The Magic of the Lost Story

The Magic of the Lost Story – by Sudha Murty is a children’s novel and a sequel to The Magic of the Lost Temple, following the character Nooni on a new adventure in her grandparents’ village. In this book, Nooni uncovers a missing piece of her own family’s history, emphasizing the importance of curiosity and preserving cultural heritage. The story follows Nooni, a city girl from Bangalore, who returns to her grandparents’ village of Somanahalli after a year in lockdown. Still fresh from the memories of discovering an ancient stepwell in her previous visit, she is excited for another adventure. This time, her curiosity is sparked during preparations for a family wedding and the surrounding traditions. Nooni notices the long-held custom of inviting a particular family, and when she asks for the reasons behind it, she finds that no one in the family is aware of the full history. Her quest to uncover this forgotten story leads her on a journey along the magnificent Tungabhadra River, where she learns about her family’s past and the historical significance of the region.