{"title":"Sunny Singh","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our curated collection of works by the acclaimed author Sunny Singh, a voice that weaves together threads of diverse genres with finesse and depth. Singh's writing delves into the complexity of life, culture, and the human spirit, earning her a cherished spot in contemporary literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA Bollywood State of Mind\u003c\/em\u003e takes readers on an insightful journey through India's famous film industry, offering a fresh perspective on how Bollywood shapes cultural identities and reflections across the globe. This exploration is perfect for those eager to understand the interplay between arts and culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eHotel Arcadia\u003c\/em\u003e, Sunny Singh crafts a gripping narrative that effortlessly straddles the line between crime and thriller. It is set against the backdrop of a lavish hotel under siege and brings forward themes of love, survival, and human connection amidst chaos. This book captivates with its intensity and emotion, perfect for thriller enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRefuge: Stories of War (and Love)\u003c\/em\u003e showcases Singh's ability to portray the intertwined tales of conflict and affection. This collection of stories expertly captures the resilience and vulnerability of individuals affected by war, offering a poignant exploration of humanity imbued with both heartbreak and hope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSunny Singh's novels are a gateway to understanding the nuances of different human experiences, characterised by her sharp storytelling and empathetic prose. Whether you are drawn to arts and culture or captivated by thrilling narratives, Singh offers something for every reader.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"refuge-stories-of-war-and-love-by-sunny-singh-9781804442302","title":"Refuge: Stories of War (and Love)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSuperb. An incandescent, charged and propulsive work. I inhaled this collection. It's a testament to Sunny Singh's considerable talents as a writer.\u003c\/b\u003e — Irenosen Okojie\n\n\u003cp\u003eNur and Abid relearn to love after they escape from war. Marie, who keeps the women of the village from giving birth to children borne of war, finds herself in a situation she hasn't faced before. In a London park, an ageing MI-6 official discovers that the woman he meets every day may not be what she seems. Lyndsey's bouquets of twenty-seven tulips hold the secret of her dark past and a soldier adorns herself in jewels as she prepares for a final mission.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSpanning both decades and continents, \u003ci\u003eRefuge\u003c\/i\u003e turns its lens on those who are often overlooked in stories about war: women and children, civilians forced out of their homes in terror, those who wait for their brave soldiers to come home, and soldiers who commit unspeakable violence. 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Unfortunately, she has chosen the exact moment terrorists attack the hotel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAbhi, the hotel manager, begs her to stay quiet and stay put. Abhi has never wanted to be a hero; a disappointment to his army father and brother. He thought he'd come to a safe haven at the hotel, a place where he could be himself. Now stuck inside the sealed-off manager's office in the middle of a terrorist attack, he is desperately trying to keep those still alive safe. His lover Dieter is amongst the hostages in the bar, and the photographer Sam, refusing to stay in her room, is roaming through the hotel taking pictures, potentially coming face to face with the terrorists at any moment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA small child, Billy, is found alive under the bodies of his dead parents, and Abhi has to persuade the non-maternal Sam to bring him back to her room. He's hurt, and Sam has no clue how to look after a child.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs the tension mounts and more people are killed, the bond between Sam and Abhi, and between Sam and Billy, grows. 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They learned about India and the world, determined their enemies and friends, and chose their moralities thanks to films.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eA Bollywood State of Mind\u003c\/i\u003e is a personal, intellectual, and emotional journey which crosses five continents and 50 years of modern Indian history and cinema and explores why Bollywood means so much to so many across the globe. Sunny describes how this exceptional cinema retains its hold on the national imagination, how Bollywood has enhanced India's global standing in the 21st century, and how its characteristics endure despite the social and political changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47340614549740,"sku":"9781804440766","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/12421963482830.jpg?v=1772160363"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/sunny-singh.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}