The Mohini Island (Mohini Theevu) is a Tamil historical-fantasy novel penned by the legendary writer Kalki Krishnamurthy, first published in 1950. Seamlessly blending elements of mystery, romance, and adventure, the novel transports readers to a surreal world far removed from reality, yet rich in emotion and imagination.
The narrative is framed through Bhaskara Kavirayar, who recounts an astonishing tale shared by a close friend returning from Burma during World War II. In a dramatic twist of fate, their ship, attempting to evade a Japanese cruiser, veers off its course from India and arrives at an uncharted, ethereal island?Mohini Theevu, literally translating to "Fairy Island."
There, on this lush, otherworldly isle, time seems suspended. The story unfolds with haunting beauty, uncovering the island's deep secrets and the unforgettable encounters that transform the protagonist's life. Through vivid prose and poetic imagery, Kalki masterfully explores themes of escapism, love, illusion, and destiny, making The Mohini Theevu a captivating entry in his body of work.
More than just a tale of survival, The Mohini Theevu is a literary reverie?an enchanting journey into the unknown, where reality blurs with fantasy, and the heart seeks meaning amid mystery.
