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I have just finished reading The Alchemy of Desire... It was fantastic! ****** I send you this mail to tell you that I have read your last book The alchemy of desire and this is one of the most beautiful books I have ever read. After I had read it I recommended it to all the many people around me, as I wanted to share with everyone that i could. While I was reading it, I undelined many passages, as I recognized so many things in your way of talking about love. I totally agree with you, love and sexuality are tremendous forces and energies and the most subversive tool against official power and government. I am absolutely convinced that if all human beings in the world were sexually happy, then, all the wars and horrors would disappear. Thanks
a lot anyway for having written a book, which, to me, without doubt
is a true masterpiece. Best regards from a french female writer.
Nadia Brunet ****** I lack words to thank you for your master piece "The Alchemy of Desire". I finished reading the book last night and couldn't simply sleep as I was totally engrossed in the story. I borrowed the book from a library and now, till I don't buy it for myself, I won't get peace and won't return it to the library either. I simply need it with me always. I am a voracious reader but nothing has touched me like this ever before. I am literally very very sad that I have finished reading it. I wish I had never come out of that world. Not only did I read it but I could feel the mysterious world of desire around me from which, till now, I have not been able to come out and I don't wish too also. I am spellbound and I don't have the vocabulary
to express my thanks and my feelings. Waiting for your next master piece. ****** My name is Marcin and I am from Poland. I have just finished reading your book “The Alchemy of Desire”. I’d like to thank you for giving me a chance to have a journey through India and Indian people’s life. Because reading your book was like traveling across all that places together with Fizz, Catherine and others. To be honest - first 80 pages was difficult to read but after that I was sucked in by the story. I’d like to ask you a question – Did you know why the hero of the story has lost his desire to Fizz when you started the story? I mean – Did you have in your mind the Catherine’s diary on the beginning? I
remain with best regards and hope to read your next book soon, ****** This
is one of the best books I have ever read. As a student of Yoga
I found new meaning in the Sutras and the Gita. Living according
to the Yamas and Niyamas becomes the beauty of language. ****** Trust this e-mail finds you well. I read your book from cover to cover and was greatly impressed by it. Your careful handling of prose paints some wonderful imagery and is beautiful in its expressive style. In making every attempt to use a language native to the human train of thought, I believe that every one of your readers will find themselves in this story. Thank you for taking us to a new world where there is originality in thought and honesty in expression. I
wish you all the best and trust that you will continue to write
in the language of the heart, mind, body and soul. ****** I feel like I am also in love with Fizz. This masterpiece couldn't have been possible without Fizz. You have given "sex" a new sensual dimension. It has been earlier thought that there are only a very few (clumsy) ways to narrate this wonderful act but you have presented it so gracefully - different and beautiful each time, from page to page. I find the narrator too self centered, more and more inclined to war within himself. "Sex is not the greatest glue between two people. Love…" You
have mentioned on the last pages that one has to live ones story
and then only can one write it. Could I ask you, say if Fizz doesn't
turn back, even then would it be possible for the narrator to tell
his story? ****** I have just finished reading your book. I just wated to say thank you for this beautiful story. Best, ****** I
have just this minute finished reading your novel; I am struggling
to find words to map the length and breadth of my experience of
your brilliant story. ******
Got to read your ‘Alchemy of Desire’. You explained
me the true meaning & relevance of Gita & Mahabharat in
just one page (The section just before introduction of Bibi Lahori)
May be that’s why they say that those most important things
in life are the most simplest ones. ****** I
just finished reading The Alchemy of desire two days ago. SIMPLY
FANTASTIC! It's the most amazing book I've read in a long long time.
The language you've used is beautiful. It was un putdown able. I
am usually a slow reader primarily because of a busy schedule at
work, but this book just caught my attention and I found myself
carrying it wherever I went and staying up nights reading it. ****** Your
novel is one of the rare (in fact , one and only one, which I have
read) books that I have found in which (physical) love is expressed
in a most refined and adorable way. Whenever I read such novels,
(even Coelo's Eleven Minutes felt disgusting, though his aim was
to convey the sacredness of physical relationships) I never felt
any genuine sacredness or a kind of respect towards the act. But
the way you have described it, is really wonderful. When I thought
of the reason, what I felt is one could sense a kind of affection,
a childlike simplicity in the behaviour of both the narrator and
Fizz. That gives a sort of purity and charm to their relationship
which makes it enviable. It was superb. ******
Read your book, flat out from 5pm, Saturday till 11.30pm, Sunday.
