What books do you want to read?

This question feels both easy and difficult to answer. Easy because I know exactly what my TBR looks like, and difficult because if I were to list everything, this blog would never end!

So, I’ll take the liberty of narrowing it down to the top 5 books I’m eager to read:

1. The Fountainhead by Ayn Rand

• Published in 1943, this novel was Ayn Rand’s first major literary success. It explores themes of individualism, creativity, and the pursuit of personal integrity.

2. Yayati by V.S. Khandekar

• Written in 1959, this Marathi historical novel is one of Khandekar’s finest works. It reimagines the story of King Yayati from the Mahabharata, delving into themes of desire and responsibility.

3. Tomb of Sand by Geetanjali Shree

• Originally written in Hindi as Ret Samadhi, this celebrated novel became the first Indian-language book to win the International Booker Prize in 2022. It’s a profound exploration of trauma, identity, and the legacy of Partition.

4. Norwegian Wood by Haruki Murakami

• This beloved novel, first published in 1987, is inspired by The Beatles’ song “Norwegian Wood.” It’s a poignant story of love, loss, and nostalgia, set in 1960s Japan.

5. The Rape of Kuwait by Jean Sasson

• A gripping non-fiction account of Iraq’s invasion of Kuwait on August 2, 1990, this book chronicles the atrocities endured by the Kuwaiti population during the occupation and their resilience in the face of unimaginable hardship.