Udhayabanu - Vaarkadal

1001 CE. Ch--a king R-jar-ja is on his way to A-a n-du, the hillside western region of P---ya country to meet old malay--i natives settled at P-ranagiri hill. These diligent natives had earlier provided some vital clues on the assassination attempt at Thanj-v-r. M-v-ndan, a trusted member of the king's personal bodyguards - has embarked on a risky mission to follow a Kerala youth suspected to be one of the assassins. General Mäap-diyar, on his way back to the Ch--a capital, has just learnt a deadly secret that could provide clues on the past and its connections to the present. At Thanj-v-r, dancer Mathura is shocked about the unwelcome truth that has come her way. Meanwhile, the developments in Ch--a country are raising serious concerns in the mind of Bh-skara Ravivarma, the Ch-ra Perum-l king, who is holding private consultations with his trusted Chief of Staff, Päam-l N-ir. Ch-ra-Ch--a relations have been going south for some time, but this assassination attempt and its links to Ch-ras might be the final straw that could put both kingdoms on a collision course.
What is the real purpose of R-jar-ja's visit? What will M-v-ndan learn about the assassin? What about Kamban Maniyar, the varma expert who is heading to Thanj-v-r to cure the Ch--a spy Iyngaran? In order to solve the complex riddle in front of them, the friends of Ch--a king have to come to terms with some uncomfortable secrets - not just about the enemies, but about themselves!
Udhayab-nu - V-rkäal (vast expanse of the seas) continues an epic journey set in ancient 11th Century South India. Complex character development studded in an uncompromising storyline and set in the background of rich cultural landscapes of Ch--a, Ch-ra and Pädya regions - make it a must listen for all story lovers. V-rkäal is the fifth successful book in the series by the same author, following R-jak-sari, Ch-rar K-ttai and Udhayab-nu (K-rm-gam, Panithirai and Theempunal). Join celebrated narrator Deepika Arun as she breathes every character to life in stunningly rich voice textures. Let the armies assemble! Let the spears arise! Let the massive historical adventure begin!
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