“The God of Small Things” by Arundhati Roy: A poetic narrative of family secrets.

“Midnight’s Children” by Salman Rushdie: Magical realism intertwining history and identity.

“Shantaram” by Gregory David Roberts: Epic tale set in the vibrant chaos of Mumbai.

“The White Tiger” by Aravind Adiga: A compelling story of social and economic disparity.

“The Palace of Illusions” by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni: The Mahabharata from Draupadi’s perspective.

“A Suitable Boy” by Vikram Seth: Sweeping saga of post-independence India’s societal intricacies.

“Train to Pakistan” by Khushwant Singh: A poignant portrayal of Partition’s human cost.

“Interpreter of Maladies” by Jhumpa Lahiri: Short stories exploring the immigrant experience.

“The Discovery of India” by Jawaharlal Nehru: A comprehensive journey through India’s history and culture.