Going: Short Stories - Keki N. Daruwalla

Going: Short Stories

(Author: Keki N. Daruwalla)

‘Daruwalla manages to give us, in what seems like a grim subject, mystery, thrill, hope, heartbreak, and tear-jerker moments, all in… lucid writing that is engaging till the very last page.’ — The New New Indian Express

A masterwork of short fiction from one of India’s most celebrated literary icons, Going is a deeply moving exploration of the complex bonds that bind families together—and the quiet distance that can pull them apart.

In these unsparing, finely crafted stories, Keki N. Daruwalla examines how the family functions as both a sanctuary and a place of exile. A man renounces his household to become a monk, only to find himself haunted by vivid dreams of his mother. In another home, parents grapple with the decade-long disappearance of their son—the father refusing false hope while the mother clings fiercely to it. Elsewhere, an elderly Parsi couple lives alongside the haunting presence of their absent daughter, and a young woman visits her estranged grandmother for what may be the final time.

Written with the emotional precision of a poet and the observational sharpness of a master storyteller, Going offers an unforgettable study of grief, memory, love, and human connection.

Key Features:

• Masterclass in Indian Short Fiction: A poignant final collection of stories by Sahitya Akademi Award-winning poet and fiction writer Keki N. Daruwalla.

• Nuanced Exploration of Family Ties: Focuses on intergenerational dynamics, domestic silence, loss, and the intricate ties between parents and children.

• Poetic & Lucid Prose: Characterized by Daruwalla’s signature atmospheric depth, sharp wit, and profound empathy.

• Essential for Literary Fiction Lovers: Highly recommended for readers of modern Indian literature, short story collections, and domestic drama.