In 'The Association of Small Bombs', Karan Mahajan explores the rippling impact of a terrorist attack in a crowded Delhi market. The narrative weaves the lives of the Khurana boys, who perish, and their friend Mansoor, who survives only to struggle with the aftermath. The story expands from India to America and back, delving into the minds of not just the victims, but also their families and even the bomb maker himself. As Mansoor grows up navigating his trauma, the novel paints a complex portrait of life post-terrorism, where allegiances, guilt, and humanity intertwine.