Reviews: "An adrenaline-charged exploration of Mumbai with two likable guides." – Kirkus Reviews "The author's use of candid, descriptive passages, interlaced with action, adventure and humour creates a story that is expertly woven together to reveal cultural details that often derail Dylan's good intentions.
As the strength of their friendship is tested repeatedly, Dylan and Rohit each discover something unique about themselves and each other! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED !!" – Karen Upper, Educator, Librarian, Near North District School Board "MISSION MUMBAI by Mahtab Narsimhan is a fun and exciting exploration of family, friendship, and life in Mumbai. It will have you laughing and crying while rooting for the Fellowship of Dylan and Rohit." – Zoraida, YABC Review "…the boy’s friendship, and their reluctance to tell each other their true feelings, is as real as it gets, and their hilarious adventures in an exotic land will keep readers fascinated. With its feet planted firmly on both sides of the Atlantic, Mission Mumbai is as entertaining as it is enlightening." – CM Magazine "This book made me so HUNGRY. All the amazing detail on food was utterly mouthwatering. Oh yes, and it was also an exciting story about friendship, different families and different cultures. The immersive descriptions of India brought the scenes to life beautifully, and the heart and humour made for a hugely fun book." – Kate Blair, Author The Magpie’s Library, Tangled Planet, Transferral "The boys' interchanges are very true to life, and it's refreshing to see a story with such a firm friendship, despite the difficulties the boys encounter. The best part of this book was the descriptions of Mumbai... and of food! I am so hungry for Indian food right now because of all the detailed discussion of samomas, jelabis and all manner of dinners, snacks and drinks. I found myself getting distracted looking up pictures of Marine Drive and Chowpatty Beach!" – Ms. Yingling Reads, Books for Middle Grades "This is a fun and engaging novel." – Oregon Coast Youth Book Preview Center "Lots of action and interesting details about traveling and life in India! This is a great read for students who are interested in adventure and travel. I found it interesting the way the author depicted the boys interacting with people of all different social classes, showing that everyone had their own problems and joys. For students who have never been to India, this book provides a great snapshot of what life might be like." – Andrea L. Mack, Teacher and Writer