The secret of the Black temple mentioned over the last two books has been maintained and revealed at the very end of the story. That, readers, was nothing less than fantastical, but I guess that is what happens when you mix many myths, legends, and age-old mystical stories and weave them together. Fantasy Fiction!

The author has done a good job in connecting ancient global incidents and historical legends to build a fantasy storyline, which makes for fast reading. There was a predictable end with a good vs evil story but an epilogue probably leaves us looking at yet another series coming up.

The writing style is cinematic. I mean when you read, it starts building moving pictures in your mind. And I also started giving a face to the all the characters, for which I laughed at myself for. Ridiculous me...but that is how I read and remember stories. The build-up of some of the central characters could have been expanded a wee bit - to help create a better image of the characters. But anyway...I had already read 2 books and so the 3rd was anyway supposed to be read.

...more

Apr 22, 2020 Sid rated it really liked it

One of very entertaining and engaging books I read recently. A completely thrilling historic fiction, that is a worth read. I appreciate the author on his knowledge of history and the way he has related the incidents of history into his story. Knowledge that has been well blended into his plot of the story.
Let me brief through the three books of the series.
Book 1 – The Curse of Blood River
Vidyut is the lead character of the story, a modern city guy who lives with his girl-friend, works for and e One of very entertaining and engaging books I read recently. A completely thrilling historic fiction, that is a worth read. I appreciate the author on his knowledge of history and the way he has related the incidents of history into his story. Knowledge that has been well blended into his plot of the story.
Let me brief through the three books of the series.
Book 1 – The Curse of Blood River
Vidyut is the lead character of the story, a modern city guy who lives with his girl-friend, works for and enjoys his living, when a call from Varanasi, the ancient and sacred city for Hindus, a call that changed his life.
At Varanasi he meets his grandfather, the most holy person of the era. He is then poured with a series of many historic facts and details that he was never aware of, the Harappan civilization, British invasion, the curse on their blood-line and the worse, that there are a large number of people who want Vidyut to be killed.
The story runs in three different lines, the present, the British's conspiracy and the ancestral curse on the blood line of Vidyut. At times it is a bit difficult to catch up and link things on how they are related but then, since this is the first of the trilogy it sure needs to be read through to connect the dots.
The interesting part of the book is the historical details that are mentioned in the book, if we were to believe that the author has done good research in history and all that mentioned is true, it sure reveals a great historical conspiracy, however if we take it a fiction story as such, it still makes you thrilled.
Story in short:
Vidyut learns from his grandfather that he was called in to serve his life's purpose, to save the historical secret that their family has been preserving and safeguarding from over thousand years. To make things worse there are groups of men, who have been watching Vidyut all the time and are targeting him to kill him and the secret for good.
The Dev-Danav matt members, the place where Vidyut was bought up, are astonished to know how deep the enemy could reach, when the assassin himself has shown up to Vidyut with a deadly weapon to kill him, which fortunately was detected by the old saint. The conspiracy gets deeper when one of Vidyut's best friend and most trusted betrays him.
The story stops when the assassin is caught, but just to know that he was just one of the many who were around him on the same purpose, to kill him.
In the parallel story Vivasvan Pujari, the great king, the half human and half god, who rules the harappan kingdom is been betrayed by his best friend and brother in law, and has been humiliated and tortured to death by his own men and country. His wife and son are on run to find Visvavsan and save him, to capture their own kingdom from his uncle.
Book 2 – Pralay: The great Deluge
The great Visvasvan survives the horrible torture, assuming that his wife and son, Manu pujari is killed, he turns himself into asura, burning with vengeance the great king plots for the end of Harappa. Manu, on the other hand, while trying to rescue his father loses his mother, in order to safe her body he goes towards the great black temple. On his way he meets Matsya who helps him and guides him through.
Visvasvan successfully plots for the end of Harappa kingdom but does a grave mistake, for which the saptarishi place curse on his bloodline and the whole of human kind. Matysa who predicts the Pralay guides Manu to build a giant Ark to save human kind, to save the race from complete extinction because of the parlay
In the parallel story, Vidyut learns from his grandfather about the history of the great conspiracy run by the new world members, and that the Black temple is what they are looking for and how his ancestors were saving the secret from centuries.
After a shocking incident in the In order to understand and destroy the plans of the enemy, Vidyut and his grandfather meet Brahmanad to understand what the great tantric is up to. Betrayed again and in a fight to save the human kind and his grandfather, Vidyut fights the evil and finally kills tantric. However he lets go the person who betrays him.
Book 3 – Kashi: The secret of Black Temple
The conclusion, the conspiracy gets deeper. While Vidyut fights for the protection of the great secret, Manu fights for the mankind. Both face the most fearsome enemies they ever heard or fought. Both lose their most loved ones in the course.
Manu fights against the most feared man eater, who plots to concur the ark that Manu has built to save the human kind from the coming parlay. He also learns about the future of descendants and also the responsibility of saving the secret of the black temple, a secret that is to happen centuries later.
Vidyut, finally visits the much waited black temple, the secret that has been saved by his bloodline with a lot of sacrifices and wars has been disclosed to Vidyut. He learns and owes to save it for his life. However the new world is not much distant from all this. They know everything and are ready to capture the secret that they were equally waiting from centuries. White mask, one of the most deadly weapon meets Vidyut, offers him to surrender the secret. When denied, white mask attacks the dev-rakshasa math, the fight which Vidyut had to win, for the sake of his ancestors and their sacrifice.
In short this is the base line of book 3. I am keeping it short so readers can read and enjoy the real story.
Flip side –
The only flip side I found in the whole series is that prolonged conversations between the Mathadeesh and Vidyut, though these conversations are actually part of the whole story, which gives the complete background on the secret, the efforts of the new world members and the Dev-Rakshaas math to capture and safe the secret of the black temple, yet it does seem prolonged, especially in the second book of the series. However the author's knowledge of history and the wonderful way the same is included into the whole plot is appreciated.
My verdict –
A very good series that I have read lately. I read the ebooks and I really want to have a paper back of the series and I sure will give it another read probably in few months or early next year, after I complete some of my to read books. I rate the whole series 4/5 *. ...more

