{"title":"SJ Sindu","description":"\u003cp\u003eSJ Sindu is an acclaimed author known for weaving compelling narratives that delve into the intricacies of identity, culture, and personal transformation. With a distinctive voice, Sindu has made a significant impact in the realm of contemporary fiction, skilfully exploring themes that resonate with a diverse readership.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout works by SJ Sindu is \u003cem\u003eBlue-Skinned Gods\u003c\/em\u003e. This novel is a poignant exploration of faith, family, and the search for belonging. It invites readers into a world where mythology and reality intertwine, offering a rich tapestry of characters and emotions. Set in India, the story challenges convention and ignites introspection, making it a must-read for those who appreciate evocative storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSindu's writing is celebrated for its ability to cross cultural borders while maintaining a deep, personal connection with the reader. These narratives are not just tales, but experiences that linger long after the final page is turned, making Sindu's work an essential addition to any collection of general fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"blue-skinned-gods-by-sj-sindu-9781789559057","title":"Blue-Skinned Gods","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Tamil Nadu, India, a boy is born with blue skin. His father sets up an ashram, and the family makes a living off the pilgrims who seek the child's blessings and miracles, believing young Kalki to be the tenth human incarnation of the Hindu god Vishnu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKalki is confronted with three trials in his tenth year—tests of his power that will prove his divine status and, his father tells him, spread his fame worldwide. Over the next decade, as the story of his family unravels, his relationship with everyone—his dominating father, his beloved cousin, his cancer-stricken aunt, and the young woman he imagines he will marry—threatens to fall apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt once a personal tale of youthful searching and a magisterial, continent-spanning tour-de-force, \u003cem\u003eBlue-Skinned Gods\u003c\/em\u003e is unwaveringly honest and heartbreaking. It is a powerful novel told through the eyes of a wonderfully winning and idiosyncratic protagonist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46711006232812,"sku":"9781789559057","price":49.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/4033823482825.jpg?v=1754175681"},{"product_id":"blue-skinned-gods-by-sj-sindu-9781915054326","title":"Blue-Skinned Gods","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn Tamil Nadu, India, a boy named Kalki is born with blue skin. He believes that he is the Hindu god Vishnu and that he can perform miracles. 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Sindu masterfully renders how our environments bake into our skin\"\u003c\/strong\u003e - \u003cem\u003eThe New York Times\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"The richness of this story will take hold of you and never let go\"\u003c\/strong\u003e - Roxane Gay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"Marvelous\"\u003c\/strong\u003e - Devin Murphy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"A memorable and vivid coming-of-age story\"\u003c\/strong\u003e - Elise Hooper\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"Stunning\"\u003c\/strong\u003e - Kristen Arnett\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"An instant classic\"\u003c\/strong\u003e - Nick White\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"Exquisite\"\u003c\/strong\u003e - Patrick Cottrell\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"Profound\"\u003c\/strong\u003e - Tessa Fontaine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"One of the most original and beautiful novels I've read in a long time\"\u003c\/strong\u003e - Brandon Hobson\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccolades:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eShortlisted for the 2022 Lammy Award in Bisexual Fiction\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAn Autostraddle Best Queer Book of the Year\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAn ABA Indie Next Pick for November 2021\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAn AudioFile Earphones Award Winner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46997942436076,"sku":"9781915054326","price":32.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/23211753482869.jpg?v=1763199599"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/sj-sindu.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}