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The last song of dusk

The last song of dusk

A Novel
Historical FictionLiterary Fiction
Pages
336
Published
2004
Language
English

Synopsis

Anuradha and Vardhmaan seem destined for a fairy-tale life, but their love story takes a darker turn when tragedy strikes. They seek solace in a heartbroken villa by the sea, where new life and a willful girl with a mysterious past enter their world. This story explores how fate, passion, and loss shape a family navigating the ever-changing landscape of love in Bombay.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

MelancholicEmotionalDarkComplex
Family Saga

Genres

Historical Fiction Literary Fiction Magical Realism Fantasy History

About the author

Characters

Anuradha PatwardhanProtagonist
VardhmaanProtagonist
Willful girlSupporting
All characters in The last song of dusk

Frequently asked questions

  • What literary recognition has this debut novel received?

    The book was awarded the Betty Trask Award in the United Kingdom and the Premio Grinzane Cavour in Italy, and it also received a nomination for the International IMPAC Dublin Literary Award.

  • How does the author's writing style influence the narrative experience?

    The prose is noted for its heavy use of lush, poetic language and magical realism, which some readers find immersive while others find it highly stylized or hyperbolic.