A decent potboiler.

Finally ties up the first two book pretty decently. Again, like in book one starts going in a circles at times, hindering forward progress.
At some junctures the book is flat out daft, but somehow he pulls things together.
Curious to know if there is any archeological proof for the stuff on Harappa etc (outside of the standard history texts) something a la Michael Danino. References are welcome.
Overall, a total timepass book, good material for a Bollywood movie.

May 03, 2019 Khyati rated it it was amazing

Oh my... fantastic ending to the superb series... I was on the edge for the whole time reading it, and let me accept, it was worth it. The details with which the author has described the fight scenes and the moves and turns, I could literally envision the entire sequence in front of me. I took a long time to complete the series, but now that I am done, I want to re read the entire trilogy!
This is the end of an amazing series and I would definitely dive into any other work from the author.

Good work of fiction

The author tried to weave a plot merging history and puraanas, nice attempt. I liked the parts on black plague and the way Ratna Meru"'s story was linked across generations. Loved how both First and last Avataras were brought in the same story.

End of day it is a nice work of fiction with author taking a lot of creative liberties.

Good work of fiction

End of day it is a nice work of fiction with author taking a lot of creative liberties.

...more

Amazing, super, captivating, super-pace and addictive!!!

The author - Vineet, has done a brilliant job in weaving the entire tale about Harappa, The Black Temple. In fact, I lived every chapter and character.

Look forward to what's next and loads of information on Kalki :-)

This is the third and final book of "Harappa Triology". Unlike other sequels with common characters, this is purely in continuation. The reader should read the 1st and 2nd parts before this to understand the story.
This is again a masterpiece delivered by Vineet Bajpai in Indian novel literature. It is definitely a relishing experience for fans of authors who directly or indirectly associate mythology and cryptography in their novels such as Ashwin Sanghi, Amish Tripathi and others.
The book open This is the third and final book of "Harappa Triology". Unlike other sequels with common characters, this is purely in continuation. The reader should read the 1st and 2nd parts before this to understand the story.
This is again a masterpiece delivered by Vineet Bajpai in Indian novel literature. It is definitely a relishing experience for fans of authors who directly or indirectly associate mythology and cryptography in their novels such as Ashwin Sanghi, Amish Tripathi and others.
The book opens exactly from where the previous book finishes: opening was more strong enough than the second book to thrill and leave the reader spellbound.
[Repeated from book-1 review] –– The fictional story is about an alternate view of the fall of Harappan Civilization. The story is set in present day but linked with historical period and partially small segments of divine mythology. Two stories are going on parallely: one in present with locations Delhi, Varanasi, Swiss alps and New York; second in past 1700 BCE in location Harappa. Both are linked with each other. Slowly the connections unfold as reader proceeds forward. ––
The historical period story transits to other side of the new world that Vineet transported the reader to in the second book; several new vital characters are introduced.
[Repeated from book-1 review] –– Story begins in Delhi with the entry of the lead character Vidyut Shastri. Transition at every 2nd or 3rd chapter to Harappan Civilization and historical period is captivating. Vineet did a great work in keeping the readers engaged in both time periods. While reading, just the imagination of the nature landscape descriptions, spirituality and also the black magic world leaves the reader spellbound. A lots of twists and turns are there in both time periods. ––
Characterization is well shaped opens up further little in this book in contrast with the second book. Lead roles Vidyut in present and Vishwasan in past are backbone of the story. It is a perfect combination of mystery, romance, drama and violence. Vineet has done a meticulous research on Harappan civilization lifestyle: although both stories of present day and 1700 BC past are fictional but the geographical descriptions and religious conventions of Kashi and Harappan Civilization is totally true.
Connection with the 1st book unfolds in this one. Hard and splendid imaginative work of Vineet reflects in his writing like Englishman erasing the proof of existence of Harrappan civilization, links unfolding with international terrorist organisations and much more surprises for the reader. Battle scenes and flood disaster scenes in the historical part are magnificently described: just the text is enough to enthral the reader as much as a high-VFX Hollywood film. Also not worth of omission to mention here is the hint of the evil human nature in Kalyug is very truly described as mentioned in the Vedas.
Vineet already planned in the 1st book of the triology that he will reveal the suspense in the 3rd one. A very heart pulsating and unexpected suspense is revealed. The ending part is very delightful. The skill of Vineet Bajpai to keep the readers hooked till the third book is really magnificent and praiseworthy.
I will undoubtedly give it 5 out of 5.
...more

