An unforgettable, deeply affecting debut novel, tells the story of Batuk, a precocious fifteen-year-old girl from rural India who is sold into sexual slavery by her father. As she navigates the grim realities of Mumbai’s Common Street, Batuk manages to put pen to paper, recording her private thoughts and writing fantastic tales that help her transcend her daily existence. Beautifully crafted, … existence. Beautifully crafted, surprisingly hopeful, and filled with both tragedy and humor, The Blue Notebook shows how even in the most difficult situations, people use storytelling to make sense of and give meaning to their lives.
BONUS: This edition contains a The Blue Notebook discussion guide and an excerpt from James A. Levine’s Bingo’s Run.
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I’ve always been very interested in helping children who are stolen. My mother and father explained to me that it happens everywhere and to be vigilant. This book reminded me to continue this with my granddaughters.