15 Bestselling Books Penned by Indian Authors You Can’t Miss

15 Bestselling Books Penned by Indian Authors You Can’t Miss

In this collection, we bring you a handpicked selection of 15 bestselling books penned by Indian authors you can’t miss.

Cutting for Stone by Abraham Verghese

Cutting for Stone by Abraham Verghese

Bereft of their parents at a young age, their lives become intertwined with the backdrop of an impending revolution in Ethiopia.

The Inheritance of Loss by Kiran Desai

The Inheritance of Loss by Kiran Desai

Nestled at the base of Mount Kanchenjunga, amidst the unforgiving grandeur of the Himalayas, stands a dilapidated dwelling that houses a weary judge.

Unaccustomed Earth by Jhumpa Lahiri

Unaccustomed Earth by Jhumpa Lahiri

Another tale, “A Choice of Accommodations,” takes a dark turn as a husband’s attempt to create a romantic getaway unravels during a wedding celebration.

The Space Between Us by Thrity Umrigar

The Space Between Us by Thrity Umrigar

Amidst the backdrop of contemporary India, this poignant tale revolves around two captivating and profoundly human women.

The Glass Palace by Amitav Ghosh

The Glass Palace by Amitav Ghosh

The protagonist, Rajkumar, a young boy from humble beginnings, finds himself swept up in the chaos of the times.

The Namesake by Jhumpa Lahiri

The Namesake by Jhumpa Lahiri

Lahiri’s talent for capturing the immigrant experience and the complexities of cultural clash shines in The Namesake.

Midnight’s Children by Salman Rushdie

Midnight’s Children by Salman Rushdie

In the remarkable novel, Midnight’s Children, Saleem Sinai is born precisely at the stroke of midnight on August 15, 1947.

Clear Light of Day by Anita Desai

Clear Light of Day by Anita Desai

Shortlisted for the Man Booker Prize, Clear Light of Day by the acclaimed author of Fire on the Mountain delves into the intricate dynamics of the Das family.

A suitable Boy by Vikram Seth

A suitable Boy by Vikram Seth

At its core, Vikram Seth’s novel, A Suitable Boy, is a captivating love story intertwined with the quest of Lata and her mother, Mrs. Rupa Mehra.

Train To Pakistan by Khushwant Singh

Train To Pakistan by Khushwant Singh

Set in the summer of 1947, Train to Pakistan by Khushwant Singh explores the tumultuous time when the state of Pakistan was being formed.