Location(s): Mumbai (Bombay)
Genre(s): Fiction
Era(s): Later 20th Century
The story of Lin, his travels, trials, the dilemmas he faces and relationships he builds with individuals as he moves through the slums of Mumbai (with a side trip to Afghanistan)- a truly enthralling and captivating book.
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A truly engaging read, if you want a feel for Mumbai then this is your novel! Stunning (and apparently it took three attempts for Roberts to finish this book as the first two drafts...
No doubt that the person most impressed by this reportedly semi-autobiographical work is the author himself. It is, admittedly pretty engaging, though. Many of the other characters are as intriguing as the author is self-involved. Not his lovely Carla,...
One of the best books written on India really captures the ambience and energy of this vibrant place
Brings India to life within a crazy story
I really enjoyed this book. It’s completely mad but really good. I can imagine for a few readers it’s a bit much – I personally struggled with some of the philosophical mafia parts, but...
Amazing book! Makes me want to go back to Mumbai!
Out of all the books I’ve ever read (it’s a few!) Shantaram is one I always go back to, always recommend and always think about. Without wanting to give any spoilers, it’s one of...
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