{"product_id":"red-river-a-novel-hardcover","title":"Red River : A novel | Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRed River: A Novel\u003c\/strong\u003e by Somnath Batabyal is a literary novel that follows the intertwined lives of three boys growing up in Assam during the 1980s. Against a backdrop of social unrest and deepening divisions, the story examines how friendship, identity and personal choices are shaped by violence, prejudice and the lingering weight of the past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRichly rooted in the borderlands of Assam, the novel explores themes of masculinity, belonging and reconciliation. Through an emotionally layered narrative, it considers how individuals respond differently to conflict and asks whether healing and redemption are possible after years of trauma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Book\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe novel centres on Rana, Rizu and Samar, whose lives unfold amid an atmosphere marked by fear, xenophobia and political violence. As each follows a different path, their experiences reveal contrasting responses to the pressures of their time and place, creating a nuanced portrait of friendship and growing up in a fractured society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBlending personal relationships with larger questions of identity and history, \u003cstrong\u003eRed River: A Novel\u003c\/strong\u003e explores the lasting impact of conflict on individuals and communities. It reflects on memory, loss and the possibility of reconciliation while remaining firmly grounded in the distinctive landscape and history of Assam.\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 Assam during the 1980s.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe intertwined lives of Rana, Rizu and Samar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe impact of xenophobia and violence on friendships and identity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplorations of masculinity, belonging and personal choice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThemes of trauma, redemption and reconciliation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA narrative rooted in the social and geographical landscape of Assam.\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 coming-of-age novels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReaders interested in stories set in Assam and India's border regions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThose who enjoy character-driven novels exploring identity and history.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love This Book\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRed River: A Novel\u003c\/strong\u003e combines an intimate coming-of-age story with thoughtful reflections on conflict, identity and human resilience. Through its memorable characters and evocative setting, it offers a compelling exploration of the enduring effects of the past and the search for hope and reconciliation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Somnath Batabyal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54534098813203,"sku":"BY36.320","price":650.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/booksandyou.in\/products\/red-river-a-novel-hardcover","provider":"Books and You","version":"1.0","type":"link"}