This novel begins in India and is the tale of two brothers - the sensible Subhash, and his more impulsive brother Udayan.
As children, the brothers do everything together, even starting school at the same time as the younger brother cannot bear to be left behind. But as they grow older, they grow apart and Subhash makes the decision to go to America to study. He knows nothing of the secret political life Udayan is leading, which will have profound consequences for both of them. The story follows into the next generation too, with Udayan's wife Gauri and their daughter Bela.
The characters in this book are the main appeal, and whilst you may not agree with their actions, their motivation is signalled loud and clear. A good read, but a very melancholy story.
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