A power-hungry geneticist husband (Shivam), a pregnant wife (Mahika) talking to her unborn child, while she does her daily chores, gives the picture of a perfect family. But what happens when Mahika accidentally discovers the insanities and iniquitous practices of her genius husband and starts talking about her abusive marriage to her unborn child? In this gripping novel, I Hear You, author Nidhi Upadhyay pushes the envelope further in the realm of genetic engineering, spirituality, and the complex web of human relationships. And if you thought that’s all, wait till you discover how Mahika’s six-month-old foetus (Rudra) starts responding to her in I Hear You.
From the very first page to the last, the readers will have their index finger and thumb glued to Upadhyay’s edgy novel. It is full of surprising twists and turns. The author’s writing style is simple, but the imagery and characters in I Hear You are laser sharp. The tightly-knit plot, story, and suspense keep you on the edge of your chair till the end.
Shivam is obsessed with creating a genetically perfect foetus while Mahika is focused on having a healthy baby irrespective of its gender. The couple’s marriage is on the rocks. And Mahika hopes that the baby will breathe a fresh lease of life in their troubled marriage. But life has the habit of throwing some surprises when you least expect them. Mahika has already had a couple of miscarriages. Thanks to her husband’s quest for a “perfect” baby. In this story, Rudra is the world’s first genetically tinkered foetus. Mahika saunters into the fertility clinic one day when she comes across an anonymous note that spills the beans. It rather reveals the ugly truth behind her pregnancy.
As weeks pass by, Mahika’s only solace in her life is Rudra, a sentient being, who responds to her trials and tribulations. But will Rudra with his extraordinary powers muster the courage and help Mahika flee from a toxic marriage? Well, you will need to read this jaw-dropping sci-fi psychological thriller to find out. The novel throws light on the ethics of genetic engineering and the complexities of human relationships.
I Hear You
Author: Nidhi Upadhyay
Publisher: Ebury Press
