Begum Hazrat Mahal: Warrior Queen of Awadh

Book Details

• Author: Malathi Ramachandran

• Binding: Paperback

• ISBN: 9789391125417

• Number of Pages: 252

• Release Date: 12-05-2023

• Languages: English

About the Book

The Last Queen of Awadh by Malathi Ramachandran is a gripping fictional account set during the tumultuous days of the 1857 Indian Rebellion. The story follows Begum Hazrat Mahal, the wife of the last Nawab of Awadh, who remains behind in her homeland after the British exiled her husband and his court to Calcutta. In her fierce love for her kingdom and her son, Prince Birjis Ali, Hazrat Mahal swears to reclaim Awadh from British hands and restore the rightful rule of her family.

The novel plunges into the heart of the resistance, where Hazrat Mahal builds a rebel army to challenge the British forces. The Siege of the Residency, a key event in the rebellion, serves as the backdrop for this dramatic saga, as the rebel forces lay siege to the British cantonment for five long months. As the tension escalates, the story intertwines themes of loyalty, love, and passion, with high-stakes battles and strategic warfare.

Within the walls of the Residency, emotions run high as Hazrat Mahal and her loyal band of supporters fight for a future where Awadh remains free. The novel captures the essence of this epic struggle, questioning whether the rebel army can succeed before the British relief forces arrive, or if grief and loss will ultimately shatter Hazrat Mahal's dreams.

Malathi Ramachandran’s narrative brings to life a remarkable chapter in India’s history, shedding light on the courage, determination, and heartbreak of one of the country’s most iconic historical figures. A tale of resistance, sacrifice, and hope, this novel offers readers a moving portrait of Hazrat Mahal’s enduring legacy.