A review by serendipitysbooks
Blue-Skinned Gods by SJ Sindu

challenging emotional reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

 Blue Skinned Gods is a unique coming of age story. We first meet Kalki when he is 10. He has blue skin and is believed to the tenth human incarnation of the Hindu god Vishnu. He lives with his family in an ashram, where his father manages his day of learning, healing sessions and religious ceremonies. I was utterly absorbed by the portrayal of Kalki as a young boy and teen trying to live up to his destiny before slowly questioning, then realising the truth. The latter section in New York worked less well for me. The portrayal of domestic abuse and parental exploitation of children was sadly universal despite its unique specifics. This book provides much food for thought about the power and dangers of belief.


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