Book Review: Devputra: A Story of Rebirth

Rebirth, reincarnation, and past life memories - topics that are often clouded by myths and fear mostly, are covered in detail in the new book Devputra: A Story of Rebirth by author Neil D'Silva. I was happy to receive the book for review, as the topic of Rebirth has always fascinated me since I came across Dr. Brian Weiss's various books, like Many Lives, Many Masters and Same Soul, Many Bodies. A story revolving around this very mysterious subject automatically drew me.

About The Author:

Neil D'Silva, a prominent name in contemporary supernatural and horror literature, is back with his new book, Devputra: A Story of Rebirth. D'Silva's works include a vast contribution to the genre of horror, with best-selling books like Yakshini, Maya's New Husband and the award-winning Haunted: Real Life Encounters with Ghosts and Spirits. He is also the President of the Indian Chapters of the Horror Writers Association.

About the Book: Devputra: A Story of Rebirth

This is author Neil D'Silva's latest offering in his incredible world of horror literature. It deals with the rebirth of a gruesome serial killer Dara, who is the human incarnation of the Devil himself. An innocent boy, Aditya's soul gets overpowered by the soul of his previous birth. The dilemma of Good vs Evil, with adequate references from mythology, forms the essence of this book.

The Synopsis: 

At the heart of Mumbai, during a dreadful riot, Kalki gives birth to a stillborn boy under the care of a midwife. A mysterious occurrence brings life to the child, whom Kalki and her husband Shankar name as Aditya. While growing up, Aditya shows various signs of aggressive behaviour, much to the extent of her parents' and grandmother's woes. The description of some strange incidents from him and their real occurrence years ago, far off in a desolate Punjab village, emerge as speculation of a rare phenomenon of rebirth. The news spreads like wildfire, forcing his parents to send him to a boarding school to keep him off media glare and publicity. After spending his schooling and college, Aditya returns home, but instances of the past haunt him more vigorously. Does he succeed in escaping from the horrific visions, or does his memory completely engulf him is what follows next. 

The Important Characters: 

Aditya: The protagonist of the book, who is the reincarnation of Dara, a serial killer.

Kalki: Aditya's mother and apparently an atheist

Shankar: Aditya's father and a believer

Sannidhi: Aditya's romantic interest

Dara: A serial killer who was killed

Kamaljeet: Dara's protective sister

Jimmy Dhar: A crime journalist profiling Aditya

My Review of Devputra: A Story of Rebirth

The gripping storytelling of the author is noteworthy. Throughout the book, none of the incidents get repetitive. The references to mythological characters and their impact upon death, rebirth, soul travel, sin, etc., solidify the story's premises. The eternal spiritual concept of "Karma" stands high in the story. Just like the progressive revelation of the story, the author's language flourishes gradually. This was necessary for such a book that deals with a debatably grave subject that includes the journey of the eternal soul, good and evil, rebirth, the God of Death, and repaying debts of the sins of past lives. The gruesome details of killing and torture never get overtly unfathomable, with the author's highly skilful penning style. This style of his subtle hints of the intensity and gravity of the incidents proves why he is considered one of the country's topmost Horror storytellers. According to me, this marks the main difference between supernatural/horror and exploitation/torture literature. And that is why a successful supernatural story stands out as a doorway to the reader's imagination. 

Devputra: A Story of Rebirth is a highly recommended read for fans of the horror genre. 

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