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Ten Indian novels I enjoyed
The Last Jet Engine LaughThe Last Jet Engine Laugh by Rushir Joshi
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A long ride in a fast machine: postmodernism with a heart.
Red Earth and Pouring RainRed Earth and Pouring Rain by Vikram Chandra
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A tale of Imperialism, dumplings and the Undead, narrated by a monkey - what more do you want ?
The God of Small ThingsThe God of Small Things by Arundhati Roy
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Fully deserving of its Booker win - a moving tale told in a unique voice
Fasting, FeastingFasting, Feasting by Anita Desai
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Telling compare-and-contrast novel detailing the very different failings of Indian and U.S. society
Love and Longing in BombayLove and Longing in Bombay by Vikram Chandra
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A series of linked novellas - remarkably affecting, and easier to get into than "Red Earth ..."
Midnight's ChildrenMidnight's Children by Salman Rushdie
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Booker of Bookers; really needs no introduction.
All About H.Hatterr (Modern Classics)All About H.Hatterr (Modern Classics) by G.V. Desani
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I can't believe this is out of print - it's an OUTRAGE! Get hold of it if you can - funny & v. original
A Suitable BoyA Suitable Boy by Vikram Seth
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Don't be put off by its length - a real page-turner which constantly surprises.
The Thousand Faces of NightThe Thousand Faces of Night by Githa Hariharan
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Fine novel by a young writer who I suspect is going to become much better known...
Such a Long JourneySuch a Long Journey by Rohinton Mistry
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Touching, humane novel which makes a timely plea for religious tolerance, but basically just a good read.