Thanka  (English, Paperback, Himanshu Kumar Sah)

An ordinary boy… A new land… And one game… To learn the fundamentals of becoming a fighter! Bogged down by failures and challenges, young Rid decides to end his life. What he doesn’t know is that this isn’t the end but the start of a new journey. A journey of self-discovery and phenomenal transformation… Rid jumps off a cliff only to be drawn into the mystical land of Thanka, a place miles away from Earth, with bewitching forests and lakes and magical fruits, birds and animals. Thanka opens up a new world of realization and awakening for Rid. Confused, dazed and full of anxiety, Rid longs to get back to Earth. But there is a catch. Return he can, but only if he defeats the evil Evihus and the blind dragons of Thanka by becoming a true fighter. For this to happen, he has to clear the first obstacle—the Game of Thanka. He has to play the game till the very end, a feat no one has achieved so far. Can Rid emerge victorious in the Game of Thanka? Can he learn the fundamentals of becoming a fighter and trounce the mighty opponents, who possess powers and weapons that Rid has never even heard of? Can Rid become a true fighter and get back to Earth? Read on to find out! Thanka is not only just a tale of fantasy and adventure but is also a remarkable ray of hope for those with a desire to elevate their lives.