Book Details

• Author: Pratima Srivastava

• Publisher: Niyogi Books

• Language: English

• Edition: First Edition

• ISBN: 9789385285745

• Pages: 300

• Binding: Hardcover

• Dimensions: 8.7 x 5.8 x 0.9 inches

• Release Date: 30-05-2017

About The Book

The Driftwood by Pratima Srivastava is a compelling and deeply sensitive exploration of loss, rebellion, and the complex emotions that shape the human experience. The novel follows Udit, a young man whose life is turned upside down by a single moment of rage that sets him on a path of self-doubt and turmoil. What begins as a rebellious escape soon becomes a journey into an ocean of uncertainty, where Udit finds himself adrift, with no anchor to guide him. Convinced that he will remain lost in the currents of life, everything changes when an unexpected person enters his life.

The story weaves together Udit's personal crisis with the struggles of the Joshi family, who quietly endure their own grief while carrying on with the mundane tasks of daily life. Alongside, we also follow the story of their neighbors, Dr. Arvind and his wife Yashoda, who are faced with the challenges of an empty nest and the emotional abandonment of their son. What they discover along the way is both heartbreaking and redemptive—a stark contrast between selfishness and the unexpected kindness of a stranger.

Through its simple yet gripping narrative, The Driftwood captures the delicate balance of everyday life, offering readers a glimpse into the emotional upheavals that shape relationships, choices, and destiny. This evocative tale of trauma, healing, and self-discovery is bound to keep you hooked from start to finish.