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“I have to admit that I was terrified of ending the book, precisely because I go around saying about pretty much every book I read, "It fell apart at the end." I have friends who are waiting to ridicule me forever.”

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Karan Mahajan
Karan Mahajan

Karan Mahajan is an Indian-American author known for his deep exploration of social, political, and economic issues, particularly the impact of globalization on developing countries. His debut novel, 'The Association of Small Bombs,' received widespread acclaim. more

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