A review by maithreyi
Bombay Blues by Tanuja Desai Hidier

3.0

Got this from Net Galley. Had mixed feelings, but mostly positive, about "Born Confused", but read it in high school. I remember Dimple's revelations on straddling the cultural divide reminded me of my own experiences. It is so refreshing to check in with her a few years into college and see that we're still on the same page, especially with the introduction of desis-from-india vs desis-from-america dichotomies. The writing felt more rich and vivid than "Born Confused" and the themes explored have matured with the characters (infidelity, first-loves, LGBTQ+). Overall, it was a really compelling read. Though I personally didn't connect very much with the clubbing/partying/DJing scenes, I liked how they reflected Dimple's own growth and point of view as an artist.