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A Guardian and a Thief

Pages
224
Published
2025
Language
English

Synopsis

In a near-future Kolkata teetering on the brink of collapse, two families are caught in a desperate struggle for survival. Ma races against time and dwindling resources to recover stolen documents vital for her family's escape to America, while Boomba, driven by the need to provide for his own family, commits a crime with unforeseen consequences. This novel explores the fierce love and unwavering hope that push parents to extreme measures to protect their children's future.

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Characters

General MaProtagonist
BoombaProtagonist
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Awards

  • Andrew Carnegie Medal2026
  • Kirkus Prize2025
  • Libby Award2026
  • National Book Award Finalist2025