****** I
just read your book. Your narrative style is simply superb. Did
you have any spiritual awakening before you wrote that novel? Some
where while reading I felt so. Just a doubt. ****** I just finished reading The Alchemy of Desire. It
deeply moved me. As a journalist -and aspiring author- it helps
me finding my own story. ****** Just
to say that I was totally blown away by your novel. It is a refreshing
change from contemporary western literature and goes places where
lesser writers could not aspire to tread. After reading it, I had
to leave a gap between it and the next book I read because the latter
was likely going to seem bland in comparison. I have asked for Epinions.com
to put it on their site so that I can review it and, more importantly
so that it can get more exposure in the States and, with luck, inspire
more readers to give it a try. ****** We've
never met. I am no literary authority, but I just finished reading
"The Alchemy Of Desire", and I think its the greatest
book to have come out of India. It has just displaced "The
God Of Small Things" from that position in my esteem. ****** As
an aspiring writer, the first feeling that gripped me after I got
past the first page of your book was severe literary jealousy. As
a voracious reader, I am in awe. I am utterly and completely overwhelmed.
Never have I read words so beautifully shaped. A story so gloriously
told. Desire so masterfully written.With such honesty; astounding
honesty. Your novel made me fall back in love with life at a time
when I was falling out of love with it. For that, I want to thank
you. ****** I had bought The Alchemy of Desire when it released. Out of curiosity, and well, a sense of 'loyalty'. Because I wanted to know what a novel by you would read like; and for similar reasons I had subscribed to Tehelka before it launched (I still have its first issue). I'd spoken with you a couple of times when I was at L'Officiel magazine and then when Tehelka came out. Your paper had also carried one of my essays. I was a features writer then; now, a freelance copy editor for Penguin. So a year too late after the release of your book, I am writing to you about it. Only because I pulled it out of my pile of unread books two days ago and didn't put it down until now. This isn't a review or feedback that I'm sending you—I'm sure you've received plenty of that from significant people and publications. I had to write to you because I am just so moved by The Alchemy of Desire. So deeply moved. The lump in my throat formed on the second-last page: "She said she is fine and she'll be here in a few days." And I had to stop for a few minutes before I read the last page, and then, "Sex is not the greatest glue between two people. Love…" just did it for me. I began enjoying the book for personal reasons. That the protagonist is a writer, tries to deal with a writer's block, finds his confidence dwindling, takes up a sub editor's job because he doesn't want to report any more (among other reasons)—is all completely identifiable. I've been editing because I can't bear to write another article and also because I immensely enjoy it; and am grappling with fiction writing (the little that I'm attempting to do). And wondering if a story really 'comes sailing' to writers one day or the 'discipline' and writing 500 words a day does help, even if it's crap. (Though neither is happening with me right now.) But it was quite bizarre, when I read he takes up a job as a sub. I thought, okay, there is someone out there who feels like me—so what if in a book! Then, I continued to be immersed in the book obviously because of its mysterious flavour—I'm a sucker for mystifying, and love, stories—and wished the parts that dragged would get over quickly. But soon read slowly, because I didn't want the book to end. I'm really sad it has ended. I want to dive into it again, its richness, its setting (such a relief from the overdose of Bong culture in Indian writing; plus I'm a complete mountain-person), the locations I know; its feeling, the love, their connection, their conversations…. And I was hoping the end wouldn't be a cliché, wouldn't be a let-down after all the richness and history and emotion. And it wasn't. Some authors do that you know, take you through such a roller-coaster ride, only to end it abruptly in a banal way, making the reader feel cheated. Also, you revealed nuances of the story in the most extraordinary ways…even details like Fizz getting hooked to CNN—or did I read too much into that?! Needless to say, the book has such a profound effect because you didn't spell out anything. Subtly, cleverly crafted story. So that now long after I've finished it, everything is coming back, without reading it a second time yet. Every action of theirs had a meaning and a connection. Amazing. But
I have to ask: The part in the end, about finding your story, writing
your story—that's Tarun Tejpal saying it (anyone who has read
it knows there's so many of your experiences in the book)? But do
you believe that only when we've had really meaningful/rich/sorrowful/exciting
experiences in life, can we write a good story? ****** The
Alchemy of Desire has left me enamoured. It is simply beautiful.
