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1. 1. The White Tiger

   

   "The White Tiger" is a darkly humorous novel set in modern-day India that explores the country's class struggle through the eyes of an ambitious and cunning protagonist. Born in a poor village, he moves to Delhi to work as a chauffeur for a rich family. He eventually breaks free from his life of servitude by committing an act of shocking violence, and uses his newfound freedom to become a successful entrepreneur in Bangalore. The story, told through a series of letters written to the Chinese Premier, is a scathing critique of India's social and economic disparities, and the corruption that permeates all levels of society.

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2. 2. Between The Assassinations

   

   Set in the fictional Indian town of Kittur, this collection of interconnected stories spans the years between the assassinations of Indira Gandhi in 1984 and Rajiv Gandhi in 1991. Through a vivid tapestry of characters, the narrative delves into the lives of the town's diverse inhabitants, from the wealthy elite to the struggling poor, capturing the social, political, and economic tensions that define their existence. Each story offers a glimpse into the complexities of Indian society, exploring themes of caste, religion, and ambition, while painting a rich portrait of a nation in transition.

3. 3. Last Man In Tower

   

   In a crowded Mumbai neighborhood, a wealthy developer's lucrative buyout offer for an aging apartment block sets neighbors at odds when one elderly resident refuses to sell; the ensuing pressure—bribery, gossip, legal and moral corruption—reveals the corrosive effects of greed, class conflict and compromised values as residents, politicians and businessmen vie to break the lone holdout.

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