A review by readikkulus
The Liberation of Sita by Volga

4.0

So many mythological retellings, from the perspective of female protagonists - but Sita is the most popular, it seems. While she remains the main character in this read, Volga touches upon many other strong women whose endurance is seldom spoken about, and how they help Sita in her journey to self-realization. Every character - whether it is Ahalya, Renuka, Surpanakha or Sita's sister, Urmila - each breaks a stereotype that has held women back. This read is about Sita breaking away from her identity as queen of Ayodhya, Ram's wife, Luv-Kush's mother - and realizing who she really is. I love how the story goes back & forth in time, helping the reader unfold every notion that has held Sita, or any woman back. As interesting a read as it is, The Liberation of Sita holds up the flag of feminism high.