{"product_id":"the-daughters-of-madurai-9781398707283","title":"The Daughters of Madurai","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e''\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eOh my goodness. If I could give this book 6 stars out of 5 I would'' \u003c\/i\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e''One of those books that will stay with me for years and decades to come...'' \u003c\/i\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e''Grabbed my heart and wouldn''t let go!'' \u003c\/i\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e''A joy to read'' \u003c\/i\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003cbr\u003e_____________________________________________________________\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eA temple city in lush southern India, Madurai is bustling with pilgrims and steeped in history and tradition. Yet not all traditions should be upheld...\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e1992\u003c\/b\u003e. As a low-caste cleaner for a wealthy family, Janani''s duty has always been quiet obedience. Even at home, her mother-in-law''s word is law. Janani has never dared to dream of a different life. But now, she has something she''ll do anything to protect... even if it means losing everything she''s ever known.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExquisitely drawn, this book will pull you in from the first page. Nila and Janani's stories are delicately woven together and the sights, sounds and smells of India are so vivid. Heartrending but ultimately hopeful, this is a richly evocative and spellbinding book which will touch your soul. I raced through it as I was desperate to know what happens, but now I will return to read it more slowly and savour every word. * Veronica Henry *\u003cbr\u003eA haunting, powerful novel. * Thrity Umrigar *\u003cbr\u003eAn absolutely beautiful debut about motherhood, family, friendship, and love. It tackles immensely difficult themes with such grace and tenderness. I can't wait to read more from Rajasree. * Jyoti Patel *\u003cbr\u003eA truly powerful story that remains with you long after the final word has been read. * GLAMOUR *\u003cbr\u003eUtterly devastating and quietly hopeful. * WOMAN'S OWN *\u003cbr\u003eThis raw and moving debut packs a punch. * PLATINUM *\u003cbr\u003eHeart-breaking, emotional and thought-provoking... this book will stay with me for a long time. * Aliya Ali-Afzal, author of Would I Lie to You? *\u003cbr\u003eA captivating and riveting debut from an unforgettable new voice. * Louise O'Neill *\u003cbr\u003eOnce read it is not easily forgotten. -- Fanny Blake * DAILY MAIL *\u003cbr\u003eMadurai is brought to life in vivid descriptions of ornate, colourful temples, hectic streets and delicious meals... You won't be able to put down this compelling novel. -- Elizabeth Archer * SUNDAY EXPRESS S MAGAZINE *\u003cbr\u003eTHE DAUGHTERS OF MADURAI is an assured and accomplished debut about the courage of women. I cared deeply about the brave and loving Janani, fighting against misogyny and tradition to save her unborn child in India; I identified strongly with Australian Nila, raised in the diaspora, who is torn between culture and identity. It's a beautiful story, hauntingly written, and I look forward to more from Rajasree Variyar. * Julie Cohen *\u003cbr\u003ePowerful and important. * Karen Angelico *\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orion Publishing Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48738835726679,"sku":"9781398707283","price":9.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781398707283.jpg?v=1720050335","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/the-daughters-of-madurai-9781398707283","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}