MIDNIGHT’S-CHILDREN

*Midnight’s Children* by Salman Rushdie is a mesmerizing tale blending history, fantasy, and magical realism. The novel follows Saleem Sinai, born at the exact moment of India’s independence in 1947, whose life becomes intertwined with the fate of the nation. Possessing telepathic powers, he connects with other children born in that historic hour, each with unique abilities. As Saleem's life unfolds amid political upheavals, Rushdie explores themes of identity, destiny, and national history in this epic, multi-generational masterpiece.