Life of Liberation: A boon of a Vish Purush - Ashwatthama by Mini Bhardwaj

 Life of Liberation: A boon of a Vish Purush - Ashwatthama by Mini Bhardwaj | Book Review

A deeply spiritual read, "Life of Liberation: A boon of a Vish Purush - Ashwatthama" recounts the author's quest for spiritual enlightenment. The book is based on actual events and tells the story of the author's own journey to finding meaning in her life. 

This story is about Swikirti, a young girl who has been heartbroken by a failed marriage. It is based on real-life events. She is determined to meet Ashwatthama Baba, her guide, as soon as she discovers a hidden realm. Will Swikriti be able to locate Ashwatthama Baba after undertaking a difficult "Narmada Yatra" and visiting various locations in search of clues? 

The heart of this story is Swikirti's love for Ashwatthama, whom she affectionately refers to as her "Baba". What began as a love gesture quickly evolved into an unfathomable quest. We witness a daughter's bravery tested against powerful forces—Aghoris, tantrics, and dark spirits—each determined to shake her faith and resolve as she enters a realm where the line between life and death blurs.

However, Swikirti's strength is not loud. It is quiet, resolute, and based on love. Her journey becomes not only about reunion but also about redemption—for him and perhaps for herself—as she uncovers truths about her Baba's traumatic past and the burdens he carries from the Dwapara Yuga. 

The author's own life serves as the foundation for each and every narrated experience. The narrative gains weight from this aspect of truth that is uncommon in fiction. The journey felt sacred and raw, from her encounters with aghoris and tantrics to her emotional reunion with her Baba. It's more than just a story; it's a real-life spiritual journey.

When I finished the book, I was moved, agitated, and filled with admiration for the strength it must have taken to live and share these moments with such power and vulnerability. In addition, somewhere along his journey, I discovered a part of myself—the longing for tranquillity and the search for meaning in a world filled with uncertainty. 

Overall, it's not just mythology; it's also heartbreak, redemption, and incredibly, incredibly human. I will recommend this book to all book lovers.