Ambai, also known as C.S. Lakshmi, is a celebrated Tamil writer best known for her poignant narratives on feminist themes, and insightful portrayals of human emotion and social complexity.
<p><br></p><p>Suspense, intrigue, and astute social commentary converge in these fourdetective stories by Sahitya Akademi award-winning Tamil author Ambai.</p><p>Private eye Sudha Gupta is on a mission to uncover Mumbai’s underbelly,where injustice and violence lurk in unexpected corners. Wherever theace detectives goes, whether to swanky apartments or humble chawls,she discovers new ideas and versions of Mumbai. ‘A Room Measuring 250</p><p>Square Feet’ tackles taboos and secrets, ‘The Death of a Sarus Crane’explores privilege and tragedy, while ‘Sepal’ delves into forbidden love, and</p><p>the poignant finale, ‘Bun, Maska and Irani Chai’, courageously redefinesbelonging and friendship.Through each mystery, involving a complex interplay of people and social forces, Ambai’s narrative remains clear and effortless. Relying on a small entourage of friends, Sudha Gupta delivers a unique perspective on Mumbai that we overlook.</p>
