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Renowned British-American publishing house HarperCollins is set to release "Carnivore," the latest novel by acclaimed author Kazi Anis Ahmed. The book delves into the extraordinary and unconventional path a Bangladeshi chef, an immigrant in New York, takes to earn money.
HarperCollins announced that the 320-page novel, "Carnivore," will be published on June 30th. It is currently available for pre-order on Amazon and will be accessible in print and online formats across the UK, Ireland, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia. The book is slated for release in the United States and North America in March of next year. In Bangladesh, an Indian paperback edition will be available at Bookworm Dhaka and other bookstores, priced at 800 BDT.
Early Praise for 'Carnivore'
"Carnivore" has already garnered significant praise from prominent literary figures. British author Vaseem Khan lauded Kazi Anis Ahmed's sharp writing, noting how it perfectly aligns with the novel's darker narrative twists. Khan stated, "Through the luxury of food and the distortion of taste, he exposes the horrific ugliness of growing class divisions in society."
British journalist Nina Bhadreshwar offered her own compelling endorsement, describing "Carnivore" as "a thriller, a diasporic drama, and a billionaire club satire rolled into one." She highlighted the protagonist, Cash, an "unassuming Bengali immigrant" who runs a Manhattan restaurant known for its innovative flavors but finds himself "millions in debt to some shady Russian businessmen." Bhadreshwar added, "It's an important lesson about India, Bangladesh, and colonialism."
About the Author
Kazi Anis Ahmed grew up in Dhaka, Bangladesh, and completed his PhD in the United States. His previous works include a collection of short stories, a novella, and a novel. He has also contributed opinion pieces to various national and international publications, including The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Guardian, The Observer, and The Financial Times.