A vert gripping tale based on India's most advanced and flourishing civilizations - The Harappa. Lost and buried under mounds of sand and earth, this uncharted civilization and land from the eternal glorious past, had many questions nagging the minds of researchers, archaeologists and scientists. While, the facts presented in the book are not 100% accurate....they have a ring of truth to them, hence so believable and gripping.
The author has extensively researched the details, facts (some even i A vert gripping tale based on India's most advanced and flourishing civilizations - The Harappa. Lost and buried under mounds of sand and earth, this uncharted civilization and land from the eternal glorious past, had many questions nagging the minds of researchers, archaeologists and scientists. While, the facts presented in the book are not 100% accurate....they have a ring of truth to them, hence so believable and gripping.
The author has extensively researched the details, facts (some even inspired from Dan Brown's books like the mention of mason and Knights Templar and the possibility of a much larger brotherhood looming on the horizon), to be able to put together such a book.

The way Vidyut Shastri and his loving yet formidable grand father Dwarka Shastri are described, you feel in awe of their personalities. There is something strangely magnetic about the Shastri men that you turning pages even through the night, to know what happens next. Throughout the novels, the secret of the Back temples and their enclosing secrets and rahasyas keep you enchanted and glued.....thinking...."what exactly is the secret of these natural / archaeological wonder?"

With the bubbling mystery and thrill, there is a small element of romance in the background, whether between Naina and Vidyut or Vidyut and Damini, that adds the perfect amount of spice to the story, without diverting it from what's really important. Moreover, it is beautifully integrated to lighten up a very serious plot, that would have been drab otherwise. However, you end up wishing, rather wistfully, for Naina to end up with Vidyut. She is vivacious, lively and much more suited to his personality than Damini, whose only charm is her beauty.

The one place where you lose your fancy is when Dwarka Shastri begins narrating the tales of the brotherhood and their history. It is almost like taking a history class without half the facts. Agreed that it was important to the fabric of the story, but it was unduly stretched, as if to elongate the story or to hold out the mystery, you don't know. But all in all, it is a must read and makes for a delightful reading experience.

