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Manu Joseph
The Illicit Happiness Of Other People
Synopsis
Three years after his 17-year-old son, Unni, a budding cartoonist, dies from a fall, Ousep begins an intense search for answers. He uses Unni's funny and contemplative comics as clues to navigate modern-day India and uncover the truth behind his son's death.
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Characters
Ousep ChackoProtagonist
Unni ChackoSupporting
Frequently asked questions
Does The Illicit Happiness Of Other People have a film adaptation?
This novel was adapted into a Malayalam-language film titled "Oru Indian Pranayakadha" (A Story of an Indian Love Affair), released in 2013. The film takes a different narrative approach and focuses more on the romantic elements.
How does this book compare to Manu Joseph's other works?
Readers familiar with Manu Joseph's earlier novels will find a similar blend of dark humor, social commentary, and philosophical introspection, but with a more pronounced focus on family dynamics and the grieving process.
Is The Illicit Happiness Of Other People a standalone novel?
The Illicit Happiness Of Other People is a standalone work and does not require reading any other books by Manu Joseph to understand its plot or characters.