Debating Darcy

In Debating Darcy, bestselling author Sayantani DasGupta offers a humorous and insightful retelling of Pride and Prejudice, set against the backdrop of high school speech competitions. Leela Bose, a fiercely competitive debater, finds herself at odds with the arrogant Firoze Darcy, a fellow competitor from an elite school. As they face off in the state league, Leela’s initial disdain for Firoze begins to shift, leading her to question her judgments and what truly matters in the heat of competition. This refreshing narrative captures the nuances of modern American high school life while exploring themes of rivalry, love, and self-discovery.