Bombay blues

Bombay blues

by Tanuja Desai Hidier

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Indian American Dimple Lala questions her heart while on a trip to Bombay, on which her boyfriend pushes her away to embark on a spiritual journey, her cousin tests the boundaries of tradition, and her sister opens up about her homosexuality.

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  1. 1

    Bombay is more than just a setting; it's almost a character itself. How does the city's unique energy, its blend of old and new, tradition and modernity, influence Dimple's internal journey and her shifting perspectives on life and love?

  2. 2

    Dimple finds herself at a crossroads, questioning her heart while navigating various relationships. In what ways do the challenges posed by her boyfriend, her cousin, and her sister each force Dimple to confront different aspects of her own identity and desires?

  3. 3

    The concept of a "spiritual journey" takes on different forms in the novel, particularly with Dimple's boyfriend. How does his pursuit contrast with Dimple's own search for meaning and connection, and what does the book suggest about the different paths people take to find fulfillment?

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