About the Book: In this powerful memoir, Neyaz Farooquee reflects on how the 2008 Batla House encounter reshaped his life, exploring the lasting impact of identity, prejudice, and suspicion in contemporary India. With honesty, wit, and insight, he examines themes of religion, discrimination, social stereotypes, belonging, and everyday resilience while challenging assumptions about what it means to be seen as “normal.” A compelling work of literary nonfiction, this book offers a deeply personal perspective on identity, community, and modern Indian society.