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A Burning
by Megha Majumdar
An insightful look into India’s political and religious tensions
This was a quick read that I devoured in a few hours but one that packed a punch as it focuses on corruption, injustice, poverty, ambition, prejudice and religion in India.
The story is told from the perspective of 3 very different characters POV and this really highlights the class distinctions in India. We see how much each character desires more for themselves and get a glimpse at what they will do to obtain it.
Jivan’s story touched me - a young girl from the slums accused of an act of terrorism based on a Facebook post. Her strength and determination moved me. Her existence was filled with hardships, yet she endured and persevered - always fueled by that desire for more.
It’s always so interesting to read a story like this, coming from a place where our freedoms to speak out and question are not only guaranteed but largely taken for granted. I’m glad I read this one.
This was a quick read that I devoured in a few hours but one that packed a punch as it focuses on corruption, injustice, poverty, ambition, prejudice and religion in India.
The story is told from the perspective of 3 very different characters POV and this really highlights the class distinctions in India. We see how much each character desires more for themselves and get a glimpse at what they will do to obtain it.
Jivan’s story touched me - a young girl from the slums accused of an act of terrorism based on a Facebook post. Her strength and determination moved me. Her existence was filled with hardships, yet she endured and persevered - always fueled by that desire for more.
It’s always so interesting to read a story like this, coming from a place where our freedoms to speak out and question are not only guaranteed but largely taken for granted. I’m glad I read this one.