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Peek under the big top and find a story set in the emerald green backdrop of Kerala, India, in a kaleidoscopic world teeming with colour, culture, and chaos. We’re introduced to the lives of fraternal twins Rahel and Estha, our bittersweet guides through the maze of Indian socio-political context. What happens when the innocent lives of children intersect with the violent tide of history? That’s the balancing act Roy successfully performs on a tightrope strung between love and loss.
She not only uncovers the love between the twins but also delves into the taboo corners, the forbidden love, the dark and hushed affairs society chooses to ignore – yes, the small things. In a world obsessed with big things – power, money, caste – it’s the small things that move mountains, make or break lives, tell stories. Roy, our master puppeteer, has a knack for pulling at these invisible strings that control the grand show of human existence.
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In this human circus, Roy’s characters are no simple jesters or acrobats. Each is a marvellously etched portrait, complex and profound, tangled in the Gordian knot of class, religion, and politics. If Ammu, the mother, is a trapeze artist suspended between love and duty, then Baby Kochamma, the manipulative aunt, is the scheming clown whose smile hides a thousand deceptions.
Yet, amidst the spectacular and tragic performances, Roy’s whimsical humour and sharp wit gleam like the midway lights. Her sentences are rivers that meander through the mundane and magical, the painful and the poignant, the ridiculous and the real. She weaves words into a rich tapestry, an intricate mandala of human emotions, societal norms, and historical realities. It’s a ‘word-symphony’ that will make you gasp, laugh, cry, and above all, think.
‘The God of Small Things’ does not patronize with moral of the story simplicity. Instead, it brings us face-to-face with a mirror maze, where each reflection forces us to question our understanding of love, freedom, and dignity. It’s a demanding but rewarding read, a bit like the ‘Hall of Mirrors’ – there’s always more than what meets the eye.
And that’s the real magic of the book. Roy doesn’t merely tell a story, she reveals a world, an India teetering on the edge of change and tradition, the colossal and the tiny, the god of big things and the god of small things. It’s a carnival ride that spins us around, leaving us breathless, enchanted, and changed forever.
‘The God of Small Things’ is not just a novel, it’s a fantastical fair, a whirlwind ride into the heart of the human condition, a poignant exploration of love, loss, and life. It’s an extravaganza of emotions and experiences. So step right up, get your tickets, and let Roy’s words take you on a ride you’ll never forget.
Discover the deep dives of ‘The God of Small Things’, Arundhati Roy’s spellbinding novel. This review explores the heartrending journey of twins Rahel and Estha in Kerala, India, navigating love, loss, and societal norms. Unearth Roy’s masterful depiction of complex characters and emotional intricacies. Get ready for a wild ride through a narrative filled with vivid imagery and captivating prose. ‘The God of Small Things’ is more than a book – it’s a life-altering experience. Enter this extraordinary carnival and understand why small things truly matter in the grand scheme of existence.
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