Looking for novels based on partition? here quick list of 7 must reads for you.

Train to Pakistan by Khushwant Singh

Publication Year: 1956

Pages: 181

Theme: This novel revolves around the tragic and horrifying events of partition, highlighting the human aspect and dilemma during that period.

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A Bend in the Ganges by Manohar Malgonkar

Publication Year: 1964

Pages: 336

Theme: The book explores the lives of three people affected by the partition of India and their struggle to adapt to the new socio-political reality.

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Tamas by Bhisham Sahni

Publication Year: 1974

Pages: 360

Theme: The novel vividly portrays the communal violence and brutalities inflicted during the partition of India.

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Midnight's Children by Salman Rushdie

Publication Year: 1981

Pages: 647

Theme: The book narrates the story of a child born at the stroke of midnight when India became independent, intertwining his life with the fate of the nation.

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Clear Light of Day by Anita Desai

Publication Year: 1980

Pages: 192

Theme: The novel focuses on the life of a family in Old Delhi before and after the partition, illustrating the personal and societal changes triggered by the historic event.

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Ice-Candy-Man by Bapsi Sidhwa

Publication Year: 1988

Pages: 289

Theme: The novel gives a child's perspective on the horrific events following the partition of India, through the eyes of a Parsi girl.

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The Shadow Lines by Amitav Ghosh

Publication Year: 1988

Pages: 246

Theme: The novel explores the memories of a family living through the tumultuous events of partition and their aftermath.

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So, these seven books give you a good peek into the partition story, sure there are more out there and Don't forget Saadat Hasan Manto; his short stories really bring the time to life such as Toba Tek Singh and Khol Do etc. leave your suggestions in the comments. 

Happy reading.

Love nidhi.