The English Problem

In "The English Problem," eighteen-year-old Shiv Advani is chosen by Mahatma Gandhi to study British law in England, aiming to aid India's fight for independence. However, as he navigates a new world filled with cultural complexities and personal challenges—compounded by an impending arranged marriage—Shiv finds himself torn between his duty to his homeland and a compelling desire to connect with the very people he is meant to oppose. This debut novel, set during the Indian independence movement and featuring notable historical figures, explores themes of love, identity, and the intricate nature of colonialism.