This book is a treasure for a scholar, a devotee, a seeker, or anyone interested in a beautifully written description of an authentic Tantric spiritual tradition. As a Kerala scholar I was astonished and delighted to see this material about the Odiyya tradition, which has been previously almost undocumented, presented in such a readable form. Although it reads like an exciting adventure story and is difficult to put down, the author also presents rich and complex metaphysical material in gorgeous prose. A must for anyone interested in goddess traditions, women-centered culture, shamanism, or tantra.