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Slumdog Millionaire: A Novel

This novel follows the life of a young man from the slums of Mumbai, who becomes a contestant on the Indian version of 'Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?' The story delves into his past, revealing the challenges he has overcome and the connections that have shaped his life. The narrative intertwines his personal journey with the game show, offering a poignant and inspiring tale of resilience and luck. more

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Vikas Swarup
Vikas Swarup

Vikas Swarup is an Indian novelist known for his unique narrative style and profound social insights. His works often delve into social inequalities and class differences, winning him a wide readership. more

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“It was not the case that one thing morphed into another, child into woman. You remained the person you were before things happened to you. The person you were when you thought a small cut string could determine the course of a year. You also became the person to whom certain things happened. Who passed into the realm where you no longer questioned the notion of being trapped in one form. You took on that form, that identity, hoped for its recognition from others, hoped someone would love it and you.”

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“And here I arrive at my point. The point is that everyone has a different dream. The point is that it is a grave mistake to assume your dream is in any way shared, that it’s a common dream. Not only is it not shared, not common, there is no reason to assume that other people don’t find you and your dream utterly revolting.”

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