...more

Jan 04, 2020 Regular Reader rated it really liked it

Book Review #23⁣
Kashi:Secret Of The Black Temple⁣
Vineet Bajpai⁣
⁣
⚡'It amazes me how little you understand these things, and yet you are willing to sacrifice your life for them! Do you not see, Vidyut - good and evil, God and Satan, light and darkness...they are all creations of the same power that wants billions of human beings to suffer all their lives, bow each day of their miserable existence to their so-called God and finally die hoping to meet their maker? Is this what your God has to offer Book Review #23⁣
Kashi:Secret Of The Black Temple⁣
Vineet Bajpai⁣
⁣
⚡'It amazes me how little you understand these things, and yet you are willing to sacrifice your life for them! Do you not see, Vidyut - good and evil, God and Satan, light and darkness...they are all creations of the same power that wants billions of human beings to suffer all their lives, bow each day of their miserable existence to their so-called God and finally die hoping to meet their maker? Is this what your God has to offer – pain, loss, tears, grief, illness...death?'⁣
⁣
⚡Vivasvan Pujari's son Manu has responsibility to save the mankind from the great deluge but he's to deal with Cannibal Nara-Munda who's swore to eat his heart...Raw.⁣
The Sacred Hour Has Arrived & The New World Order Brings the Ace from it's Deck to explore the location of Last Black Temple.⁣
Maschera Bianca steps foot in KASHI to eliminate the Last Devta Alive - Vidyut.⁣
Vidyut wants to know the secret behind assassination of his father.⁣
What's the secret of the black temple?⁣
Why it's a threat for NWO??⁣
Read the book to find out⁣
⁣
⚡Vineet Bajpai has done an astonishing job in 𝘏𝘢𝘳𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘢:𝘊𝘶𝘳𝘴𝘦 𝘖𝘧 𝘛𝘩e 𝘉𝘭𝘰𝘰𝘥 𝘙𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘳 & 𝘗𝘳𝘢𝘭𝘢𝘺: 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘎𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵 𝘋𝘦𝘭𝘶𝘨𝘦 and in 𝘒𝘢𝘴𝘩𝘪:𝘚𝘦𝘤𝘳𝘦𝘵 𝘖𝘧 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘉𝘭𝘢𝘤𝘬 𝘛𝘦𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘦, He doesn't Disappointed, YES!!! He Does It Again.⁣
⁣
⚡Book begins with a summary of earlier books but If you've not read them then stop reading review right now & Begin them.There's no way to miss those amazing reads.⁣
⁣
⚡If I've to compare vineet's writing style then I'll say that he's a blend of Dan Brown & Ashwin Sanghi (a lot of reviewers have said this too but still i couldn't stop myself from writing this).⁣
⁣
⚡KASHI is a tale full of action, mystery, suspense, treachery which eventually transforms it into an amazing read.⁣
⁣
⚡I'll recommend it to everyone.⁣
⁣
⚡Turn this more than 400 pages saga to explore the mixture of history & fantasy like never before.I'd thought that the series will end with this one but Vineet had plan of his own.He's concluded KASHI on another cliffhanger and the story will continue in 𝘋𝘩𝘰𝘰𝘮𝘬𝘦𝘵𝘶:𝘖𝘤𝘦𝘢𝘯𝘴 𝘖𝘯 𝘍𝘪𝘳𝘦.⁣ ...more

I have always been partial to books on mythology. Greek, Roman, Egyptian and Norse are all up my street. But Indian mythology will always have a special place in my heart, possibly because I've grown up listening to so many bed time tales of Rama and Krishna. I am also fascinated by Indian history and it has been one of those subjects I loved reading about.

So when I heard about a contemporary novel series by an Indian author which was a perfect blend of history, mythology and bit of fiction, I w

So when I heard about a contemporary novel series by an Indian author which was a perfect blend of history, mythology and bit of fiction, I was pretty excited to start reading it. The first two books in the series were quite dragged out and I was a bit exasperated. But patience was indeed a virtue I lacked.

After the thrilling events of the second book, I eagerly started to flip the pages of Kashi: The Secret of the Black Temple, impatient to find out what the future held in store for the heroes. Though this book also employed the same narrative style, this time I was in awe of the way the story unfolded. Action packed with strategic moments of suspense, this one is definitely a page turner.

I don't to want to go much into the story but if you know a little bit about the history of the Indus valley civilization, mediaeval history of Europe, the Illuminati and the Dashavatar, you will definitely be pleasantly surprised by the authors references and creativity. Set in Banaras in 2017 as well as many other timelines, the story shifts between the lives of the last devta on Earth, Vidyut Shastri, Visvasan Pujari and his son Satyavrata Manu. It is the ultimate battle between good and evil and nobody is backing down. Baying for blood, the warriors from both side await the savior of mankind to descend upon Prithvi. Only time will tell whether He emerges victorious.

But all that glitters is not gold. The fourth part of this series is not out yet and I can't express my agony because I need to wait around another six months for it.

Nevertheless, this series has been extremely exciting and I loved every bit of it.

...more

Vineet is a first-generation entrepreneur. At age 22 he started his company Magnon from a small shed. Today Magnon is among the largest digital agencies in the subcontinent, and part of the Fortune 500 Omnicom Group.

He has led the global top-ten advertising agency TBWA as its India CEO. This made him perhaps the youngest ever CEO of a multinational advertising network in the country.

He has won se

He has led the global top-ten advertising agency TBWA as its India CEO. This made him perhaps the youngest ever CEO of a multinational advertising network in the country.

He has won several entrepreneurship and corporate excellence awards, including the Entrepreneur of the Year 2016. He was recently listed among the 100 Most Influential People in India's Digital Ecosystem.

Vineet's second company talentrack is disrupting the media, entertainment & creative industry in India. It is the fastest-growing online hiring and networking platform for the sector.

He has written three bestselling management & inspirational books – Build From Scratch, The Street to the Highway and The 30 Something CEO.

He is an avid swimmer, a gaming enthusiast, a bonfire guitarist and a road-trip junkie. He is 39.

...more