A Hundred Little Flames

Ayan is accustomed to city life and finds village living frustrating, especially without the comforts of the internet and modern conveniences. His relationship with his grandfather gradually changes as he encounters new perspectives, family secrets and the realities of life beyond his sheltered world.

Preeti Shenoy is a bestselling Indian author known for contemporary fiction and books exploring relationships, emotions, personal growth and everyday life. She has written numerous popular novels and has been featured at literary festivals and in major Indian media.

A Hundred Little Flames centres on Ayan and his grandfather Gopal Shanker. Sent away from his familiar urban life, Ayan initially struggles to adjust to the slower pace of a Kerala village. His experiences with Gopal and the people around him gradually challenge his assumptions about success, family, ageing and happiness. The novel explores the relationship between two generations and shows how an unexpected journey can change one's understanding of life.