‘Revenge of the Naked Princess’ by Oswald Pereira

Leadstart Publishing and Crossword hosted ‘Revenge of the Naked Princess’ by Oswald Pereira. India’s first novel that focuses on forced conversions from the 16th century tells chronicles of how nebulous the lines between religion and carnage can be. It was a joyous evening in the presence of Renowned Actors like Smita Jaykar and Anshuman Jha, Spiritual Guru, Dr Rajshri and Celebrity Author Ashwin Sanghi who attended the book launch. 

 Oswald Pereira read excerpts from the book while onlookers around sat quietly listening to every word with rapt attention. Everyone applauded after every passage was read out as the writing style of the book as well as the content was fresh, creating a story etched in the minds of all those present. The novel talks about how joint conversion brigade of the Portuguese King and the Pope set out to spread Christ’s message of love and compassion, but they leave behind a deathly trail of murder and mayhem Mr. Oswald Periera said, "Revenge of the Naked Princess shows how brutal force conversions blur that live between religion and carnage that is must read. Set in 16th century the protagonist tribal princess Dharsana resists forced religious conversions by a powerful Portuguese conversion brigade with her ace poison arrows.’’ Swarup Nanda, CEO, Leadstart Publishing said “It is great to be associated with such inspiring authors like Oswald Pereira whose writing has been a revelation for years. The launch Revenge of the Naked Princess has proven success and we hope to work with him on more occasions as well.” 

About Leadstart Publishing: Leadstart Publishing is a leading publishing house from India. It is both creative and progressive in its vision and publishing focii. The Leadstart Lists feature distinguished authors and writing from across the globe. Today, Leadstart Publishing has 10 brands and publishes over 200 titles a year, with imprints and products in all major book categories. Leadstart is also India’s largest book distribution network, with a retail distribution spread of over 100 cities, almost four times the size of its closest competitor. Leadstart Publishing has been termed ‘the fastest-growing book publishing company in India today,’ by The Week magazine. 

Synopsis of the Revenge of the Naked Princess: On a hot, humid morning in May 1545, a joint conversion brigade of the Portuguese King and the Pope set out to spread Christ’s message of love and compassion, but they leave behind a deathly trail of murder and mayhem. Armed with a monstrous cannon and scores of firearms, the brigade raids Princess Darshana Kamya Kathodi’s palace in Tana, carrying for her and her people the King’s inviolable conversion order… sealed by the Pope’s promise of a new heaven. The beautiful, 18-year-old tribal princess fights back with her ace archers’ poison arrows. Revenge of the Naked Princess shows how brutal, forced conversions can blur the line between religion and carnage.This historical page-turner by veteran journalist-turned-novelist Oswald Pareira comes after the success of his widely-acclaimed, best-selling thriller The Newsroom Mafia. 

About the Oswald Pereira: A veteran journalist, Oswald Pereira has worked for leading newspapers and magazines in Mumbai, New Delhi and Muscat. Oswald, who has taught journalism at The Times School of Journalism, is an editor and an English language trainer. Oswald is the author of the widely-acclaimed, best-selling crime thriller, The Newsroom Mafia, published by Grey Oak Westland in December 2011. He was born in Thane, Maharashtra, and studied at St Xavier’s College, Mumbai. He now lives with his wife and son in Noida 

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