THE GOD OF ANIMALS

Details
• ISBN: 9788184982428
• Edition: 1
• Publishing Year: JUNE 2011
• Pages: 288
• Language: Translated from ENGLISH to MARATHI
• Category: FICTION
• Publisher: Mehta Publishing House
• Binding: Paperback

The God of Animals
In her stunning debut, The God of Animals, KYLE crafts an emotionally powerful coming-of-age story that intricately captures the complexities of love, loss, and human relationships. The novel also explores the profound and often overlooked bond between horses and humans.

Set on a horse ranch in small-town Colorado, the story follows Alice Winston, a young girl whose life is marked by family struggles and personal conflicts. Her older sister runs away to marry a rodeo cowboy, leaving Alice to shoulder the weight of their family’s problems. Alice's mother is bedridden with depression, her father is distant and overworked, and their horse ranch is falling apart.

As the hottest summer in fifteen years unfolds, Alice is torn between her longing to escape her lonely, responsibility-filled life and her desire to help her father save the ranch. In an attempt to make ends meet, the Winston family boards the horses of wealthy neighbors, introducing Alice to the power and security that come with wealth. However, this new world of privilege brings with it secrets, harsh truths, and betrayals.

Through her experiences, Alice learns the darker sides of human nature—cruelty, lies, and deceit—but also discovers moments of selflessness and sacrifice. The novel is a poignant exploration of family, growing up, and the sacrifices people make for those they love. Alice and her family must confront devastating betrayal and navigate a violent series of events that will test their love and teach them the power of forgiveness.

The God of Animals is a haunting, unforgettable debut that presents a wise and insightful portrayal of the various forms of love and the often steep tolls on the journey to adulthood.