Riot: A Novel

Riot by Shashi Tharoor is a thought-provoking novel that explores the mysterious death of Priscilla Hart, an American student volunteering in India. Through multiple conflicting narratives, the story delves into themes of history, love, hatred, religious fanaticism, and the complex nature of truth. The book offers an intellectually engaging and emotionally resonant examination of a tragic event set against a backdrop of cultural conflict.