Michael McGurk

Read this book. It is a well research trip to India in the 1850-80's under Colonial rule. A period that may be better forgotten but needs to be remembered. Follow the Das family as they fight, literally and figuratively the system that oppressed many of the working class. The author paints a vivid picture of the times intertwined with a beautiful love story. Can love triumph over caste? Does the original "evil empire" rule over the people? How do families balance the need to grow, and the need to merely survive? Join Radah and Balram on their journey. You will be glad you did. -- I bought and read this novel on my own. --