Reviews

Book Review: Kartography

In Kamila Shamsie’s third novel, past and present intermingle in unique ways and so does the personal and political.

The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen

Graphic violence, vivid and bizarre sexual encounters, and gut-wrenching parodies. Step inside.

Book Review: The Confession of Sultana Daku

One of the most intuitive and dazzling works of fiction by an Indian writer in the recent past.

Book Review: Matched

Ally Condie’s debut novel is a magical and enchanting story of forbidden love.

CD Review: Halcyon Digest

Listening to Deerhunter’s new album is like the shiny first few weeks of being in love.

Book Review: Aftertaste

A nuanced, reflective journey into the colour—indeed flavour—of mithai, money, and Mumbai.

Book Review: The Hotel at the End of the World

On rainy days, you might be possessed by a crazy desire to go looking for this enchanting and maddeningly elusive hotel.

Book Review: Turbulence

Cape or no cape, we’ve all wanted to save the world at some point in our lives, haven’t we?

Book Review: The Goat, the Sofa, and Mr. Swami

A book that gives you stitches in the stomach and plants a deep sense of discomfort in your mind.

Book Review: Saris and the City

Trite or not, it is fun to read a no-brainer book that is written engagingly.

Book Review: The Masque of Africa

The book provides riveting anecdotes for those who have not been to Africa, but don’t let Naipaul sum it all up for you.

CD Review: Grey Oceans

CocoRosie’s music has a tendency to oscillate between unbearable pretension and spine-chilling beauty.