Once I began reading Grace: Stories of Kolkata and its people, I could hardly put the book down. As Chekhov did for rural Russia, Suchitra Samanta brings alive the people of Calcutta who navigate conflicts, relationships, and personal transformations. Read this book if you would like to learn more about the complex tapestry that is Calcutta, its people, and their devotion. Definitely read this book if you would like to be deeply moved by the beautifully written stories of resilience, hope, compassion, and grace.