For me, an aspiring writer and a student of media studies, this
book has given me perspective in many ways. I love your take on
love, sex, on the nation and everything else. Someday I'd really
like to go see the mountains that you so fondly described. I can't
wait for you to bring out your next book. ****** Dear
Tarun - I just wanted to say that I am midway through your book
- and am finding it unputdownable...and that many of the people
at the writers meet and greet party tonight were disappointed you
wont be there. Best of luck with all thats on your plate. Regards,
****** I am an avid reader and reviewer of books from Karachi. I have just recently finished reading the Alchemy of Desire, and am still completely enthralled by it. Since reading the book, I am consumed by a desire to visit India, the India you write about so compellingly, Chandigarh, Delhi, but most especially the lower Himalayas. I am an avid reader and try to read as much contemporary fiction from South Asia as I can lay my hands on. I found your book in a bookstore in Karachi recently, and was instantly mesmerized, and although I have my reservations about many of Naipaul’s opinions, I cannot help but echo his quote about your novel. It absolutely is a brilliant novel, but I have this niggling issue with the Catherine novella inserted in the middle- it seems to be the only part of the book that does not ring true, to my ears at least. I felt Catherine’s appeal more intensely seen through the eyes of the main character, by telling us her story in her words, some of the mystery and some of the appeal was erased. That
said, I would like to thank you for providing a truly memorable
reading experience! I hope you are working on a second novel. Best
Regards, ****** Just
finished reading you and already am on the web, trying to find you,
to tell you how much I loved your book. The Alchemy is not only
a desire land's trip but also a great novel about India. Reading
you, every sense seems to awaken together, and it's a great feeling
in the french winter. Searching on the web, I learned that you're
also an engaged journalist in your country, the world is missing
people like you. ****** I
just finished reading "The Alchemy of Desire" early today
morning. I just did not have the heart to put it down from the moment
I picked it up. Although, I read the book in breaks, whenever I
came back into the book, it felt like I was transported to another
world. I am still amazed at some of the most graphic and vivid descriptions
of such an abstract feeling like desire. Infact, I must say when
I was reading the book, it was almost as if you had put my worldview
on print. I must thank you profusely, for writing an absolute master
master masterpiece of a book. Every page is worth worshipping !!
. I first went to pick up the book just for the title, and I knew
that my instincts were right. ****** I
have been a great fan of your writings since my school days. I am
a voracious reader and I must say that I have not read more profound,
cerebral and stylish pieces of non-fiction writing than the essays
that you wrote in India Today. All these years I often wondered
why you were not writing a novel, but I knew that if ever you wrote
one it would be as radically different as your journalistic writings
are. The Alchemy of Desire which reminds me of one of your profound
pieces in India Today –Eros On Ice (if I remember the title)
correctly-- has proved that my faith was not misplaced. What a terrific
work of fiction it is! No book has ever made me laugh, brood, get
aroused, reflect, introspect and be inspired as The Alchemy of Desire
did. In fact, it did to me what the very best literary works can
do to a human being. The Alchemy of Desire stands out for its sublime
prose, its stimulating ideas and philosophy of life. The books is
a brilliant reflection on love, life and the complexity of human
nature. I have not read such a searing book in Indian Writing in
English. It’s a classic. I will never, ever forget Fizz. I
have not met a woman so beautiful, so loving, so passionate, so
vivacious, so graceful, so decent, so understanding, so... ****** I
just finished the Alchemy of Desire and I want to tell you of the
jubiliation, the gourmandism, the great laughing, the deep emotion,
the erotism, the love for human beings, the extreme joy, in a word,
that I felt across the long but too short trip with your characters.
