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Kunal Basu
ISBN 9780670096343
Rs. 960
Penguin Viking
In An Ideal World
Who it's for: readers of literary fiction and social commentary
In An Ideal World by Kunal Basu explores the chilling consequences of political polarization in contemporary India. When Muslim student Altaf Hussein is abducted amidst rumors of jihad or murder by extremist groups, a Kolkata couple, Joy and Rohini, face a personal nightmare: their son, Bobby, a rising figure in the Nationalist student movement, is implicated. As they delve into the mystery, they confront a society fractured by ideology and a shocking truth that threatens their family and nation.Why You Should Read? **Timely Social Commentary**: Explores India's escalating political and ideological conflicts, mirroring current global issues. **Gripping Mystery**: Follows parents uncovering conspiracy and hate while seeking truth about their son's involvement in an abduction. **Deep Character Study**: Examines family dynamics under extreme pressure, challenging ideals of justice and loyalty. **Insightful Cultural Lens**: Offers a vivid portrayal of Kolkata and the wider Indian landscape grappling with identity and extremism.
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- Explores political polarization in contemporary India
- Follows parents uncovering conspiracy and hate
- Examines family dynamics under extreme pressure
- Vivid portrayal of Kolkata and Indian landscape
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What is the book about?
It's about a Kolkata couple, Joy and Rohini, whose son Bobby is implicated in the abduction of a Muslim student, Altaf Hussein. They investigate to uncover the truth amid political polarization.
Who is the author?
Kunal Basu, an author published by Penguin Viking.
What themes does the book explore?
It explores political polarization, family dynamics under pressure, ideological conflict, and extremism in contemporary India.
Is it a mystery or a thriller?
It has elements of a gripping mystery as the parents uncover conspiracy and hate, but it is also a deep character study and social commentary.




