An Indian friend of mine recommended I read Holy Cow by Sarah McDonald before we go to India. It's the true story of an Australian journalist who moves to India and goes on a voyage of discovery. It doesn't specifically feature Goa, but it gives a good flavour of what India is like. My husband is reading it now (and he NEVER reads books I recommend) and he's thoroughly enjoying it too.
I've also ordered two books at the libraray Karma Cola and Chasing the Monsoon - both of which feature Goa.
Are there any other Indian/Goan inspired novels or tales you would recommend?
You could try Shantaram by Gregory David Roberts. It's a long read but he captures the essence of India and its people brilliantly.
He's an escaped Australian prisoner and heroin addict and the first part of the book is supposed to be autobiographical- the second half doesn't quite match up to the first for me but it's an interesting and engrossing read.
http://www.shantaram.com/
He's an escaped Australian prisoner and heroin addict and the first part of the book is supposed to be autobiographical- the second half doesn't quite match up to the first for me but it's an interesting and engrossing read.
http://www.shantaram.com/
Thanks guys! I'll add both to my list.
My friend told me about Holy Cow by Sarah McDonald and he strongly recommended me this book. Now I defiantly going to read it, so thanks))))))))) 
just ordered HolyCow and while looking came across Yoga School Dropout which looked interesting so have ordered that too. Roll on holiday so I can start reading
If you do a search for the thread - Books on India recommendations, there are lot's of good reads mentioned, and where you can exchange and buy second hand books in Goa.
xx lassi
xx lassi
Shantaram is my favourite book! You either cry with laughing or cry with emotion! I love a good cry!! 
East of the Sun..by Julie Gregson is supposed to be a good read about 3 girls who live out their experiences in India..Will be ordering that very soon..
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