{"product_id":"when-the-world-went-dark-by-jane-de-suza","title":"When the World Went Dark by Jane De Suza","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"166\" data-end=\"185\" class=\"\"\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"26\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eWhen the World Went Dark\u003c\/em\u003e by Jane De Suza is a heartfelt middle-grade novel that delves into themes of grief, resilience, and the power of imagination during challenging times.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] bg-[#FCECC1] dark:bg-[#64572A] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eSet against the backdrop of the COVID-19 lockdown in India, the story follows Swara, an almost-nine-year-old girl who grapples with the loss of her beloved grandmother, Pitter Paati.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"187\" data-end=\"420\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eSwara's world is turned upside down when her grandmother passes away during the pandemic.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eUnable to accept the loss, Swara embarks on a quest to find Pitter Paati, believing that her grandmother is sending her clues from beyond.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eAlong the way, Swara uncovers a crime involving a neighboring sari shop, leading her and her friends to form a detective squad to solve the mystery.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThe narrative skillfully intertwines elements of humor and suspense, offering young readers a compassionate exploration of loss and the importance of finding light in dark times.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"427\" data-end=\"450\" class=\"\"\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"452\" data-end=\"737\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJane De Suza\u003c\/strong\u003e is an Indian author known for her engaging children's books that often blend humor with meaningful themes.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eHer notable works include the \u003cem data-start=\"30\" data-end=\"41\"\u003eSuperZero\u003c\/em\u003e series, \u003cem data-start=\"50\" data-end=\"58\"\u003eUncool\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"60\" data-end=\"81\"\u003eHappily Never After\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem data-start=\"87\" data-end=\"114\"\u003eThe Spy Who Lost Her Head\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eIn addition to her writing, De Suza has contributed to publications like \u003cem data-start=\"73\" data-end=\"84\"\u003eThe Hindu\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem data-start=\"89\" data-end=\"108\"\u003eGood Housekeeping\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eShe holds a management degree and has worked as a creative director.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eCurrently, she resides in Singapore with her family.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Best Of Used Books","offers":[{"title":"Refurbished","offer_id":46254908375297,"sku":"340QGVAWX-Refurbished","price":99.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0421\/4299\/0495\/files\/djdj.jpg?v=1745827089","url":"https:\/\/bestofusedbooks.com\/products\/when-the-world-went-dark-by-jane-de-suza","provider":"Best Of Used Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}