The Mysterious Ailment of Rupi Baskey

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Set in the Santhal village of Kadamdihi, the narrative follows Rupi, once a strong woman, who faces a debilitating illness after a rivalry with Gurubari. The story intricately weaves the lives of the Baskey family, including patriarch Somai, his spirited daughter Putki, and her devoted husband Khorda, against the backdrop of village life. Through their intertwined fates, the novel delves into themes of good and evil, community dynamics, and the complex workings of the human heart and mind, offering a rich portrayal of resilience and societal observation.