Ghatshila author Snehashree Mandal’s ‘Chaos, Confusion to Confucius’ win hearts 

Parvinder Bhatia 

Jamshedpur: Ghatshila-based author Snehashree Mandal has released her latest literary work Chaos, Confusion to Confucius, the first in a planned series weaving together mythology, mystery, and philosophical reflection. Published by Locksley Hall Publishing and presented by The Book Bakers, the novel offers a layered narrative that questions humanity’s direction and purpose in the face of chaos.

The book paints the picture of an “orphaned world” trapped in a stage of granular degradation, where humanity has made little progress beyond its immediate survival. “The chaos is huge,” the author writes, likening every small action to a drop in the ocean creating larger, more disruptive ripples than before. As the ripples collide, the world sinks deeper into uncertainty, moving through a mist where the ground beneath seems to vanish.

At the heart of the story are three women drawn together by extraordinary circumstances—Meru, a victim, Tahiti, a savior, and Deecem, a bridge between them. Their lives, already in disarray, gain renewed purpose as they search for Meru, unearthing truths that connect them to ancient families long believed to be extinct. These revelations challenge the trio to confront the menace bred by chaos and supported by unknown forces, pushing them to understand the delicate balance between destruction and miracles.

The novel poses a series of searching questions—Why do humans not see certain truths? Why do multiple religions exist, and what purposes were they meant to serve? How is Earth connected to the outer universe, and why are these links hidden? And most importantly, what must humanity do to reclaim its place within the larger cosmic network?

Speaking about the book, Snehashree said, “This story is a journey into the mysteries of existence. It asks not just where we came from, but where we should be heading, both in science and spirituality.”

Snehashree describes herself as “an Indian by soul and soil,” and views writing as a deliberate act of compassion. Before venturing into novels, she self-published two poetry collections—A Hiatus from the Loaded Past and Five Lotuses and the Morass—both of which combine flash fiction, lyrical vignettes, and personal reflections.

With its fusion of gripping storytelling and deep philosophical inquiry, Chaos, Confusion to Confucius is poised to engage readers who seek more than just a story—offering instead a meditation on the human condition and our place in the universe. The book is available https://www.amazon.in/dp/9392428677