--- product_id: 442091044 title: "Anchor Books The Palace of Illusions" price: "R954" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 7 url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/442091044-anchor-books-the-palace-of-illusions store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # Anchor Books The Palace of Illusions **Price:** R954 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Anchor Books The Palace of Illusions - **How much does it cost?** R954 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/442091044-anchor-books-the-palace-of-illusions) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Anchor Books The Palace of Illusions : Divakaruni, Chitra Banerjee: desertcart.ae: Books Review: Worth the read - Struggled to get started but once I got into it, this was a great story, beautifully written and really intriguing. I loved learning about the mystical and culture from this era Review: What a book🫰🏻🫰🏻🫰🏻🫰🏻🫰🏻 - Worth reading ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ I just finished reading The Palace of Illusions, and I must say it’s one of the most captivating retellings I’ve ever come across. The book takes us into the world of the Mahabharata through the eyes of Draupadi (Panchaali), giving voice to a woman who has often remained in the shadows of this great epic. What I loved most was how the author weaves Draupadi’s strength, vulnerabilities, desires, and regrets into a story that feels both timeless and deeply human. It’s not just about kings, battles, and destiny—it’s about the emotions, choices, and struggles that make us who we are. The language is lyrical, the storytelling powerful, and it lingers in your mind long after you close the last page. This book doesn’t just retell mythology—it reimagines it, making Draupadi’s journey relatable and thought-provoking. If you love stories of courage, love, and destiny told with a fresh perspective, I highly recommend this masterpiece…… ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #110,847 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #32 in Mythology & Folk Tales #99 in Greek & Roman Myth & Legend #128 in Asian Myth & Legend | | Customer reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (5,716) | | Dimensions | 13.18 x 2.01 x 20.29 cm | | Edition | Reprint | | ISBN-10 | 1400096200 | | ISBN-13 | 978-1400096206 | | Item weight | 272 g | | Language | English | | Print length | 384 pages | | Publication date | 10 February 2009 | | Publisher | Anchor | ## Images ![Anchor Books The Palace of Illusions - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91CExBt2f0L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Worth the read *by H***A on 17 April 2024* Struggled to get started but once I got into it, this was a great story, beautifully written and really intriguing. I loved learning about the mystical and culture from this era ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ What a book🫰🏻🫰🏻🫰🏻🫰🏻🫰🏻 *by C***A on 18 September 2025* Worth reading ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ I just finished reading The Palace of Illusions, and I must say it’s one of the most captivating retellings I’ve ever come across. The book takes us into the world of the Mahabharata through the eyes of Draupadi (Panchaali), giving voice to a woman who has often remained in the shadows of this great epic. What I loved most was how the author weaves Draupadi’s strength, vulnerabilities, desires, and regrets into a story that feels both timeless and deeply human. It’s not just about kings, battles, and destiny—it’s about the emotions, choices, and struggles that make us who we are. The language is lyrical, the storytelling powerful, and it lingers in your mind long after you close the last page. This book doesn’t just retell mythology—it reimagines it, making Draupadi’s journey relatable and thought-provoking. If you love stories of courage, love, and destiny told with a fresh perspective, I highly recommend this masterpiece…… ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by D***A on 27 May 2025* The Palace of Illusions is a stunning reimagining of the Mahabharat, told entirely through Draupadi’s voice. For those who haven’t read or watched the epic in full, like myself, this novel offers the perfect entry point. It clarifies the chaos of family affairs, dynasties, and dharma, all while grounding the story in one woman’s emotional world. I, for one, have never read nor watched the Mahabharat in its entirety, but after reading this, I find it awfully hard to imagine the story without Draupadi’s perspective. To me, she and Krishna are the thread that runs through the entire tale. The bond they share is quiet yet cosmic, built on mutual respect and a deep, unspoken understanding. When Krishna gives her the name Krishnaa, so closely tied to his own, it becomes even more powerful and symbolic. But this story was never about Draupadi relying on a man. Krishna's presence in her life wasn’t about dependence, it was about alignment. He wasn’t her rescuer, but her mirror. And though Krishna appears in male form, “they” transcend gender entirely, shifting, guiding, and reflecting what each soul needs most. This is not just a tale of war and fate, but of ego, forbidden love, sacrifice, and the loneliness of being misunderstood. Draupadi isn’t a side character here, she is the heart of the story. Through her eyes, we witness the weight of duty, the complexity of relationships, and the fire that comes with knowing your worth in a world that constantly tries to reduce it. The Palace of Illusions doesn’t just retell an epic, it reclaims it, reshaping our understanding of the Mahabharat forever. ## Frequently Bought Together - The Palace of Illusions: A Novel - The Forest of Enchantments - The Last Queen: A Novel of Courage and Resistance --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/442091044-anchor-books-the-palace-of-illusions](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/442091044-anchor-books-the-palace-of-illusions) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-10-17*