“He winced at her efforts to mollify him. Why didn't she say she was disgusted with his behaviour, with his long absence, his infrequent superficial letters? And if she did say it - would he defend himself? Would he give reasons, try to explain how meaningless every endeavour seemed to him? No. For then she would start crying again, he would tell her to stop being silly, she would ask for details, and he would tell her to mind her own business.”
A Fine Balance is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that delves into the lives of four individuals in India during a period of political unrest. The story follows their intertwined fates as they navigate the complexities of their personal relationships and the broader societal changes around them, ultimately revealing the strength and resilience of the human spirit. more
Rohinton Mistry is a Canadian author known for his profound social criticism and vivid portrayal of the lives of ordinary people in India. His works often focus on the struggles of the middle class in India and the exposure of social injustice. more