The Rakshas Diaries

When Maya and Tara encounter Bhadra, the boy Rakshas from a parallel world, it marks the beginning of an exciting journey where they race across the length and breadth of India to find 4 sets of hidden mantras to save Earth. The children’s mission takes them from the lush green hills of Arunachal Pradesh to the sparkling waters of Kanyakumari to the Rann of Kutch. Will they be able to keep the pathways between the worlds open? Will they succeed in finding the mantras which are so important to the scientists in both worlds? This delightful fast-paced tale is written in a contemporary voice, and weaves in adventure with geography, nature, and wildlife to capture the imagination of young readers.
-- Dr Padma Sridhar, Westchester, NY

The Rakshas Diaries is a fun adventure filled with folklore and animal facts. When sisters Maya and Tara are approached by supernatural Bhadra, their spring break becomes a series of romps through India’s natural wonders in search of ancient mantras of power. The sisters solve riddles, save animals, and learn about the habitats they explore. Photographs from real events and illustrations by the author keep even the reluctant reader engaged. By the end of the book, you will be drawn into the rhythm of Bahrath’s storytelling and know more than you ever expected!
-- Laura Scott Schaefer, Owner, Scattered Books, Chappaqua, NY