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Amitava Chaudhuri’s Acts of Sanctification is an intense political drama that blurs the line between personal choices and public consequences. The story revolves around Rohit, a young engineer leading an ordinary life until a fateful slap on Murliji, the formidable MLA of his region, hurls him into the unforgiving world of politics. What begins as an impulsive act soon transforms into a full-fledged electoral battle—one that forces Rohit to confront not just his rival, but also the shadows of his own past. Chaudhuri paints Rohit as a relatable, flawed protagonist—an everyman whose college romance with Saanjh resurfaces years later in the form of vengeance. The novel skillfully interweaves this personal history with larger political machinations, showing how politics has the power to expose, twist, and weaponise private lives. Through characters like Marutibhai, Rohit’s political mentor, the narrative underscores the bitter truth: stepping into politics means surrendering privacy, relationships, and even one’s identity to public scrutiny. The novel thrives on its simplicity of language and realism. From campus days to campaign trails, the pacing keeps readers hooked, and the conspiracies, betrayals, and moral dilemmas carry the narrative forward with a raw intensity. In a nutshell, Acts of Sanctification isn’t just about winning elections—it is about the cost of ambition, the fragility of reputation, and the storm one faces when past mistakes collide with political aspirations. It is a poignant reminder that in politics, victory is never absolute—it always demands a price.

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