I am French which is a minor disease compare to my addiction to
India, its people, its culture and of course its literature. You
join on my book shelf for my enjoyment some of your colleagues. ****** Just
finished reading your book. Oh wow, its amazing. I had expected
it to be a slow read...somewhat an image that it would be a serious
read...but it turned out a non-stop affair. Since I was in delhi
for a couple of years and I did my first so called internship in
your office, I was real curious to read your book. But actually
coudn't for a while, as I have recently migrated to the US for my
post grads. But when I started to read your book three days back,
I fell completely in love with it. well, I have a general tendency
to throw books away once I have read them - the last one being For
matrimonial purposes by Kavita Deswami. But your book I guess will
stay on my bookshelf forever...its one of those books one would
like to just open after a year and scan through again, living it
over and over. I hope your next novel comes soon. till that time,
I will have to just content myself with your articles on google
and tehelka. ****** I
am absolutely loving your book. It is a beautiful piece of art. ******
I just put down your book Alchemy of Desire after a (nearly) non-stop
reading since I started. I was apprehensive about reading it in
the first place. I associated your name with Tehelka and the political
scandal that your paper helped bring into light. But I am glad I
did. Let me congratulate you on the book. A superbly written piece
and for someone who spent some time in Delhi about the same time,
I can see the Dhabas, the locked Delhi colony gates etc in front
of my eyes. Thanks for also writing about the hypocrisies that we
are usually fed by everyone from our birth to death. Thanks also
for being open about your feelings towards a woman and the honesty
displayed. That for me was the hallmark of your writing. A man who
cannot be honest to his woman cannot be to anyone, including himself.
Should you choose to never write another book again, no worries,
this one will suffice. Finally, I shan’t add to the improbably
long list of your supporters on the political scandal. I wonder
if the goodness and honesty of the average Indian will ever be allowed
to prevail. It saddens me to see the Indian mind’s inability
to resolutely defend itself against corruption, arrogance and lack
of discipline despite its other brilliant qualities (albeit of an
academic nature). Thanks Mr. Tejpal for bringing us that bit closer
to the truth in your works via the book and of course Tehelka. If
one were to believe in God’s will, truth will prevail. Someday.
****** I
started the book....and i cannot stop. this hasn't happened since ****** Have
been meaning to write to you for some time about your book! Let
me say I was totally unprepared for the awesome ride!!!!! One of the things that I love about the book is that it is so visually written that I can actually see the story unfolding...it draws you in, and given that I work with a visual medium that characteristic of the book makes it twice as enjoyable!! Most of all I love how the story comes full circle but with a shift in perspective...loved the way you started and then ended the story!!! The last line was a clincher!!! It took me so much by surprise and yet was so obviously perfect that I had a smile on my face for hours after finishing the book!!! I did miss one thing though. I would have loved to get inside Fizz's head, but I guess that will have to be another book in itself!! Sorry about all the exclamations but I'm so kicked about the book!!!!!! Best
of luck raking in all the awards and the accolades and the moolah!!!! ****** When
Outlook would get delivered to my door, I would first read your
article(s). ****** Thank
you. Mumbai deluged inspired my own Alchemy - my story - on my own
Brother computer. But can't match your passion. Your book was unputdownable. ******
I just finished the last few pages of your book at 6 this morning.
I had been reading it almost non-stop except for when I had to be
in office and at work. I have never read anything like it ever.
The sex in the initial pages kept me going, but what you have done
to the story later is beautiful. I have never read such a fat book
with such obsession. Many things are wonderful about the book: the
brilliant cameos of the Sardarji truck driver, cleaner, Bibi, Catherine's
most unique way of bonding with her father, description of the drives
to Gethia and the twists and turns in the story, Fiza, the sideways
references to the political rot and the most consummate way in which
you tie it all up together. Thank you so much and I must say the
book was worth every rupee I paid for it. I do hope you write more
books that are as raw and gut wrenching as your last one. ****** “What
a trip, what a flight, what a lift! Thank you Alchemist, may your
ship come in…” ****** “What
a terrific book you have begotten! It is stunning. Move over Lawrence.” ******
“Simply superb. In line for this year's Booker and more, provided
someone explains to those mother-fuckers what madarchod means…
When are you coming next to Trivandrum? ******
“Loved the book! A bit of all our lives between the sheets!
Congrats.” ****** “Just
completed the book. You are a brilliant writer. Some parts took
longer to comprehend as I haven’t read anything like your
story. What a masterpiece…” ****** “Aroon
thinks you should win the Booker prize! Just read the last line.
Couldn’t wait… Just for that you should win!” ****** Not
only should you get the Nobel for Literature but also all the awards
and appreciation for analyzing and representing the male psyche
in superb language. Your book is going to stay on the face of the
earth till the human male species changes completely, like starts
giving birth to children. ******
“Just finished Alchemy. Great stuff. Gripped from the start.
Great story. Great writing.” ****** “Reading
the Alchemy of Desire – thank you for this amazing piece of
literature” ****** Been
meaning to drop a line but was travelling .... Cambodia etc etc..
