Selection Day

"Selection Day" by Booker Prize-winning author Aravind Adiga is a compelling coming-of-age story set in a Mumbai slum, following fourteen-year-old Manjunath Kumar as he navigates the complexities of family, ambition, and identity amid a background of social disparity. Raised by an obsessive father determined to make him a cricket champion, Manju's world transforms when he encounters a rival that challenges his understanding of himself and his prospects. The novel features a diverse cast of characters from various social backgrounds, capturing the vibrant, tumultuous tapestry of Indian life.