Its my pleasure to tell you about this wonderful read on the eve of publication day.
What's it about?
Orphaned at six with no memory of what happened to her family, Kavya was raised in the bustling city of Bombay by her uncle and aunt. In fleeting moments, like her time in Bangalore with spirited teenager Malli or her summers in Kyoto with budding architect Yasunari and his ageing grandparents, the truth of her traumatic past is revealed.
With an eclectic cast of characters — including timid photographer Ryu, rebellious artist Akiko, and the mysterious S-san — she searches for clarity on the streets of Tokyo and truth in the mountain villages of the Himalayas. In this poignant coming-of-age story, what Kavya discovers within turbulent dreams and vibrant memories will shape and nurture the woman she will become.
Bobs and Books honest review:
This is just so understatedly beautiful. A poignant read and Incredibly thought provoking.
A really rich group of characters, and some take centre stage more than others. A great use of change in location too, bringing a different dynamic.
A real search for identity, exploring family personalities and situations. I love to see the physical and metaphorical journey that Kavya goes on as she questions things and sees things from various points of view. I love the enigmatic S-san also.
The prose is stunning.
Out tomorrow