Took your book along with me. Have finished reading it and reading
it again... It rings so TRUE..... ******
Congratulations on The Alchemy of Desire. The book is an outstanding
literary contribution and ranks at par with the works of DH Lawrence
in its understanding of human relationships.
****** I
am writing this on a plane from Toronto to Denver, but am mentally
traversing different routes..... you've ensured that I have not
got any, and much needed, sleep on the last 4 flights. Frankfurt
- Portland – San Francisco - Calgary - Toronto and, as we
are set to land in Denver with the mountains coming up on the left,
I've reached the beginning of Satya. Even when I put the book down
the mind is far too active to get any sleep... Besides the nostalgia,
I really do like the book and think it is an immense read. You seem
to be a "bloke" and someone whose basic concepts of life
I can fully empathise with. The next trip I make home, I will go
to Nainital via Bhowali and see "First Things" for myself.
I think I know the cottage but need to get there again to get it
exactly right. And if you happen be in and have the time, it will
be a windfall and I'm sure we will have lots to talk about - over
Malt whisky which I shall carry.Till then, Daju, from the Rocky
Mountain State, here's wishing you, Alchemy and Tehelka all the
best. ****** Tarun,
fascinating book man! Just on to the last section. Has made my holiday
come alive. Was in Goa where your book made me say fuck to the beaches
and sit down and read. I consider it a significant moment in Indian
literature. Be it in converting the banal into the sublime or the
sublime into the ethereal, you have succeeded immensely. It was
worth the wait. Found myself laughing like a mad man in my room
after reading the gearshift lines and the Mallu caricature. At times,
magical, at times sheer sublimity. The prose too is just divine
and reminded me of Marquez as Paul Zacharia said and which I didn’t
believe when I read the review. I asked for the book as gift for
my birthday. What a wonderful gift it has been. You need to come
home and autograph it for me and in return I shall hug you and give
you some beef fried with coconut slices thrown in. cheers! ****** Tarun,
since I sent you the mail last time I finished reading the last
chapter and I have been in a daze these last few days in Kerala.
After that Suketu Mehtas book which I brought along on my holiday
cum working trip, seemed so trite.Desire has broken new ground without
any doubt. The first rankers of Indian writing Seth, Ghosh and Pankaj,
will have to pause a while and ponder. Desire has pushed them all
to the sides I believe. in its vaulting ambition, in its turning
around of English usage, in the grand swathe that it cuts (which
you could have curtailed a bit), in its endearing candour, in its
enthralling prose which throughout the book shows a rightful disdain
for the middle ground and proudly occupies the high ground, in its
understanding of life, in the partaking of larger philosophies,
in going where angels feared to tread, in all that it is a landmark
work. I forced becky to keep aside the other books and read this.
She is half way through and shares my view. You should not get worried
about reviews. part of the game. it is difficult for a journalist's
book to get good reviews.I want to write a substantial piece on
the book, warts and all. But it is best that it waits for a few
more months, maybe if it gets into the booker long list at least.
In any case, I have started writing my second book for penguin after
the great critical success and moderate sales success of my Cherrapunji
travelogue. ****** “Went
back and leisurely re-read the last fifty pages. Never been on such
an emotional roller coaster. Thanks for giving me such a great time.
May your efforts continue to be touched by magic.” ****** “Hey
man, ****** “Stunning
and deeply moving, maestro. On page 272. Swept by wonder. I’m
savouring it slowly.” ****** “Just finished reading Alchemy… what a masterpiece… hope you live another story so you can write it. Anuradha Mahindra ****** “I
am reading Alchemy. It’s a fabulous, stunning piece of work.
Even better in the second read. I feel humbled.” ****** “Just
finished reading Alchemy. Feel as if have opened my eyes after a
deep meditation. Everything around appears clearer and I feel like
dancing like a dervish.” ****** “You
tell quite a story and so bloody well. Just finished Alchemy. Letting
the benign ghosts settle with a glass of beer. Cheers and more sounds
of applause to you.” ****** “Finished.
Have not read anything like this in a long, long time.” ****** “Just
bought your book. It’s a hit. It grabs you.” ****** “Just
finished the book. You were born to write so just do that from now
on.” ****** “I
finished the book. I feel sad that it is over. Write another one.
