Polar Vortex

In "Polar Vortex," a finalist for the 2020 Scotiabank Giller Prize, Priya and Alexandra relocate to a serene countryside town, but Priya’s past quickly catches up to her. As old tensions arise with the unexpected return of Prakash, a former friend with whom she shares a complicated history, Priya’s decision to invite him for a visit strains her relationship with Alex. This gripping narrative explores themes of secrets, deception, and the haunting nature of the past, questioning whether we can truly escape our histories or deserve redemption.