Blue-Skinned Gods: A boy born with blue skin believes he can perform miracles... the truth is much darker

By: Sj Sindu

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Synopsis: In Tamil Nadu, India, a boy named Kalki, born with blue skin, believes he is the Hindu god Vishnu and that he can perform miracles. The truth, though, is much darker.As Kalki struggles to extract himself from under his father’s thumb, he must also reconcile with the idea that everything he’s ever been told might not be true. When his father drags him on a tour to America, Kalki seizes his chance to explore what life as an ordinary man might be like.Pulled between India and America, and his father’s web of control, Kalki must find his true place in the world.'The richness of this story will take hold of you and never let go.'Roxane Gay'These pages left me with the best case of culture shock, and in awe over Sindu’s storytelling talent.'Devin Murphy'A memorable and vivid coming-of-age story.'Elise Hooper'Stunning'Kristen Arnett'An instant classic'Nick White'Exquisite'Patrick Cottrell'Profound'Tessa Fontaine

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