The Lotus and the Crown: Saliya and Ashokamala's Story

By Dinesh Deckker

A love that defied destiny. A sacrifice that changed history.

Prince Saliya, heir to the throne of Anuradhapura, was born to rule. But when he falls in love with Ashokamala, a woman of the Chandala caste, he chooses love over power-knowing it will cost him everything. Banished from the kingdom and erased from history, Saliya walks away from his birthright, leaving behind the golden halls of royalty for a life of exile.

But love is not enough to tame fate. As they struggle to survive in the untamed wilderness, Saliya and Ashokamala must face the brutal reality of their choice. The weight of their past, the pain of loss, and the cruelty of an unforgiving world test the limits of their devotion. And when the echoes of the palace finally reach them, they are forced to confront a truth more devastating than exile itself.

Rich in historical depth, heartbreaking in its intensity, The Lotus and the Crown is a tale of love, sacrifice, and the eternal search for freedom.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0DYZSK93W
• ISBN13: 9798312629811
• Release Date: March 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 112 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"