A Melody in Mysore (Series: Songs of Freedom)
Shruthi Rao
Mysore, 1932
The rest of India is ablaze with the fervour of the freedom movement, but Mysore remains tranquil under the maharaja’s benevolent rule. For twelve-year-old Leela, the movement feels distant, just words in the pages of newspapers—until Malathi Akka moves into her neighbourhood, bringing with her thrilling ideas, new perspectives, and . . . a gramophone!
As Leela gets swept up by the winds of change, it dawns on her that participation in the freedom struggle can take on forms she hasn’t even imagined . . .
The Songs of Freedom series explores the lives of children across India during the struggle for independence.
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Amazon US (Both ebook and paperback)
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Silverfish Books and Geetha Book House, Mysuru
Sapna Book House (All locations)
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REVIEWS
The Hindu: Why children in India should read historical fiction series ‘Songs of Freedom’
Times Now: 12 Essential Books for Young Minds on India’s Fight for Freedom
Storizen: 10 Books to Read on India’s 77th Independence Day
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The Hindu Young World: Magic in Mysore:
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Hindustan Times: Penguin Booklist (Sep 13 2024)
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