The Unseen Goddess: A Powerful Tale Of Resilience
India-West News Desk
NEW DELHI – Sangeetha Shinde’s latest novel, The Unseen Goddess, is a poignant exploration of resilience, survival, and the deep-seated gender inequalities that shape women’s lives in India. Set to release on March 8—fittingly on International Women’s Day—the novel follows Madhuri, a young girl raised in the slums of Chennai, as she battles poverty, domestic violence, and societal constraints to carve out her own destiny.
Shinde, an accomplished journalist and author, has long been an advocate for women’s rights, with previous works such as The Naked Indian Woman and A Moral Murder and Other Tales from the Blue Hills tackling similar themes. The Unseen Goddess continues in this vein, shedding light on the often-overlooked struggles of women in lower socio-economic communities.
Madhuri’s journey is both harrowing and inspiring, offering readers an unflinching look at the systemic challenges faced by marginalized women. Shinde’s prose is evocative and deeply immersive, drawing readers into the harsh realities of life in the slums while also highlighting the power of resilience and hope. Her background as a journalist—having held editorial roles at The Times of India, Living Well Magazine, I Magazine, The Capital Magazine, and The Business Innovator—brings a layer of authenticity to her storytelling.
Critics have already taken note of the novel’s impact. Publishers Weekly Booklife describes it as “a powerful and evocative read that sheds light on the tenacity of the human spirit.” Kirkus Reviews calls it “an affecting portrait of poverty and resilience,” while the San Francisco Book Review commends its unfiltered depiction of social inequalities in India.
Published by Villa Magna Publishing, The Unseen Goddess will be available in paperback for $18.99 and as an e-book for $9.99. Spanning 206 pages, the novel is a compelling read for those interested in socially relevant fiction that does more than just tell a story—it challenges, informs, and inspires.
