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The ending of Shamsuddin's Grave: The Story of a Homeless is what brings the title of the book in perspective and lets the reader understand the true plight of the immigrants and migrant laborers. A bit of materialism even where there is none such is the twist in the tale.

The concept and thought of the book is sound. The characters speak for themselves and the author, Paromita has drawn them well. Latika and her father, aunt and the scenes and setting etched of Shillong & Guwahati were so real. I have lived there so I could easily imagine it all. Debjoyti was another important character who could have been explored further, he was a mystery. He added a lot to the story but was heard and not seen much.

Latika’s personal life is on a similar thread along with Shamsuddin and the search for the missing girl. All this while love is found, missed and reclaimed. The story is narrated in parallel as the life of Latika and Shamsuddin intersect and move together. Shamsuddin is reeling from failure and Latika is trying to avoid it, by helping each other they find a common purpose in life.

A discarded soul he finds some care with the old lady, Latika’s aunt whose own children have moved away for work. She ignores the societal norms and lets a Muslim migrant work for her. The book is set in such a hopeful tone, looking for solutions, taking the first step and working for a better today.

The book has major issues in language and grammar. A thorough editing and spell check would have been a boon for this book. Sadly, it leaves a bad taste for the reader. I recommend the author get it professionally edited for the second edition. A well thought out story that does not get its due because of the language.


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Shamsuddin Grave The Story of a Homeless Paromita Goswami 9781482843941 Books Reviews

With Shamsuddin's Grave, author Paromita Goswami has weaved an emotional story of struggle, in the backdrop of social ostracism in India, and the plight of supposed illegal refugees who have come from Bangladesh to India.

Latika and Snehlata are two gentle souls who are example of those who rise above the discriminations and unjustice of the society.
Snehlata has provided living quarters for Shamsuddin for years.
Latika is back to her hometown, Guwahati after having known the fast life of a metro city.

The story of a simple man, Samsuddin. He leaves his village, works hard, lives through difficult times, feels guilty if he is not faithful to his wife. He does it all to make a good life for his family.
Things do not turn out as he expects them to.
Shattered and disappointed, Shamsuddin still holds on to hope.

Shamsuddin's Grave's pace is a little slow in places. But I think it serves the important purpose of giving details of the place and its' culture.

The story of Shamsuddin's Grave is a multi-layered one. Besides the main characters, there are many other that leave an impact.
The author has written characters who touch your heart as you relate to their emotions.

Each one has their own story to tell. Paromita Goswami makes a strong statement about the society through this book and makes you ponder over the many wrongs which we are so used to that we take them in our stride.

Shamsuddin's Grave touches on many social problems, but does not preach about them. At least, not too obviously.

The ending of Shamsuddin's Grave was a surprise. It made me smile (a little sadly), even as it sent a chill down my spine.
Does luck favour the ones who already have luck on their side, I wonder...

I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Shamsuddin’s Story
A land in the grip of communal riots. Where tension was prevailing from a very long time and when the whole of India is a silent bystander. Shamsuddin represents the minorities of this community. A man who comes to the city to earn his livelihood and in the process loses his family and his roots. He has only two options – to give up or to live on. He decides to side with life and becomes the backbone of this novel.
Snehlata’s story
One of the first settlers of this region after everything is lost in the partitions. How she survives and makes a life for herself is what brings hope to this story. Hope that forms the home of Shamsuddin.
Yet the community never stopped accusing Snehlata for allowing a Muslim to stay at her house premises.
Latika, the rebel-
​The young blood who challenges everything around her. The young girl who embarks on a journey without thinking of the consequences. Idealistic and fearless. I love the way Ms. Goswami has also shown the vulnerable side of hers. When feminism was dormant in her and when she thought that the blame of a broken marriage lay heavily on a woman’s shoulder.
Before he could complete Latika slapped him hard enough that made him lose his balance and send him fumbling for support.
I like this girl.

The Voice.
Ms. Goswami has quite a neutral voice. Throughout the novel, even in the communal fights, she has sown the seed of hope. When Shamsuddin trusts Snehlata with all his money and when Snehlata keeps him in the house, all add up to the main moral of the story. Trust by instinct. Similarly, crossing over the rift caused by Hindu-Muslim segregation is done through Latika when she offers food to Shamsuddin.

Cultural issues
Ms. Goswami seems to be very passionate about many topics that has been raised in this novel. From sex slaves to city migration, the author sketches them all – and a few incident will leave a lump in your throat.

The Love Story
Is diluted amongst the stronger issues involved in this novel. Though there are a few scattered romantic scenes between Latika and Debjyoti, yet they do not form the core of the story. In creating Latika’s personality- yes. In giving Latika a destination – yes. But nothing that contributed to her growth as a woman.

A Maze of Relationships
Though not one of the characters can be called the protagonist of the story, yet all have shown us the beautiful yet trouble infested state of Assam. The sensitivity with which the author has penned every character is evident. A motherless child – yet her feelings towards the lady, her father is in love with, are taken into consideration. The ending deserves a special mention since it carries the title on its shoulders. Till now I was very much perplexed about the title of the story. Wish the author had thought of a prologue here )

Reason for the Rating
1. The characters are well written and taken from everyday life. Not one character you can call larger than life. They can be anyone – anyone we know of.
2. The social issues of Assam will touch your heart.
3. Latika will remain with the readers for a long time.
4. If this author finds a good editor – her writing can create a few Bestselling novels in the literary genre.
5. The lovemaking scenes need some more work. The author’s lack of comfort level is evident in the penning of these scenes.
6. Relationships are well explored
7. The ending is the biggest satire of this novel.

WOULD I RECOMMEND THIS NOVEL?​​
​I would. Everytime you want to whine about how bad life is – read this book. It will make you feel grateful for the things that you have.
The ending of Shamsuddin's Grave The Story of a Homeless is what brings the title of the book in perspective and lets the reader understand the true plight of the immigrants and migrant laborers. A bit of materialism even where there is none such is the twist in the tale.

The concept and thought of the book is sound. The characters speak for themselves and the author, Paromita has drawn them well. Latika and her father, aunt and the scenes and setting etched of Shillong & Guwahati were so real. I have lived there so I could easily imagine it all. Debjoyti was another important character who could have been explored further, he was a mystery. He added a lot to the story but was heard and not seen much.

Latika’s personal life is on a similar thread along with Shamsuddin and the search for the missing girl. All this while love is found, missed and reclaimed. The story is narrated in parallel as the life of Latika and Shamsuddin intersect and move together. Shamsuddin is reeling from failure and Latika is trying to avoid it, by helping each other they find a common purpose in life.

A discarded soul he finds some care with the old lady, Latika’s aunt whose own children have moved away for work. She ignores the societal norms and lets a Muslim migrant work for her. The book is set in such a hopeful tone, looking for solutions, taking the first step and working for a better today.

The book has major issues in language and grammar. A thorough editing and spell check would have been a boon for this book. Sadly, it leaves a bad taste for the reader. I recommend the author get it professionally edited for the second edition. A well thought out story that does not get its due because of the language.