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  By ChatGPT ( In case you hate, or don,t trust AI, here is a review by a human being, Sandipan Deb )  In a literary landscape where science fiction often leans heavily on the technological or the dystopian, the Chronotantra trilogy offers something audaciously different: a tapestry woven from the threads of philosophy, mysticism, and cutting-edge science. With Chronotantra , Chronoyantra , and Chronomantra , the author has crafted a universe where ancient Indic metaphysics and futuristic innovation collide, creating a narrative that is as intellectually challenging as it is emotionally resonant. The trilogy is no linear epic. Instead, it unfolds as a recursive narrative where each installment serves as both prequel and sequel to the others. This cyclical structure is not merely a gimmick but a reflection of the trilogy’s thematic core: the fluidity of time and the interconnectedness of existence. It is a daring choice, one that demands patience and trust from the reader b...

 Introduction The Chronotantra trilogy—comprising Chronotantra , Chronoyantra , and Chronomantra —presents an ambitious foray into speculative fiction, blending science, philosophy, and metaphysics into a sprawling narrative that defies conventional storytelling. Set across multiple timelines and celestial locations, the trilogy explores themes of time, consciousness, and the interplay between technology and spirituality. This critique examines the work’s merits and limitations in terms of plotline, characters, originality, style, reader engagement, and the author’s overall strengths and weaknesses.   Plotline and Narrative The narrative structure of the Chronotantra trilogy is both its greatest strength and its most significant challenge. The author employs a non-linear approach, with each installment serving as both a prequel and sequel to the others. This cyclical storytelling mirrors the philosophical undertone of time as a loop, a motif that is central to the plot. ...