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Aarti & the Blue Gods by acclaimed author Jasbinder Bilan invites you to embark on a spellbinding journey filled with magic and adventure. Known for her Costa Award-winning works like Asha & the Spirit Bird, Bilan delivers another mesmerizing tale that captivates readers of all ages.
This enchanting novel unfolds the story of young Aarti, who has spent her life on a secluded island with her unpredictable Aunt. Aarti finds comfort in a book of Indian myths, a loyal fox companion, and a mysterious toy rabbit she discovers in a locked chamber. Her tranquil existence takes a thrilling turn when she uncovers her Aunt's web of deception and a half-drowned boy washes ashore, sparking a quest to unravel her true identity.
Set against the evocative backdrop of a remote Scottish island, Aarti & the Blue Gods beautifully explores profound themes of:
This book has garnered critical acclaim, with The Times describing it as "a magical stormy adventure," and The Guardian praising it as "a gem for readers of eight-plus." Fellow authors like Nizrana Farook and Zillah Bethell commend the addictive narrative and beautiful weaving of myth and magic.
Prepare to be enthralled by this exceptional work from one of the most exciting voices in middle-grade fiction—Aarti & the Blue Gods is not to be missed!
ISBN: | 9781913322595 |
Author: | Jasbinder Bilan |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Chicken House Ltd |
Publisher: | Chicken House Ltd |
Dimensions: | 132 x 198 x 20 mm |
Publication Date: | 02 September, 2021 |
Pagination: | 256 pages |
Weight: | 178g |
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’