Narcopolis
Narcopolis
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2012
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Mumbai, India • 1970s
2012
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Narcopolis by Jeet Thayil explores the underbelly of 1970s and 1980s Bombay through the experiences of individuals connected by an opium den. It reflects on themes of addiction, desire, and the socio-political changes of the era, painting a vivid portrait of the city's complex, intersecting lives.
Dark
Mysterious
Gritty
Melancholic
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Jeet Thayil's Narcopolis is praised for its poetic prose and vivid depiction of Bombay's opium dens. Readers appreciate the immersive atmosphere and complex characters, but some find its narrative structure disjointed. The novel's exploration of addiction and existential themes is noted as both challenging and captivating.
Who Should Read Narcopolis?
Fans of Narcopolis by Jeet Thayil will relish gritty, poetic narratives exploring addiction and urban life. Similar to readers of Trainspotting by Irvine Welsh and Shantaram by Gregory David Roberts, they appreciate complex character studies set against exotic backdrops with raw, immersive prose.
8,308 ratings
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Novel • Fiction
Mumbai, India • 1970s
2012
Adult
18+ years
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