A Gripping Historical Fantasy That Blends Ancient Civilizations, Political Intrigue and Timeless Heroism
History remembers empires. Legends remember heroes. But before the rise of the Mughals, before Alexander’s march into India and long before history took its familiar shape, there existed kingdoms whose stories were written in blood, honour and sacrifice. Bringing one such forgotten world vividly to life is Bleeding Crown: Protector of Sivi, the latest historical fantasy novel by Rajesh Mehta.
published by Clever Fox Publishing Rich in ancient history, mythology and political intrigue, the novel transports readers to 726 BC, where the Kingdom of Sivi stands on the brink of turmoil. Combining meticulous historical imagination with compelling storytelling,
Where History, Mythology and Fantasy Converge
Inspired by the grandeur of ancient India, Bleeding Crown: Protector of Sivi weaves together historical imagination with elements of mythology and fantasy to create an unforgettable narrative.
As kingdoms prepare for war and ancient rivalries awaken, the novel unfolds into an epic tale where dharma, ambition, loyalty and survival collide on a grand scale
About the Author
Rajesh Mehta is a seasoned management professional with more than two decades of experience across leading multinational corporations and Indian startups, including Airtel, Citibank and Standard Chartered. Today, he works as a leadership coach, helping organizations and individuals unlock their potential through effective leadership and personal growth.
Beyond his professional career, Rajesh is an avid long-distance motorcyclist who has explored countless roads across India, a passionate music enthusiast and a voracious reader. His enduring fascination with ancient history, lost civilizations and the origins of mankind serves as the creative foundation for his storytelling. Bleeding Crown: Protector of Sivi reflects his passion for bringing forgotten eras to life through richly imagined narratives that blend history, mythology and adventure.
About the Book
Kingdom of Sivi lay in present-day Balochistan, the southwestern region of Pakistan. A region where the soil even today refuses to be trampled by an oppressor. The land is as defiant as it was 2,300 years ago. From Sivi to Sibi the name got distorted by the winds of time. Historians also called it Balish, Bashkal and Walishtan. During Alexander’s campaign in 326 BCE, historians noted Seboi (Sivi) as a formidable area. Mahabharata mentions that once King Shivi protected a dove from a hawk and gave flesh from his thigh to satiate the hawk’s hunger. In the Buddhist text, Sibi Jataka, it is said that Lord Indra and Brahma who disguised themselves as hawk and dove to test King Shivi’s kindness.
Set in 726 BC at the foothills of the Uttara-Kuru ranges, Bleeding Crown: Protector of Sivi takes readers into the heart of an ancient kingdom where every oath carries consequences and every decision shapes history. As Prince Vikram prepares to inherit a blood-soaked crown, he must navigate political unrest, broken alliances, personal sacrifice and a looming invasion that threatens to destroy everything he hopes to protect.
Blending historical fiction with mythology and epic fantasy, the novel presents a world where honour outweighs ambition, destiny challenges free will and forgotten civilizations rise once more to seek vengeance. Filled with compelling characters, powerful conflicts and immersive world-building, Bleeding Crown: Protector of Sivi is a remarkable read for fans of historical epics, mythological adventures and character-driven fantasy.
