Madurai Arasi is based on the author's beloved place Madurai where he spent most of his life. Written by Indra Soundarrajan, the novel's story is an excerpt from Rani Mangammal's rule at a time when women's liberation was still a topic of discussion and many impositions were in place to let a woman rule freely. The story explores the role of Madurai's Meenakshi Ammai. If historical novels interest you, this one is definitely worth a read. Purchase from Giri UK.