THE MIDDLE FINGER by Saikat Majumdar

Discovering new fame as a poet, Megha, a rising writing lecturer in New Jersey, faces the ethical complexities of friendship and intimacy with her students. As she relocates to New Delhi for a new position, she is confronted with a privileged university setting and a duty to educate and mentor India's elite. But when she forms a close bond with an unexpected friend, her role as a teacher is challenged and she must navigate questions of belonging and mentorship. With eloquent prose, The Middle Finger delves into the blurred lines between teacher and student, societal expectations, and the power dynamics within the world of academia.