Immigrant, Montana: A novel by Amitava Kumar

Immigrant, Montana is an exploration of life in contemporary America, as seen through the eyes of one immigrant family.

The novel centers around Avinash, a middle-aged Indian immigrant who is on the brink of achieving the American dream. Avinash moved to the United States 20 years ago in search of a better life and now works in a small town in Montana alongside his wife, Rajni, and their two children, Rina and Devro. He hopes to finally experience the financial freedom and stability that will allow him to provide his children with a better life than he had growing up.

Avinash is determined to give his children a unique opportunity: the chance to attend college and build a successful career. However, his hopes and dreams soon become overshadowed by realities such as money and immigration paperwork. For example, when the family has difficulty obtaining proper working permits, Avinash does whatever he can to keep them in the country legally, including taking on extra jobs and dealing with corrupt immigration officials.

The novel also delves into the strained relationship between Avinash and Rajni, who he married in India, as well as between their children, Rina and Devro. Rajni struggles to adjust to life in the United States, dealing with cultural clashes and the difficulties of being a foreign-born wife. Meanwhile, Rina and Devro are forced to confront the different expectations of each of their parents, a struggle that threatens to tear them apart.

Immigrant, Montana is a vivid and moving exploration of the immigration experience, as well as a heartfelt family portrait. With its engaging characters and compelling story, this novel is an insightful and timely look at life in America. It is full of surprises and offers readers a unique perspective on the immigrants’ experience. The book also forces readers to confront their own assumptions about the American dream and the reality of what it means to be an immigrant in a country of many cultures.