1] chapter 03
...a sizzling sound filled the air as she poured a thick batter over it and swirled it in concentric circles.
-- refers to the common breakfast found in all South Indian homes - the dosa.
2] chapter 05
...to someone inside the house, wrapping his towel around her hand.
-- refers to the cloth most South Indian men tie around their waists in addition to their attire.
...devi
-- the general term to refer to a goddess. Also used to refer to women as a form of respect.
...Lokaloka
-- originates from Hindu mythology and is an enormous mountain belt believed to divide the line between the world as we know it and the dark void of nothingness.
...Dhanvantari
-- the Hindu god of medicine.
3] chapter 06
...sari
-- the traditional attire of many women in India.
...Viropana
-- the Sanskrit word for healing.
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To Kill A God
General FictionThe door opens into a musty room, as though the windows had never been opened once. The lady always said it was to intimidate whoever came in. But the girl wasn't. No, she couldn't be. The lady places a steaming cup in front of her. She glares at th...
