{"product_id":"9780140240658","title":"Strangers In The Night","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a literary fiction collection of two novellas that chart the growing pains of a young man in a small Indian town. Its central theme is coming of age, weaving ambition, friendships, romance, and self-discovery into a vivid portrait of youth. Aimed at adult readers and fans of classic Indian literature, the tone blends wit, warmth, and occasional stark honesty to capture both the mischief and the tenderness of growing up.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe stories are story-led, deeply character-driven, and richly atmospheric, with precise period detail and lyrical prose. Readers follow a young narrator through a sequence of escapades and distractions as he tries to establish himself as a writer while navigating early relationships and the pull of other temptations. The reading experience is engaging through intimate perspective, vivid settings, and a steady progression from lighthearted curiosity to serious self-reflection.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe second novella carries the same preoccupation with maturation but in a deeper, more intense register—grappling with desire, consequence, and self-acceptance in a manner that is gripping and intimate. Together, the two journeys offer a cohesive exploration of what it means to grow up, face personal limits, and find a path toward adulthood.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eTwo novella-length journeys of coming of age, exploring ambition, friendship, romance, and self-definition\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eVivid setting and period details that ground the emotional arc\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eElegant, reflective prose with lyrical description and accessible storytelling\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGradual tonal shift from playful escapades to deeper self-awareness\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDelicate handling of mature themes, including desire and personal growth, with nuance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eReading this collection offers a lasting impression: a nuanced perspective on youth and maturity, a reinforced empathy for characters navigating choices, and a taste for literary storytelling that lingers after the final page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Crossword.in","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48540382593241,"sku":"9780140240658","price":199.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/3066\/9017\/files\/71oftNF5RYL._SL1500.jpg?v=1776675677","url":"https:\/\/www.crossword.in\/products\/9780140240658","provider":"Crossword.in ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}