An excerpt from the Preface to the new edition of ‘The Book of Shadows’, by Namita Gokhale. The novel was first published in 1999. 1 Rush Hour: BJP promises UCC in Uttar Pradesh, Saurav Das faces HC notice over nationality & more. 2 Madras HC issues notice on plea seeking probe into CJP leader Saurav Das’ nationality. 3 How the touristification and casinofication of Panjim have made life miserable for residents.