The Inheritance of Loss
"The Inheritance of Loss" is a novel by Kiran Desai that explores themes of globalization, identity, and cultural conflict. Set in the 1980s in the Indian town of Kalimpong, it follows the lives of Biju, an illegal immigrant in the United States, and Jemubhai Patel, a retired judge grappling with his past and the impact of colonialism on his life.
The narrative intertwines the experiences of various characters, including Sai, Jemubhai's granddaughter, and Gyan, her tutor, highlighting their struggles with love, loss, and the search for belonging. The novel reflects on the complexities of modern life and the legacies of history.