Baumgartner's Bombay

Set against the backdrop of the Holocaust, the novel explores Hugo Baumgartner's journey from Nazi Germany to India, capturing the emotional scars of war and exile. As he grapples with his Jewish identity, he faces imprisonment as a hostile alien before finding himself in Bombay after the war. The narrative reflects themes of fate and resilience, showcasing Desai's profound insight and compassion as she delves into the complexities of a man's struggle to escape his destiny.