This author explores the complexities of relationships and cultural clashes with a keen eye for detail and insightful perception. Her works often delve into themes of identity, tradition, versus modernity, guiding readers through richly depicted worlds. With masterful storytelling and compelling characters, she crafts narratives that are both thought-provoking and emotionally resonant. Her literary approach is characterized by a profound understanding of the human psyche.
Revolt is the tale of three wealthy sisters and the problems that no amount of money can solve. There is a daughter, abandoned because of an impulsive marriage, an aunt who pines for lost love, and a bridegroom with the biggest problem of them all.
Tells the tale of three young women: Naghmana - the stranger from the city; Chaudharani Kaniz - the village land baron, and Gulshan - the innocent wife. One is caught in the arms of another woman's husband in the middle of the night; another was raped in her youth; and the third woman lost her husband to a stranger and her mother vowed revenge.
Ranging widely across both historical periods and national boundaries, Qaisra Shahraz's new collection of short stories speaks powerfully to the burning ethical issues of the twenty-first century.
Set against the backdrop of a wealthy Muslim community, the story explores themes of love, betrayal, and the clash between modernity and tradition. Zarrie Bano, a glamorous heiress, finds her romantic plans thwarted by her father's disapproval of her fiancé, Sikander. Following a tragic accident, her father enforces an ancient tradition that forces her into celibacy and a life as her clan's 'holy woman.' The narrative unfolds across contemporary Pakistan, London, and Egypt, highlighting the complexities of familial duty and personal desire.
A powerful and compelling family drama, this is a romantic story of love and betrayal set in a wealthy Muslim community, with all the pressures and conflicts that modern life and old traditions bring.