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Amitav Ghosh

"Ibis Trilogy" series

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The Ibis Trilogy is a captivating historical fiction series by renowned author Amitav Ghosh. Set against the backdrop of the 19th-century Opium Wars, the series consists of three novels: "Sea of Poppies," "River of Smoke," and "Flood of Fire." "Sea of Poppies" introduces readers to a diverse cast of characters from India, China, and the United States, as they navigate the opium trade and the perilous journey onboard the Ibis, a ship transporting indentured laborers to Mauritius. "River of Smoke" continues the story, focusing on the lives of several characters from the first book, as they become entangled in the complex web of international trade and politics in Canton, China. "Flood of Fire" concludes the series, bringing the various storylines together in a thrilling climax during the First Opium War. Ghosh masterfully weaves together historical events, cultural nuances, and compelling narratives to create an immersive and thought-provoking reading experience. The Ibis Trilogy is a must-read for fans of historical fiction, adventure, and intricate storytelling...

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Amitav Ghosh

Sea of Poppies

The first book in the Ibis Trilogy, Sea of Poppies, is a sweeping tale of adventure that follows a diverse group of characters as they navigate the opium trade in mid-19th century India. With its rich historical detail and engaging narrative, this book is a must-read for fans of the trilogy.

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Salman Rushdie

Midnight's Children

Like the Ibis Trilogy, Midnight's Children is a sweeping historical epic that explores the complex history of India in the 20th century. With its magical realism and engaging narrative, this book is a classic of modern literature that fans of the Ibis Trilogy are sure to enjoy.

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Amitav Ghosh

The Glass Palace

Set against the backdrop of the British invasion of Burma in the late 19th century, The Glass Palace is a sprawling tale of love, loss, and adventure. With its rich historical detail and engaging narrative, this book is a great choice for fans of the Ibis Trilogy.

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Amitav Ghosh

The Hungry Tide

Set in the Sundarbans region of India, The Hungry Tide is a thrilling tale of adventure and survival. With its rich historical and cultural detail, this book is a great choice for fans of the Ibis Trilogy who are looking for a similar immersive reading experience.

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Kiran Desai

The Inheritance of Loss

Like the Ibis Trilogy, The Inheritance of Loss explores the complex history of India and its relationship with the wider world. With its engaging narrative and rich historical detail, this book is a great choice for fans of the Ibis Trilogy.

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Aravind Adiga

The White Tiger

The White Tiger is a darkly comic tale of ambition and social class in modern India. With its engaging narrative and sharp social commentary, this book is a great choice for fans of the Ibis Trilogy who are looking for a more contemporary setting.

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Rohinton Mistry

A Fine Balance

Set in India in the 1970s, A Fine Balance is a powerful tale of love, loss, and survival. With its rich historical detail and engaging narrative, this book is a great choice for fans of the Ibis Trilogy.

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Amitav Ghosh

The Calcutta Chromosome

The Calcutta Chromosome is a thrilling tale of mystery and adventure that explores the hidden history of medical science in colonial India. With its engaging narrative and rich historical detail, this book is a great choice for fans of the Ibis Trilogy who are looking for something a little different.

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