Kevin Missal

Kevin Missal is an Indian author primarily known for writing mythological fiction and fantasy novels. His most notable work is the Kalki trilogy, which reimagines the story of Kalki, the tenth avatar of Vishnu in Hindu mythology. Missal began his writing career at age 14 and published his first book, Damien Black, while still a teenager. He gained widespread recognition after the release of Dharmayoddha Kalki: Avatar of Vishnu in 2017, which became a bestseller in India. The author specializes in blending elements of Indian mythology with contemporary storytelling techniques. His other works include the Narasimha Trilogy and Raavanputr Meghnad, which are retellings of different aspects of Hindu mythology. Missal holds a degree in English Literature from the University of Delhi and continues to write mythology-based fiction that appeals to young adult readers. His books have been published by major publishing houses including Penguin Random House India.

Readers view Kevin Missal's books as fast-paced mythological fiction that reimagines Indian legends. His most reviewed work, the Kalki series, has over 1,500 ratings on Goodreads with an average of 3.8/5. Readers highlight: - Modern retellings of classic mythology - Action sequences and battle scenes - World-building and mythology research - Appeal to young adult audiences Common criticisms: - Writing style needs polish and editing - Character development feels rushed - Dialogue can be stilted - Plot pacing issues in later books On Amazon India, his books average 4.2/5 across 2,000+ reviews. Several readers note they finished books in single sittings, with one reviewer stating "Dharmayoddha Kalki hooked me for 6 straight hours." Critics point to "amateur writing" and "too many storylines." Goodreads reviewers frequently compare his style to Rick Riordan but note the prose needs refinement. The books maintain steady 3.5-4 star ratings across platforms.

Dharmayoddha Kalki: Avatar of Vishnu - A reimagining of the Kalki Purana following a young man destined to become the tenth avatar of Vishnu.

Karma: A Rakshas Saga - An urban fantasy novel set in modern Delhi exploring Indian mythology through the story of a demon hunter.

Narasimha: The Mahaavatar Trilogy - A narrative centered on the fourth avatar of Vishnu, depicting his rise against the demon king Hiranyakashipu.

Raavanputr Meghnad - A retelling focusing on Meghnad, the son of Raavana, presenting events from his perspective during the Ramayana period.

The School of Elements: Fire & Ice - A story following teenagers who discover they have elemental powers while attending a special academy.

Hiranyakashyap: The Narasimha Trilogy - A tale depicting the antagonist Hiranyakashyap's journey and his conflict with Vishnu's avatar Narasimha.

Kalki: The Last Avatar - The final installment in the Kalki series depicting the protagonist's ultimate battle against adharma.