Mugdhalina
An Ancient Tale of Love, Sacrifice and Treachery
A Historical Speculation Novel
By Madhava Kumar Turumella
Released 18 September 2026
Available worldwide in Paperback & eBook
Mugdhalina · Published 18 September 2026
Publication Announcement
Mugdhalina is Now Published
I am delighted to announce the publication of my latest novel, Mugdhalina. When I began the final stage of writing, I expected the extensive historical and philosophical research involved to take me at least until November. Instead, the creative ideas continued to flow, allowing me to complete the book considerably earlier than anticipated.
18 September 2026
Mugdhalina is now available internationally through major retail platforms in both paperback and eBook formats. Readers can also explore a free digital sample through participating platforms, including Amazon Kindle and Google Play Books.
The Story
Book Synopsis
What if Yeshuva was heir not only to a heavenly kingdom... but to an earthly one?
What if an ancient human inheritance gave dangerous meaning to the words King of the Jews? And what if powerful men within Rome knew of it, and were determined to erase it from history?
In the first century, empires rule through blood, fear and allegiance. Yet across distant lands, from Takshasila and Magadha to Egypt and Judaea, an ancient secret survives, carried through forgotten histories, guarded by those willing to kill or die for it.
Into this world comes Mugdhalina, a young woman whose journey from India draws her towards Yeshuva, a teacher whose message of love and compassion is beginning to disturb the foundations of power.
Around them move kings and priests, Roman officials, merchants, spies and warriors, each pursuing a different truth.
At the heart of their struggle lies a mysterious symbol, an ancient inheritance, and a question whose answer could alter the destiny of kingdoms.
Blending historical speculation, philosophy, political intrigue, romance and adventure, Mugdhalina reimagines one of history's most familiar periods from an unexpected direction.
Some inherit kingdoms. Some renounce them.
And some are crucified because others fear what they might inherit.
Publication Details
Mugdhalina
Paperback ISBN
978-1-919296-39-5
eBook ISBN
978-1-919296-38-8
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eBook
Publisher
CIERX Publications
London, UK
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Reader Reviews
What Readers Are Saying
“Heartfelt biblical novel”
“I like how Madhava Kumar Turumella combines political thrillers, adventure, theological speculation, and romance.”
“The book helped me being informed the historical background of India, Egypt, Galilee, and Jerusalem.”
Ngoc-Tu Pham
Amazon reader review · United States · Kindle Edition
23 September 2026
“Beautiful”
“I love how beautiful this interpretation of history of all the ancient nations that have stood against the sands of time are still here.”
“The political struggles, the news of the King with the eye of Ra. How each hand of the nobles are different but still show their loyalty to the next leader.”
Nicole Pace
Amazon reader review · United States · Kindle Edition
29 September 2026
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“Ancient India, Egypt, Rome and Judaea come together
through one deeply intriguing story.”
“It made me look at the familiar phrase
‘King of the Jews’ from an entirely different
fictional perspective.”
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Review by @diaryofaleaf7
“The writing also manages to create a cinematic feel in several moments, making the ancient world come alive in the reader’s imagination.”
“Overall, Mugdhalina is an engaging read for anyone who enjoys historical fiction with romance, mystery, and emotional depth.”
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Mugdhalina · An Ancient Tale of Love, Sacrifice and Treachery
Paperback ISBN 9781919296395 · eBook ISBN 9781919296388