A Burning A novel
A Burning by Megha Majumdar, published by National Geographic Books on June 29, 2021, is a novel that explores the lives of three characters in contemporary India as they navigate their aspirations amidst a societal catastrophe. The story centers on Jivan, a Muslim girl from the slums who faces dire consequences after a social media comment leads to her being accused of a terrorist attack. Alongside her, PT Sir, an ambitious gym teacher, and Lovely, an outcast with dreams of fame, find their fates intertwined in a narrative that examines themes of class, politics, and identity.
Readers will encounter a gripping tale that delves into the complexities of ambition and the harsh realities of societal expectations. The novel presents a vivid portrayal of the characters’ struggles as they seek to rise to political power and fame, while also highlighting the impact of their choices on one another. With a page count of 304, this edition invites readers to reflect on the intersections of personal and political aspirations, making it a significant contribution to contemporary literary fiction.
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NATIONAL BESTSELLER • A READ WITH JENNA BOOK CLUB PICK! • A “gripping thriller with compassionate social commentary” (USA Today) about three unforgettable characters who seek to rise—to the middle class, to political power, to fame in the movies—and find their lives entangled in the wake of a catastrophe in contemporary India.
Jivan is a Muslim girl from the slums, determined to move up in life, who is accused of executing a terrorist attack on a train because of a careless comment on Facebook. PT Sir is an opportunistic gym teacher who hitches his aspirations to a right-wing political party and finds that his own ascent becomes linked to Jivan’s fall. Lovely—an irresistible outcast whose exuberant voice and dreams of glory fill the novel with warmth and hope and humor—has the alibi that can set Jivan free, but it will cost her everything she holds dear.
Taut, symphonic, propulsive, and riveting from its opening lines, A Burning is an electrifying debut.
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