{"title":"Krystal A. Sital","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our curated collection of works by the distinguished author, \u003cem\u003eKrystal A. Sital\u003c\/em\u003e. As a compelling voice in the \u003cstrong\u003eBiography \u0026amp; Memoir\u003c\/strong\u003e genre, Sital has captivated readers with her unique storytelling and insightful narratives. Her writing delves into themes of family, heritage, and the complexities of cultural identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne standout work in this collection is \u003cem\u003eSecrets We Kept\u003c\/em\u003e, a poignant memoir that offers a deep exploration of her family's turbulent history in Trinidad and Tobago. Through this work, Sital provides a powerful examination of generational secrets, resilience, and the quest for understanding one's roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKrystal A. Sital's work is notable for its emotional depth, compelling prose, and its ability to resonate with readers seeking authentic and heartfelt stories. Her memoir not only unlocks personal histories but also reflects universal themes of love, loss, and the enduring strength of familial bonds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDelve into Sital's writings to explore her intricate narratives that will leave you both enlightened and moved. Whether you are a seasoned fan or discovering her voice for the first time, you will find her books to be a richly rewarding journey.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"secrets-we-kept-by-krystal-a-sital-9780393609264","title":"Secrets We Kept","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere, in a lush landscape of fire-petaled immortelle trees and vast plantations of coffee and cocoa, where the three hills along the southern coast act as guardians against hurricanes, Krystal A. Sital grew up idolising her grandfather, a wealthy Hindu landowner. Years later, to escape crime and economic stagnation on the island, the family resettled in New Jersey, where Krystal's mother works as a nanny, and the warmth of Trinidad seems a pretty yet distant memory. But when her grandfather lapses into a coma after a fall at home, the women he has terrorised for decades begin to speak, and a brutal past comes to light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the lyrical patois of her mother and grandmother, Krystal learns the long-held secrets of their family's past, and what it took for her foremothers to survive and find strength in themselves. The relief of sharing their stories draws the three women closer, the music of their voices and care for one another easing the pain of memory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eViolence, a rigid ethnic and racial caste system, and a tolerance of domestic abuse—the harsh legacies of plantation slavery—permeate the history of Trinidad. On the island's plantations, in its growing cities, and in the family's new home in America, \u003cem\u003eSecrets We Kept\u003c\/em\u003e tells a story of ambition and cruelty, endurance and love, and most of all, the bonds among women and between generations that help them find peace with the past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46855831945452,"sku":"9780393609264","price":49.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/3173523482328.jpg?v=1759280294"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/krystal-a-sital.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}