a short and unashamedly biased list of Indian fiction
Discover an unashamedly biased, short list of India's best fiction, featuring A Suitable Boy, Midnight's Children, and A Fine Balance. A curated, opinionated guide to essential Indian books, perfect for literary explorers seeking standout novels from Rushdie, Seth, and more.
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Midnight's Children
by Salman Rushdie
The story of Saleem Sinal, born precisely at midnight, August 15, 1947, the moment India became independent. Saleem's life parallels the history of his nation.
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A Suitable Boy
by Vikram Seth
Tells the story of four large extended families in 1950s India against the political and religious upheavals of the time.
