< 1 min readOne of my goals this year is to read through all the Hercule Poirot books. I’ve always enjoyed Agatha Christie’s stories, and Elephants Can Remember was no exception. I remember hearing about an Indian tailor who once fed an elephant a banana with a needle hidden inside. Years later, the elephant saw him and got its revenge—whether by splashing muddy water, picking him up with its trunk, or smashing his…

< 1 min readIf you’re searching for a book that beautifully captures the essence of Tamil culture, Spoonful of Curds by Bharati Jagannathan is an absolute delight! This collection of short stories delves into the lives of Tamilians in India and abroad, offering a poignant exploration of relationships, traditions, and identity. When I first picked up the book, I started with one story a week, savoring its depth and detail. But soon it…

2 min readI stumbled upon The Daughters of Madurai while scrolling through a friend’s Instagram reel and ordered it on my Kindle right away. This debut novel by Rajashree Variyar delivered exactly what I needed—a gripping story that brought me back to reality. From the very first page, the book held me captive, shining a spotlight on the heartbreaking topic of female infanticide while weaving a deeply personal tale of family, love,…