The Assassin's Song

Set against the backdrop of post-2002 western India violence, this novel traces the life of Karsan Dargawalla, heir to a medieval sufi shrine, as he navigates the tension between tradition and modernity. From his childhood in India to his education at Harvard and subsequent life in Canada, Karsan grapples with his heritage, personal aspirations, and the echoes of the past. The story explores the complexities of identity, legacy, and the choices that shape a life across continents and generations.