Into the Wise Dark
Thea: Into the Wise Dark is the first book I’ve had the pleasure of reading from author Neesha Meminger, though she has been a Book Smuggler staple ever since Ana discovered (and fell in love with) her two prior novels, Shine Coconut Moon and Jazz in Love. Since I’m more of a SFF gal and not so much of a contemporary YA gal, Into the Wise Dark was FINALLY my chance to try Neesha Meminger’s work – and for that, I am very glad. I truly enjoyed the premise of the book, the fantasy elements, the (effortless) diversity of the characters, and setting. While there were some writing issues along the way and some dichotomous characterizations, Into the Wise Dark is a solid urban fantasy novel with a unique twist.
Ana: I was both excited and wary about reading Into the Wise Dark. “Excited” because having loved Neesha Meminger’s previous books so much, I expected nothing less than a good read. “Wary” because this was her first foray into Fantasy and I wondered how this shift from ContempYA to Fantasy would go down. Well, I am pleased to say that it worked really well with a great Fantasy premise, truly great character interaction and an aw
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Author Neesha Meminger's debut work is Shine, Coconut Moon, an important and interesting young adult novel about the many complexities of family, identity, and living between two cultures.
I've asked Neesha some questions to get to know more about her and her work. Thank you, Neesha, for answering my questions. And thank you very much for Shine, Coconut Moon- my wonderful gateway to learning about Indians, Indian Americans, and Sikhism!
Can you please tell us a bit about your South Asian heritage?
I was born in Punjab, India and we moved to Canada when I was five. I have been in the west since. My parents didn't speak a word of English, so we spoke only Punjabi at home, and only English at school. I think it took me a while to figure out both, but it's where my fascination with the rhythms of language, the importance of word choice, and the power of the word took root.
Growing up, were you more like your Shine, Coconut Moon character Sharan (rebelling against South Asian traditions) or more like her teen daughter Samar (seeking to learn more about South Asian traditions)?
I was both. I absolutely reb
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Neesha Meminger was born in Punjab, India, grew up in Toronto, Canada, and currently lives in New York City. Her debut novel, SHINE, COCONUT MOON, was listed as a Smithsonian Notable Book for Children and made the New York Public Library's Top Books for Teens - Stuff For the Teen Age list. JAZZ IN LOVE, Neesha's second novel for young adults, released to rave reviews from online bloggers and industry professionals. It was picked as a top YA selection by the Pennsylvania School Librarians' Association and was selected for Bookslut's Recommended Summer Reading List. INTO THE WISE DARK, a time-travel fantasy featuring a cast of multicultural female characters, is Neesha's third novel for young adults and has met with resounding commercial Neesha Meminger was born in Punjab, India, grew up in Toronto, Canada, and currently lives in New York City. Her debut novel, SHINE, COCONUT MOON, was listed as a Smithsonian Notable Book for Children and made the New York Public Library's Top Books for Teens - Stuff For the Teen A
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