Archive · 23 Aug 2025
Burns Boy: A Novel Examines Trauma's Impact on a Family
Imagine a boy named Guru in a hospital burn ward.
A book called 'Burns Boy' tells his story and the stories of his family.
It looks at how a single event changes everything for Guru, his mom, and his sister.
The book dives into their different experiences and feelings after the incident.
It explores how hard it is for them to find their place in the world and the lasting effects of the event on their lives.
Krupa Ge's novel, 'Burns Boy', explores the impact of a burn incident.
The story follows a 15-year-old boy, Guru, in a burns ward.
The narrative examines the varying perspectives of Guru and his family.
The book highlights the lasting effects of the incident on each family member.
The novel explores themes of solitude and the societal impact on individuals.
- Who
- The story follows Guru, his mother, and his sister.
- What
- The novel 'Burns Boy' explores the impact of a burn incident on a family.
- When
- The story is set at the time of the events.
- Where
- The story is set in a burns ward and the family's life.
- Why
- The novel examines the lasting effects of a traumatic event on individuals and family dynamics, exploring themes of solitude and societal impact.
Individual Experiences
Societal Effects
Impact of the Incident
Individual Experiences
Guru is struggling with the trauma from an accident and the implications on his life.
Societal Effects
Guru's mother, once a government servant, struggles to belong, pushing others away and facing her own hardships.
- Author
- Krupa Ge
- Novel Title
- Burns Boy
- Main Character
- Guru
- Publisher
- Westland Context
- Page Count
- 130
- Price
- Rs 499
