Hundred Names of Darkness  (English, Hardcover, Roy Nilanjana)

The Hundred Names of Darkness is a sequel to the critically acclaimed novel, The Wildings. The story revolves around cats who live in Nizamuddin, a Delhi neighbourhood. With a number of fictional characters who make the plot even more gripping, the book is a fun read.

Summary of the Book

The unforgettable cats of Nizamuddin have made their way back into the neighbourhood after their battle with the the feral cats. But now it’s time for them to battle the winters when food will be scarce, an army of predators will invade and of course the unbearable cold.

With the help of various characters will these cats Mara, Southpaw, Katar, Hulo and Beraal be able to survive and protect themselves from danger? The Hundred Names of Darkness is indeed the story of majestic and marvelous cats of the Delhi neighbourhood, Nizamuddin.

About Nilanjana Roy

Nilanjana Roy is an Indian author and journalist. She is also a literary critic. Roy has authored books like The Wildings and A Matter of Taste: The Penguin Book of Indian Writing on Food.