The Far Pavilions

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Summary: If the hoouse were burning, I'd grab this book first!
Review: I own thousands of books, and have read many times that. While I may dither about the other nine of my top ten, I never hesitate to rate Far Pavilions as the best book I have ever read. Ash, Anjuli, Wally, and India (for you must include India as a primary character) are brilliantly portrayed and completely unforgettable.

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Summary: One of my all-time top ten favorites
Review: I first read this book over twenty years ago, and have re-read it at least 10 times. It's just as good each time. M.M. Kaye's autobiography which I just read shows where she got her obvious love of India that shines through in the book. It's a wonderful book that includes something for everyone. Also read Shadow of the Moon for another exceptional book.

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Summary: Don't Settle For Anything Less Than Heaven
Review: I am only half way through this beautiful novel, yet I have already felt a lifetime's worth of pain, struggle, and love. My advice to everyone: search the world until you find that one true love. In that, you will find happiness.

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Summary: The colors of love and death have never been so vibrant.
Review: The Far Pavilions is not a fairy tale. Too many people die for it to be called that. But if you have ever believed in a love that conquers all, and a life of glossy glamour, with the exotic backdrop of silks and snakes, you have to read this book. Kaye has a talent for bringing you close enough to the main character that you can feel the heat of an Indian summer, and the sting of the cold wind in the Himalyan mountains. I read this book when I was eleven, and in the seven years that followed I collected a copy of every fictitious book she wrote. I searched many different countries, all around the world, and they were worth it, because no matter how many times you read it, the magic in any one of M.M.Kaye's books never fades away. And The Far Pavilions is her best work.

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Summary: Excellent reading. Very acute insight into India, its cultur
Review: I enjoyed the book in its entirety. MM Kaye's research on the languages/culture and customs of Rajasthan and around are quite marvellous. The words paint a fantastic canvas! Bravo! Absolutely fascinating narrative.

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Summary: A truly incredible reading experience!
Review: This is a phenomenal book...one of the best I have ever read. It's English history, Indian history, military history, a love story, a story of friendship, a tale of suspense... There is something for everyone in these pages, and the opportunity to experience this wonderful book should not be missed!

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Summary: Lovely reading and highly inspiring
Review: This is one of the best novels i have read. Especially the character of Anjuli is something that all of us can cherish. Anybody looking for a beautiful love story should definitely read this book. A terrific novel.

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Summary: Helped me see my own country in a new light
Review: Far Pavillions was a book that gave me new insight into the British Raaj . It is one of the very few books that looks at the Britis rule in India objectively Giving both sides a "Fair" hearing. India could not have been described so beautifully by anyone. An incredible Love story which transports you to British India with it's intrigues,Passions and Politics a must read for every lover of good books.

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Summary: How do I get to India?
Review: This was an awesome book and I think everyone should read this book. It gives you a chance to look at the other side of life and experience life in the simple way. To make to experince so real and when you learn so much this is a book to pass down to your grandchildren.

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Summary: One of my favorite books of all time.
Review: I was entranced for all 960 pages. A simply incredible novel