It is the most beautiful book I have ever read.” ****** “I
just finished reading the book. Why did the book have to end?! Now
that the book is over, feels like a part of me has died… How
did you write all that you did?! I don’t think I’ll
be able to forget the book and all that I went through while reading
it for a long, long time. LOVED it. Have probably never been as
engaged and involved in a book. It is a masterpiece. Thank you for
the book!” ****** “Parveen’s
mom thinks your writing is the best among Indian writing in English
for ever” ******
“I so much wish to tell you that this writing and this style
of yours bring this very special inner euphoria in me which is the
sign of how much I recognize a member of my literary family and
how much I am touched – like a secret accomplice - by your
literature. The subjects, the context, the topology on all levels
of India, the lyricism, the beautifully mastered lyricism of your
writing, the “canto” in your style and so many other
reasons often make me come out of my silent reading to start reading
out loud to my wife a passage, and then another one of the Alchemy;
actually, it’s a book I read out loud in my mind and which
ought to be read in public…” ****** “Tarun,
I have a house guest who teaches International Relations at the
University of Mexico and is one of the smartest people I know. I
gave him your book at 1.00 am last night because I really wanted
to know what he thought. He's just come in to the office, having
slept three hours and read through it all. He called you a Wordsmith
and a Master Storyteller. He is also one of the most widely read
people I know... I wanted to tell you that when I met you I was
blown away by what you stood for and what you wanted to do; I had
no experience of your writing or your journalism. I have great respect
for a few Indian writers - Amitav Ghosh is the best example - who
I think have great "stories" but I do not like their craft,
and there is no magic in the language. I've only ever applauded
Kiran Nagarkar - both Ravan and Eddy and Cuckold are brilliant –
and Vikram Chandra, especially for Red Earth and Pouring Rain (I
don't consider Rushdie an Indian writer). But I am amazed and embarrassingly
surprised at how well you craft language and how beautifully you
deal with words. For me, it’s just so exciting to know that
there may be more where this came from… ****** “I
read the first line of your book and shuddered. I read the last
line of your book and smiled. In the 500-odd pages between these
two lines, I was touched, transported, moved, absorbed, impressed...
'The Alchemy of Desire' is a beautifully woven novel. I enjoyed
reading it.” ****** Read
your book Alchemy...! Found it most absorbing...! I am a kind of
lost character residing in the mofussil town of Cuttack, Orissa...!
My childhood has been spent in West Bengal where my father used
to work for the Coal Mines. The 500 bucks i spent to buy the book
was done with a lot of scepticism considering the kind of trash
that gets packaged as books these days (in the realm of "New
Writing") i still have a lot of faith in the classics. But
you have not disappointed me even for a moment. The protagonists
story seems so much like mine .......I even had that damn toothache
for quite some time( tried everything from homeo to hash) till one
day i got it fixed by what they call a root canal. I veb driven
around a lot in gypsys too and i love the hills( never inherited
any money though...the gypsys belonged to my father's mining company).
But in one way your protagonist is lucky. My Fizz never came back
to me and all the while she was with me our bodies never for once
connected in the middle. Now she is connected by marriage in the
middle to a banker - my photography and journalism counldn't inspire
her! A great job. Will you think it a bit presumptuous if i suggest
you find a producer (nothing less than someone of the Merchant Ivory
calibre) to make the book into a film. "Alchemy" is the
second Tehelka in your life i guess...! *****
“When I love a book from the get-go--and the older I get,
the less likely am I to put myself in that position --I find myself
getting nervous somewhere about three-quarters of the way through.
Please don't fuck up, I want to say. It's like watching a fine horserace.
As the leading stallion pounds around the far bend, you pray he
doesn't stumble or lose heart when he eyes and hones in on the finish
line. I turned the final page. The horse I bet on not only delivered
on his promise, but he took me to another level. That last flick
of your tail. Two words, three dots, the end… The silent roar
that turns the entire book up on its head and flies out the window
before I, the would-be lasso-er, can fumble for my rope. Great fiction
can’t be captured, and anyway, the steed I bet on turned out
to be Pegasus. I'll go to my grave praising your book.” ***** ....such
glorious disdain!! *****
Wow Mr Tejpal: ***** ...finished
reading around 200+ pages of Alchemy... it gets priority over everything
else these days ***** just
finished reading The Alchemy of Desire... ***** |
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