Gregory David Roberts, an armed robber and heroin addict, escaped from an Australian prison to India. There he established a free health clinic, worked for the mafia, found time to learn Hindi and Marathi, fell in love and went to prison. In case anyone thought he was slacking, he also acted in Bollywood and fought the Mujahedeen in Afghanistan... And amazing and often beautiful saga!

This is a perfect novel for a long, cozy weekend. It is sharp, funny and intriguing, with a truly epic scope.