Hi DP: I am not a book person, but occasionally I ponder upon (I hope I use the right word) articles, journals and publications. So I am completely out of the world of Kiran Desai and any writers. I did not bother googling or wikepeding (I hope it is a correct word) upon her and her book, but could you please throw some insight to us on her this particular book, especially how she characterizes the people of Kalimpong/Darjeeling. Could you please be specific about her accusations or her perception on the people. I am really curious 'cause I know some friends from that region and they are the most friendliest and nicest Nepalese people I have met so far. Just curious...