It took me a month to finish this book ! It is huge ! About 3 times, the size of a normal book. The first part of the book, is fascinating to read, as it introduces the reader to India: urban and rural ! Being an Indian, it is funny to read some of the things, described from a foreigner's viewpoint. The description of the beetle leaf shops is hilarious. So are some of the aspects of the village life.

This book has everything romance, politics, gang wars, underworld, dark side of bombay, an... (show more)

It took me a month to finish this book ! It is huge ! About 3 times, the size of a normal book. The first part of the book, is fascinating to read, as it introduces the reader to India: urban and rural ! Being an Indian, it is funny to read some of the things, described from a foreigner's viewpoint. The description of the beetle leaf shops is hilarious. So are some of the aspects of the village life.

This book has everything romance, politics, gang wars, underworld, dark side of bombay, and philospohy. The book has lots of philosophy on life, money!

I would say, it is bit more philosophical than what I would expect from a fiction novel. But it is not boring. It keeps you engaged, and is an entertaining and fascinating read.

I just finished reading, and realized, there were some ends which were not wrapped in the story, so went to wikipedia, and realized there will be a sequel and prequel to this saga :) So, don't be surprised if you are left with a few unanswered questions at the end of the book ! (show less)