The Devourers
2015 novel by Indra Das / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The Devourers is a 2015 debut novel by Indian writer, artist, and editor Indra Das (aka Indrapramit Das). It takes place in Kolkata, India, where Das grew up, and is considered South Asian speculative fiction and dark fantasy, incorporating aspects of historical fiction, fantasy, and horror. It was originally published by Penguin India in 2015, followed by release in North America by Ballantine Del Rey of Penguin Random House in July 2016.[1]
Author | Indra Das |
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Cover artist | Dan Burgess |
Country | India |
Genre | Dark fantasy Speculative fiction |
Published | 2015 (India) July 2016 (U.S.) |
Publisher | Penguin India (India) Ballantine Del Rey (U.S.) |
ISBN | 978-1101967515 |
The novel features shape-shifters, more specifically werewolves,[2] and explores the concepts of love, cannibalism, and what it means to be human. It is told in a multi-layered manner, alternating between different time periods and perspectives. The author's writing has been compared to that of Neil Gaiman, Margaret Atwood, China Miéville, and David Mitchell.[3]