The Rising Stones – Before the Flood 

(An Epic Saga of the Indus Valley, Book 1) Paperback & Ebook – 30 August 2025 By R. Shyam Nair

A city built on stone and faith. A river that gives life — and threatens to take it away. A love and a betrayal that will shape the destiny of a civilization.

Set in the ancient city of Mohenjo-daro, The Rising Stones: Before the Flood is the first book in An Epic Saga of the Indus Valley. Blending history, myth, and timeless human drama, it brings to life one of the world’s earliest and most mysterious civilizations.

Eeshan, a humble scribe, knows the language of seals and the whispers of the great river Sindhu. His duty is to record, not to lead. But when an ambitious empire rises in the West, Mohenjo-daro faces a threat greater than its walls and faith can contain. Drawn into a web of politics, prophecy, and unexpected love, Eeshan must decide whether to remain a keeper of memories or risk everything to fight for his people’s future.

As omens darken the skies and the river murmurs of an approaching flood, ancient loyalties are tested, and betrayal comes from the heart of the city itself.

Richly atmospheric and deeply moving, Before the Flood is a tale of love, betrayal, resilience, and the tragic beauty of a civilization on the brink of legend. Perfect for fans of epic historical fiction and mythic sagas, this first installment lays the foundation for an unforgettable journey that continues in The Rising Stones: After the Fall.

About the Author

R. Shyam Nair is a writer and storyteller whose novels explore the collision of ancient traditions and the modern world. Known for his reflective voice and uncompromising honesty, his works traverse the borderlands of faith, memory, and imagination. Whether set in the quiet lanes of a South Indian village or along the sacred ghats of Varanasi, his stories uncover universal truths hidden in everyday moments.

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