Review: Chopped Green Chillies in Vanilla Ice Cream

I found this novel rich in atmosphere, deftly structured and full of characters and relationships that felt honest, nuanced and deep. You explore the friendships between these boys with grace and humor, and it has been a long time since I’ve read a friendship novel that I like as much as this one.

• ELEANOR JACKSON

(Literary Agent, Elaine Markson Literary Agency, New York)

A tale to savour. It is an insider’s take on an unfettered childhood in Kolkata. Toronto-based Sam Mukherjee sets the scene with a few deft strokes. Chopped Green Chillies in Vanilla Ice Cream is a taste of the familiar with an unexpected twist.

• SHAGORIKA EASWAR
  (DESI NEWS, TORONTO)

Interesting characters with a crisp moving plot make the book a fascinating read. The book will allure both young and old as it hints at the middle class ideals and kindles the sentiments of the children as well as the parents. At the same time, it depicts the confused and fun-loving side of the youth.

• PRACHI MEHROTRA
  (THE SUNDAY INDIAN)