'Sleeping on Jupiter' by Anuradha Roy is a mesmerizing novel set in a pilgrimage town, exploring themes of violence, love, and redemption through the intertwined lives of its characters. A must-read for fans of literary fiction.

'Such a Long Journey' by Rohinton Mistry is a profound exploration of life in Bombay during the 1971 war, focusing on Gustad Noble's personal and political struggles. A masterpiece of character and setting.