The Pawn of Samsara Duology
In an immortal realm ruled by the asura, the water buffalo demi-god Isha and man-lion Sinha are drawn into a plot to topple a tyrant. But when the dust of revolution settles, the "hero" and the "monster" turn out to be not quite as the legends claim.
After the dust of their legend settles a thousand years later, the man-lion Sinha is called to action again. The boundary between mortal and hellish realms has frayed and the hungry ghosts have risen. While encountering the reincarnates of his past, Sinha discovers an ancient enemy has returned, and this time, the gods won't be the ones who pay the price.
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Pawn of Samsara Vol 1
A Lion's Head
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A Lion's Pride
Read the Conclusion →What Readers Are Saying
“A smartly plotted, ‘myths and legend’ adventure for young adults.” — The Wishing Shelf (A Lion's Head)
“Deeply rooted in myth and history, the world-building is rich and immersive.”
“Sinha is a fascinatingly complex protagonist—a man caught between his divine nature and his very human struggles.”
“A gripping tale of reincarnation and the weight of past lives that feels fresh and unlike anything else.”
About the Author
D. M. De Alwis writes prehistoric fantasy rooted in ancient myth, exploring the ultimate questions of life through fiction. When she isn’t documenting the cycles of Samsara, she hosts the Myths & Samsara podcast. Her work is edited by Elise Abram and published by Ahasae Tharu Publishing.