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A.B.C.D.s (American Born Confused Desis)

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This is a highly worthwhile read for all those who follow literature from or about South Asia as well as those who are intrigued by literature created by the clash and confluence of very different cultures. That it has been written by a seventeen year old high school senior makes it all the more remarkable. The characters are drawn with craft and aplomb and ring very true, most of the times. The writing style has poise and flair and the promise of greater things to come. One of the most enjoyable features of the novel are the highly apt and poignant quotations from a broad range of books and movies which appear at the inception of every chapter. They almost always set the mood for what is to follow. The flaws in the plot are few and far between and pardonable for one so young. The positive attributes on the other hand are many and worth praising. This is not just a book for teenagers but has a broad appeal and great capacity to both mentally provoke and entertain. A very welcome and pleasant addition to the books in this genre.

A.B.C.D.s is an aboslutely hillarious description of a couple of mixed-up teens trying to find their own sense of cultural identity. Their absurd antics and escapades make the novel hysterically funny!

Somewhat enjoyable romp, albeit childish writing style, that passes for light fare. Very quick read. It IS impressive that a teenager wrote this and made it to the market. Don't expect too much commentary about the juxtaposition of two cultures.

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