The House That Spoke

The book features fourteen-year-old Zoon Razdan, who possesses a rare, magical bond with her home. She must step up as a guardian when an ancient dark shadow threatens her homeland. It handles themes of courage, family legacy, and cultural identity.

Zuni Chopra is an Indian author who wrote and published this debut fantasy novel as a teenager. She is the daughter of prominent filmmaker Vidhu Vinod Chopra and film critic Anupama Chopra. She is widely praised for her highly immersive, character-driven writing and imaginative storytelling

Fourteen-year-old Zoon Razdan lives in a unique house in Kashmir where she can converse with everyday items like armchairs, fireplaces, books, and portraits. Unknown to her, the house safely locks away a dark, malevolent energy unleashed by a past owner. When this terrible force of darkness returns stronger than ever to threaten the valley, Zoon must embrace her destiny as the true Guardian of the house. Supported by her family, her supernatural household entities, and her six dogs, she learns to look past her fears to fight for her home