India Be Damned

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Set against the backdrop of India's tumultuous transition to independence, the narrative follows a diverse group of individuals grappling with the impending end of British rule. As the last Viceroy, Lord Mountbatten, accelerates the process, tensions rise, leading to a violent upheaval. The characters, including Indian freedom fighters and British expatriates, navigate a landscape of love, paranoia, and shifting loyalties, culminating in a gripping exploration of hope and despair. Peter Popham's debut weaves a rich tapestry of the era's complexities and emotional stakes.