Dive into a world brimming with passion, intrigue, and dramatic twists, all inspired by the vibrant energy of the Indian film industry. This saga follows the journeys of ambitious individuals as they navigate their paths to fame, love, and recognition within the dazzling yet demanding realm of Bollywood. Each installment offers a unique perspective on the dreams, sacrifices, and unexpected alliances that shape the lives and careers of stars and those in their orbit. It's a celebration of resilience, family ties, and the indomitable spirit of the human heart.
"Mili Rathod hasn't seen her husband in twenty years--not since she was promised to him at the age of four. Yet marriage has allowed Mili a freedom rarely given to girls in her village. Her grandmother has even allowed her to leave India and study in America for eight months, all to make her the perfect modern wife. Which is exactly what Mili longs to be--if her husband would just come and claim her"--Page 4 of cover.
Recognized by multiple prestigious lists, this book has garnered acclaim for its engaging narrative and memorable characters. It explores themes of love and connection, skillfully weaving a story that resonates with readers. With its inclusion in various best-of-the-year selections, it promises a captivating reading experience that combines emotional depth and literary merit, appealing to fans of romance and contemporary fiction alike.
Dr. Nikhil 'Nic' Joshi had it all-marriage, career, purpose. Until, while working for Doctors Without Borders in a Mumbai slum, his wife, Jen, discovered a black market organ transplant ring. Before she could expose the truth, Jen was killed. Two years after the tragedy, Nic is a cruise ship doctor who spends his days treating seasickness and sunburn and his nights in a boozy haze. On one of those blurry evenings on deck, Nic meets a woman who makes a startling claim- she received Jen's heart in a transplant and has a message for him. Nic wants to discount Jess Koirala's story as absurd, but there's something about her reckless desperation that resonates despite his doubts. Jess has spent years working her way out of a nightmarish life in Calcutta and into a respectable Bollywood dance troupe. Now she faces losing the one thing that matters-her young son, Joy. She needs to uncover the secrets Jen risked everything for; but the unforeseen bond that results between her and Nic is both a lifeline and a perilous complication. Delving beyond the surface of modern Indian-American life, acclaimed author Sonali Dev's page-turning novel is both riveting and emotionally rewarding-an extraordinary story of human connection, bravery, and hope.
Kimaya, whose name means "miracle," is cherished by her family as their first surviving child after several losses. Living in a luxurious mansion in Mumbai, her life takes a turn at eleven when a rare illness confines her to a sterile environment. Isolated from the outside world, her only companion is the view of the Arabian Sea—until an unexpected visitor enters her life, challenging her solitude and changing her perspective. The story explores themes of resilience, connection, and the transformative power of friendship.