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With a plot woven with intrigue and introspection, this novel offers a deep dive into the complexities of human behaviour and societal expectations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOne Small Voice\u003c\/em\u003e continues Bhattacharya's tradition of thought-provoking fiction, delving into the nuances of individual experiences amidst broader social landscapes. The novel captures the subtle interplay between personal aspirations and communal pressures, making it a must-read for fans of contemporary fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBhattacharya's works are celebrated for their ability to capture the multifaceted nature of human existence, making them invaluable additions to any reader's bookshelf. Whether you're new to his writing or a long-time admirer, this collection offers a captivating journey through the mind of an insightful author.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"deviants-by-santanu-bhattacharya-9780241707234","title":"Deviants","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA bold and electrifying story of a family in which three generations of gay men in India fight for love and dignity against the currents of their times, from the critically acclaimed author of \u003cem\u003eOne Small Voice\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVivaan, a teenager in India's silicon plateau, has discovered love on his smartphone. Intoxicating, boundary-breaking love. His parents know he is gay, and their support is something Vivaan can count on, but they don't know what exactly their son gets up to in the online world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor his uncle, born thirty years earlier, things were very different. 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The country is ablaze with riots. In Lucknow, ten-year-old Shubhankar witnesses a terrible act of mob violence that will alter the course of his life—one to which his family turn a blind eye.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs he approaches adulthood, Shabby focuses on the only path he believes will buy him an escape: good school, good degree, good job, good car. But when he arrives in Mumbai in his twenties, he begins to question whether there might be other roads he could choose. His new friends, Syed and Shruti, are asking the same questions—together, buoyed by the freedom of the big city, they are rewriting their stories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut as the rising tide of nationalism sweeps across the country, and their friendship becomes the rock they all cling to, this new life suddenly seems fragile. 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