#vinod busjeet

There aren’t many Indo-Mauritian authors on the world stage, and still fewer who write their debut novels past the age of 70 – so Vinod Busjeet is a rare treasure.

Busjeet is descended from Indian laborers brought to Mauritius by the French and English colonizers who ruled the island for hundreds of years; his novel, through the life of its fictional protagonist, deals with that critical history and the complicated tapestry of cultures that covers Mauritius.

“Small flaws mar the narrative,” says critic Jenny Bhatt, “nevertheless, as an intelligent, witty, and compassionate rendering of a full and rich world, it is a much-needed addition to the small body of contemporary Mauritian literature.” Read her full review here.

– Petra