The Laugh of the Vanquished

James never thinks that his life will take a bitter turn after his family moves to a totally strange area. His loving father becomes a drunk and the biggest problem the family has to put up with. Having robbed of an enjoyable childhood, he is lured to the pleasures of the world. If Daisy Chechi, his elder cousin hooks him for a tumultuous erotic relationship, Janu, the daughter of his uncle's neighbour consumes much of his teenage charm. But, that's not all. Life has much more gloom in store for him. Every time, when it darkens his horizon, he fights it out with remarkable resilience. With the arrival of Jancy, his sweetheart into the scene, the evolution of his becoming a desirable righteous young man is complete. As usual, the ugly face of life once again shatters his dreams and aspirations. His love confronts the most calamitous moments of her life. Will she survive? Will James be able to secure her? The unfolding events of the novel leave you ecstatic, helpless and at times furious. It will never allow you to be out of it once you begin.