The Circle of Karma

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The story follows Tsomo, a fifteen-year-old girl from Bhutan, who embarks on a transformative journey after her mother's death. Driven by a desire to honor her mother, she travels to distant villages, lighting ritual butter lamps along the way. As she navigates her path through Bhutan and India, Tsomo encounters various life experiences that foster her personal growth and self-discovery. Kunzang Choden's rich prose intricately captures the rituals and complexities of life in Bhutan, making this novel a significant contribution to feminist literature.