Whispers From The Past
Ranveer’s quest
A Novel of Ancient India
A thrilling historical adventure set in the Indo-Greek period of 300 BC India, where dark secrets, haunted forts and power struggles come alive.
320 BC - Ancient India
Set in the aftermath of Alexander the Great’s conquests, this epic tale unfolds the fierce struggles between ancient India’s mighty empires and the invading Greek forces.
Inspired by the tumultuous convergence of East and West during the Indo-Greek era, this story will transport readers on an adventurous journey of political intrigue, supernatural forces, and the timeless quest for power and honor
About
Arti Chavan
Arti Chavan is a debut novelist and a passionate storyteller who has crafted this epic historical thriller infused with a touch of the supernatural. Fascinated by ancient cultures and forgotten legends, she brings the rich heritage of ancient India to life in a gripping tale of adventure and intrigue.
Inspired by the relatively unexplored period of Indo-Greek history and folklore, her novel immerses readers in opulent palaces, haunted forts, and treacherous landscapes that still exist in present India.
An Indian expat in the US with an MBA and a career in strategy, Arti blends her professional expertise in crafting narratives with her passion for sharing India’s history with a global audience. Balancing her writing, a tech career in California, and family life with her husband and two children, this debut novel is a labor of love, born from her desire to share India’s stories with her children and the world.
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The Story
In the aftermath of Alexander the Great’s Indian campaign, the Greek satraps left behind set their sights on further conquest. Peithon, satrap of Western India, schemes to claim the peaceful Deccan kingdom, plunging it into turmoil. When the king dies, the newborn prince becomes a pawn in a dangerous game of power and betrayal.
Ranveer, an elite soldier and devoted protector of the kingdom, must rise to face the storm. Amid conspiracies and shifting alliances, he battles ruthless foes and guards those he holds dear. Alongside his patron, Count Satya, and the spirited Lalita, Ranveer uncovers the haunting secrets of Fort Naaga—revelations that could alter everything he thought he knew about his past and the fate of his kingdom.
After Alexander the Great’s campaign ends, Greek satraps remain in India, seeking to expand their control. Peithon, the satrap of Western India, schemes to seize the Deccan kingdom, plunging Ranveer—an elite soldier and fiercely loyal protector of the peaceful kingdom—into turmoil. When the Deccan king dies, the newborn prince’s life is in peril as treacherous ministers conspire with the Greeks for power. Joined by Count Satya, his patron, and Lalita, a spirited woman who holds his heart, Ranveer must navigate political intrigue, battle adversaries like the cunning Rudra, and uncover the haunting secrets of Fort Naaga, which may hold the key to his own identity.
