Seahorse

Janice Pariat’s “Seahorse” takes readers on a captivating journey through the life of Nem, an English literature student at Delhi University. Amidst the haze of weed-filled parties and the complexities of campus life, Nem’s path crosses with an art historian, leading him into a world of pleasure and artistic exploration that forever alters his existence. However, everything changes when his mentor mysteriously disappears, leaving Nem adrift.

Years later, cocooned in South Delhi, Nem immerses himself in writing for a fashionable cultural journal. But when he receives a fellowship to London, a cryptic note propels him on a quest to find the missing art historian, unraveling a deeper exploration of his own past and personal reckoning.

Drawing inspiration from the myth of Poseidon and Pelops, Seahorse transcends the boundaries of a simple coming-of-age tale, transforming it into an epic saga of loss, love, and the transformative power of healing. Janice Pariat weaves a mesmerizing narrative that navigates the intricacies of Nem’s journey, blurring the lines between myth and reality, and delving into profound themes of self-discovery and redemption.