Book Review - The Timeless Triad - Mystery Of The Secret Magic Lakes In Kelimutu



The Timeless Triad - Mystery Of The Secret Magic Lakes in Kelimutu by Lakshmi Ajoy

Available as paperback and also in Kindle edition

Ranpalee, Rajin and Manil - three adventurous friends feel the call of three mystical lakes of Kelimutu in Flores Island. When they visit the place, they come to know that there is an imbalance in the aura of the lakes, and it falls upon the three curious wanderers to make it all right. As they set off on a quest, they realise that it was never only about righting the imbalance in the lakes but also about inner reflection, facing some harsh truths about themselves and finally transforming into the glorious selves that they were destined to be.

The narrative is extremely beautiful. Lakshmi's description brings the places to life. Lakshmi's writing style is elegant and graceful. There is a deep sense of calm while reading the book. Even though there is an element of adventure in the narrative, it has been presented in a way that both entices and soothes the reader. It is evident that this book has been written at a leisurely pace and with a calm mind and it reflects in the writing style.

For me, the best part of the story was when the three protagonists face some tough questions that require deep inner reflection. I was amazed by the questions. They are deeply insightful. I will be honest here and admit that I tried to answer them from my PoV and was humbled to confront some harsh truths about myself. But that is what an excellent book does - it makes you face all those traits about yourself and the world in general that you might have otherwise taken for granted.

What I loved the most is how Lakshmi brings an ethereal and mystical aura to the places that her narratives are based upon. The earlier book of The Timeless Triad was based on Anuradhapura which has a mystical energy center called Sakwala Chakraya. This place features prominently in this adventure of the triad. You can't help feel instant wanderlust and the urge to set off on an adventure.

I thoroughly enjoyed this book and the wonderful insights that it sheds on the human psyche. I highly recommend this to all those looking for mystical, adventurous and inspiring reads. 

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