Aavinash Chaliha

The Falling Leaf Aavinash Chaliha

The Falling Leaf portrays the conflict between individuals and the society, quest for redemption, fate and loneliness. The plot dwells on the story of how individuals are but mere puppets in the hands of destiny. Some chose to rebel, whether they manage to succeed or not, making it an interesting read.

The story talks about three individuals, Abhishek, Amit and Piyushmita, and how their lives, and their destiny intertwined in the sifar of fate. The narrative begins in Kingsway Camp, Delhi and takes the reader through the venerable lanes of Chandni Chowk, and the taut serenity of Majnu Ka Tila before it reaches the city of Guwahati. The story is about the eccentricities of fate and how it shapes the lives of the individuals.