The Mysterious Ailment of Rupi Baskey: A Novel by Hansda Sowvendra Shekhar [Paperback]

The Mysterious Ailment of Rupi Baskey is the story of Rupi, a strong woman from the Santhal village of Kadamdihi, whose life falls apart after she contracts a mysterious illness caused by her rival, Gurubari. The novel revolves around the Baskey family—patriarch Somai, his daughter Putki, her husband Khorda, and their sons Sido and Doso—exploring their lives and struggles in a small, vibrant village. The book delves into themes of good and evil, the complexity of human emotions, and the powerful influence of gods and fate. It paints a vivid portrait of rural life and the interconnectedness of people and their community.