Djinn patrol on the purple line

a novel
Book • 2020
Djinn Patrol on the Purple Line is a debut novel that follows nine-year-old Jai and his friends Pari and Faiz as they investigate the disappearance of a classmate in their impoverished slum.

The story blends elements of mystery, satire, and coming-of-age themes, highlighting the harsh realities of life in Indian slums.

Anappara's vivid narrative brings to light the struggles of marginalized communities and the indifference of authorities.

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's debut novel, praised by the New York Times.
Letters To A Writer Of Colour, with Deepa Anappara And Taymour Soomro

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