More than the challenge from external forces, he has to deal with his ever revolting and scheming half brothers - Kamaran, Askari and Hindal. Unlike his father Babur, Humayun, as a king and leader was more prone to vices and lapses of judgement; weaknesses that were well exploited by his enemies and half brothers throughout his reign. Initially starting as an under-confident and impulsive ruler, Humayun slowly regains his focus to quickly realize that his family's honor and legacy is at stake. What comes out clearly, is his extreme awareness of his goal in life and what he needs to do to get there. He is also very much aware of what his faults have been or mistakes that he has committed and quick to correct them. This extreme commitment to self correct also comes out as a strong personality trait.
Rich with historical anecdotes and cultural insights of the Indian subcontinent of 1530s; Brothers At War makes up for a good read. Although I found it to be a tad too stretched in the middle and boring at times, but overall, lives up to the expectations.Looking forward to start the next one soon.
