The henna artist. [kit]

The henna artist. [kit]

By
Joshi, Alka.

Publication Date
2020

Volume
bk. 1

Physical Description
Books.+ 1 discussion question booklet + 1 biographical booklet.

Subject Term
Young women -- India -- Fiction.
 
Mehndi (Body painting) -- Fiction.
 
Domestic fiction.

Geographic Term
India -- History -- 1947- -- Fiction.

Genre
Historical fiction.

Series
JAIPUR TRILOGY ;
 
BOOKCLUB KIT
 
BOOKCLUB KIT.

Summary
Escaping from an abusive marriage, seventeen-year-old Lakshmi makes her way alone to the vibrant 1950s pink city of Jaipur. There she becomes the most highly requested henna artist--and confidante--to the wealthy women of the upper class. But trusted with the secrets of the wealthy, she can never reveal her own. Known for her original designs and sage advice, Lakshmi must tread carefully to avoid the jealous gossips who could ruin her reputation and her livelihood. As she pursues her dream of an independent life, she is startled one day when she is confronted by her husband, who has tracked her down these many years later with a high-spirited young girl in tow--a sister Lakshmi never knew she had. Suddenly the caution that she has carefully cultivated as protection is threatened. Still she perseveres, applying her talents and lifting up those that surround her as she does.

Audience
For bookclub participants.

Language
English

ISBN
9780778310204


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