Moth

Set against the backdrop of 1940s India during the tumultuous years leading up to independence and partition, Melody Razak's debut novel follows the lives of a Brahmin family navigating political unrest and personal upheaval. Through the story of fourteen-year-old Alma and her family, the narrative explores themes of hope, resilience, and the impact of historical events on individual lives. Richly detailed and emotionally compelling, the novel offers an evocative depiction of a nation and family torn apart and seeking survival amid chaos.