The Magic of the Lost Story

In this sequel to The Magic of the Lost Temple, Sudha Murty's young protagonist Nooni returns to her grandparents' village of Somanahalli after more than a year of pandemic lockdown, eager to finally step outside again. What starts as an ordinary visit turns into another adventure when Nooni stumbles on a missing piece of her own family's history, and sets out - with her trademark curiosity - to recover it. Set against the backdrop of the Tungabhadra river and packed with warm illustrations, the book gently encourages young readers to keep asking questions and to value the stories and traditions that connect them to their families. A lovely follow-up for readers aged nine and up who enjoyed the first Nooni adventure, and a fine standalone read for anyone who loves gentle, curiosity-driven Indian storytelling.