In a defining moment of his life where someone's goodness inspired the same in him, author Prajeet Budhale was motivated to write his new book 'Devi – The Spiritual Journey of Love.' Although the book is a work of fiction, it draws from a true incident. During a recent interview, Prajeet shared how a brief interaction with a total stranger had ignited truth and goodness within him. This encounter prompted Prajeet to reassess many beliefs that had centered his life. A year later, Prajeet had the chance to express his gratitude to the person in a brief interaction.
Set in contemporary times, the story of 'Devi: The Spiritual Journey of Love' revolves around everyday challenges the protagonist, Tapas Banerjee goes through while seeking pleasure in life. Guided by someone who instills goodness in him, Tapas transitions from materialistic desires to self-consciousness.
The book draws on multiple analogies from Indian history, emphasizing that these concepts are not religious but rooted in the ancient way of life in the country. Divided into four sections – Tamas, Rajas, Sattva, and Nirvana – the book signifies the protagonist's evolutionary journey. The carefully crafted nine-year time-spaced drama parallels Navratri, representing the nine divine nights of Goddess worship.
Early readers describe the book as a 'something in every page' kind of experience. With numerous twists and turns, the narrative takes the reader on a roller coaster ride from ambiguity to clarity.
