Following a Prayer

Following a Prayer by Sundar Sarukkai – A Story of Voice, Agency and Faith

Following a Prayer by Sundar Sarukkai is a beautiful novel about silence, belief and finding one's voice, set in a village in the Western Ghats.

One morning, a twelve-year-old girl goes missing. When she returns three days later, she has stopped speaking.

About This Book

She communicates with her parents and sister only through notes and scribbles, and her grandmother's presence provokes a strong reaction. What happened during those three days?

Full of twists that defy expectations, the novel builds towards a stunning end as it explores agency, faith and voice.

What You'll Discover

• A village in the dense hills of the Western Ghats
• A girl who returns from a three-day disappearance without speaking
• A family trying to understand her silence
• A mystery connected to her grandmother
• Questions of agency, voice and faith

Perfect For

• Readers of literary fiction with a mystery at the core
• Those who enjoy stories about family and belief
• Fans of unusual, thought-provoking novels
• Anyone drawn to quiet, atmospheric storytelling

Why You'll Love This Book

Following a Prayer is a moving, surprising novel about the power of finding one's own voice. If you enjoy fiction that keeps you guessing, Sundar Sarukkai offers an unusual and rewarding read.