The Vault of Vishnu
is a thrilling novel by Ashwin Sanghi that masterfully blends myth and history. The story unfolds on multiple fronts:
- At the Indo-Tibetan border, the tale begins with the legend of Sepoy Harbhajan Singh, a revered figure whose spirit is believed to warn the Indian Army of impending attacks.
- The plot then shifts to Doklam, where Chinese soldiers, armed to the teeth, are preparing for a confrontation.
- Simultaneously, a Pallava prince travels to Cambodia to be crowned king, carrying with him secrets that will cause great wars centuries later.
- A Buddhist monk from ancient China treks south to India, seeking missing pieces of a puzzle that could make his emperor all-powerful.
- A pre-Neolithic tribe fights to preserve their sacred knowledge, oblivious to the war drums on the Indo-China border.
- In the temple town of Kanchipuram, a reclusive scientist deciphers ancient texts while secret agents shadow his every move.
- Caught in the storm is a young investigator with a complex past, racing against time to maintain the balance of power in the new world.
The novel takes the reader through the highs and lows of history, myth, physics, warfare technology, AI, and biochemistry. It connects the past to the present in a race against time, with ancient secrets playing a crucial role. The book is characterized by meticulous research and technical details. It's a heady mix of action, suspense, love, loss, friendship, betrayal, espionage, history, legend, myth, science, and philosophy.