These books also made it to the top list to be shortlisted for the award. All brilliant.
Western Lane, by Chetana Maroo
The debut novel by the British author, portrays an immersive account of the struggle of Gopi a teenage girls. Gopi is thrust into the competitive sport of squash by her father, soon after the death of her mother, at the age of eleven.
If I Survive You, by Jonathan Escoffery
A thrilling novel, that breathes style and barbe humor, while unravelling what it means to survive between culture, home and pay check. The author shows his indepth knowledge of life and its variation in Americal society.
Study for Obedience, by Sarah Bernstein
Story of a young woman who having moved to the country side to look after her brothers kids, is faced with series of mystery events in the house and the country folks. The book showcases the dynamics of human interaction, the tussle between how much power and obedience one should exert, when one is faced with encounters in a new place and situation.
The Bee Sting, by Paul Murray
Story of Barnes family and their struggles and attempt to find out what and when it went wrong for the family.
Its a brilliant tragicomic saga by Paul Murray.
This Other Eden, by Paul Harding
It is a book inspired by true historical events. The author reimagines the history of a small mixed-race community’s devastating eviction from their homes. The story begins with a hurricane flood reminding readers of the story of Noah’s Ark, the novel ends with yet another Ark. This Other Eden
