Saraswati

Gurnaik Johal's debut novel intertwines the discovery of a mythical river in northern India with the personal histories of six distant relatives, revealing how the past and present are deeply connected. Set against a backdrop of Hindu nationalist pride and societal change, the story explores themes of love, loss, and identity across generations and borders. Praised for its ambition and storytelling, the novel has garnered critical acclaim and several prestigious nominations.