{"product_id":"inga","title":"Inga","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInga\u003c\/strong\u003e by Poile Sengupta is a literary novel that explores memory, family, identity and the enduring bond between two cousins. Narrated through the reflections of Rapa, the story traces her childhood in Delhi, summers spent in Kerala and her lifelong search for her cousin and closest companion, Inga. Rich in emotion and atmosphere, the novel examines how love, loss and family history shape a person's life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSpanning decades, the narrative unfolds through Rapa's published notes, revealing hidden family secrets, personal struggles and the complex relationships that defined her journey. Set against the contrasting worlds of a Tamil Brahmin household, Delhi and Kerala, the novel offers a thoughtful exploration of belonging, resilience and the lasting influence of the past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Book\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRaised in Delhi with an English education while spending her holidays in her ancestral home in Kerala, Rapa grows up navigating two very different worlds. Her closest relationship is with her cousin Inga, whose warmth and vibrant spirit leave an unforgettable impression. As the girls mature, however, their lives take difficult and unexpected paths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eForty years after Rapa's death, her husband publishes her personal notes, allowing her voice to recount her experiences of family expectations, marriage and her final meeting with Inga. Through this reflective narrative, the novel explores themes of yearning, hope, rejection, grief and the enduring power of memory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Discover\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA literary story centred on the bond between Rapa and Inga.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe contrasting settings of Delhi and Kerala.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamily secrets that influence generations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReflections on identity, memory and belonging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe impact of family, marriage and personal choices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThemes of hope, loss, resilience and emotional conflict.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReaders of literary fiction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFans of character-driven family dramas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReaders interested in novels about memory and identity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThose who enjoy emotionally layered storytelling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love This Book\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInga\u003c\/strong\u003e presents a reflective and emotionally rich narrative that examines family relationships, personal memory and the search for connection across time. Poile Sengupta's debut novel offers an insightful reading experience for those drawn to literary fiction with deeply human themes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Poile Sengupta","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54534095667475,"sku":"BY36.282","price":470.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/booksandyou.in\/products\/inga","provider":"Books and You","version":"1.0","type":"link"}