About the Book: Snowed Under is a powerful contemporary literary novel that follows Ashwini Ram, an Indian immigrant in Canada, as she navigates the emotional and physical realities of breast cancer treatment. Set against the isolation of immigrant life and harsh Canadian winters, the story explores illness, mental health, family relationships, loneliness, identity, and the psychological impact of chemotherapy and recovery. Originally published in Malayalam as Manjil Oruval and translated by Radhika P. Menon, this deeply moving novel offers an intimate portrayal of resilience, vulnerability, and the human struggle to endure life-altering illness.