Can You Hear the Nightbird Call?

Anita Rau Badami's acclaimed novel, Can You Hear the Nightbird Call?, follows the intertwined lives of three women over fifty years, set against historical events from the partition of India and Pakistan to the Air India bombing. Richly capturing both Canadian and Indian landscapes, the story explores the enduring impact of history, memory, and myth on immigrant experiences. Praised for its warmth and humanity, the novel offers a powerful reflection on love, tragedy, and resilience.