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Number of Pages
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Language
English
Book Summary
This Gothic fiction novel blends elements of adult romance and supernatural mystery to follow a scarred woman who seeks refuge in a remote house at the Himalayan foothills. Its central themes are trauma, memory, and the possibility of healing through confronting the past. Itโs written for adult readers who appreciate atmospheric, character-driven narratives with psychological depth, and the emotional tone is haunting, intimate, and transformative.
The story is story-led and mood-forward, weaving between the present and echoes of previous eras as the long-abandoned house awakens with voices and visions. A quiet, enigmatic servant keeps watch as the protagonist learns to navigate a world she no longer trusts, gradually stepping into a dimension where memory speaks and guides rather than haunts.
Within the walls, a gallery of spirits emergesโthe vain Captain and his sensuous mistress, doomed lovers, and a scholar of hidden knowledgeโeach presence challenging and illuminating her path. The resident ghost breaks a century of silence, offering words that steer her back toward herself. The experience blends trauma, longing, and revelation with lyrical, tactile prose that lingers long after the final sentence.
Readers finish with a resonant sense of resilience amid mystery, a deeper understanding of how memory shapes identity, and a lingering impression of beauty found within darkness. It offers a contemplative, spine-tingling exploration of healing, memory, and the strange companionship of unseen voices that guide us back to ourselves.
Product Details
Author
Namita Gokhale
Publisher
Penguin Random House
Number of Pages
240
Language
English
SKU
9780140282115
ISBN
9780140282115
Reading Age
All
Dimensions
20x14x4cm
Binding
Hardback
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Namita Gokhale is an Indian author and publisher known for fiction and essays that explore womenโs lives, identity, and culture. Her work blends tradition with contemporary perspectives. The authorโs work continues to be widely read and appreciated for its originality, clarity, and lasting impact across diverse audiences. The authorโs work continues to be widely read and appreciated for its originality, clarity, and lasting impact across diverse audiences.