{"product_id":"it-has-no-name","title":"It Has No Name","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt has no Name\u003c\/strong\u003e by Payal Dhar is a coming-of-age novel that follows the journey of Sami, a gay teenager returning to a town marked by painful memories. Set in contemporary India, the story explores identity, friendship, belonging and self-acceptance as Sami navigates a new school, revisits old wounds and gradually builds a support system that helps her face an uncertain future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBalancing moments of humour, vulnerability and hope, the novel examines the challenges of growing up while questioning expectations around gender, sexuality and acceptance. Through Sami's experiences, it offers a thoughtful portrayal of adolescence, resilience and the search for a place where one can truly belong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Book\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter moving back to Chandnisarai with her mother, Sami expects to relive the bullying that once made the town unbearable. Instead, she discovers a school that is more accepting than she anticipated and forms meaningful friendships with classmates including Laila, Murad and Vidhi, while also finding companionship through an online friendship with the mysterious Gaybe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs Sami begins to settle into her new life through school, cricket and newfound friendships, memories from the past begin to resurface. The story explores how difficult choices, personal history and questions of identity shape her relationships and her understanding of herself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Discover\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA coming-of-age story set in contemporary India.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe experiences of a gay teenager navigating identity and belonging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe importance of friendship and supportive relationships.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe impact of bullying, memory and personal growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe role of school, cricket and online connections in Sami's life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThemes of acceptance, resilience and self-discovery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReaders of young adult fiction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFans of coming-of-age stories.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReaders interested in LGBTQ+ fiction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThose who enjoy contemporary character-driven novels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love This Book\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt has no Name\u003c\/strong\u003e is a thoughtful coming-of-age novel that explores identity, friendship and the courage to embrace oneself. Payal Dhar's engaging storytelling presents a compassionate and relatable portrait of growing up, making it a meaningful read for fans of contemporary young adult fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Payal Dhar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54534096584979,"sku":"BY36.298","price":470.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/booksandyou.in\/products\/it-has-no-name","provider":"Books and You","version":"1.0","type":"link"}