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A literary fiction novel that unfolds in a single, high-stakes moment: nine strangers are trapped in a visa office inside an Indian consulate after a massive earthquake shakes an American city. The central thread is the human need to connect, endure, and find meaning when life teeters on the edge of the unimaginable. The intended reader is adults who savor character-driven stories that probe identity, belonging, and moral choices. The emotional tone shifts from tense and somber to hopeful and life-affirming, with moments of warmth and quiet humor. The reading experience is story-led and voice-rich, shifting between the present danger of confinement and the private histories each person carries. The reader moves through intimate revelations as the group agrees to tell “one amazing thing” from their lives, a device that deepens empathy while revealing the fragility and resilience of ordinary people under pressure. The result is a tightly textured journey that blends suspense with reflective, humane storytelling. This is a novel about lives crossing under pressure, where dialogue, memory, and memory-triggering anecdotes illuminate larger truths about fear, faith, love, and responsibility. The diverse perspectives—across ages, backgrounds, and beliefs—create a mosaic of humanity, inviting readers to reconsider what it means to be connected to others in moments of crisis. The storytelling within the narrative acts as both shelter and revelation, guiding readers toward a deeper appreciation for the power of shared narratives. - A contained, tense setting that fuels multiple perspectives and intimate confessions - Nine voices from different backgrounds exploring identity, resilience, and forgiveness - Stories within the main narrative that illuminate universal questions about belonging and purpose - Lyrical, precise prose with a cinematic pacing that mirrors real-time pressure - A reflective reading experience that lingeringly emphasizes empathy and human connection Readers finish with a heightened sense of empathy and a renewed curiosity about the small, extraordinary moments that shape a life. The book builds confidence in confronting difficult truths, fosters curiosity about others’ experiences, and leaves a lasting impression of courage, compassion, and the enduring power of storytelling.

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Author

Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni

Publisher

Penguin Random House

Number of Pages

210

Language

English

SKU

9780143416555

ISBN

9780143416555

Reading Age

All

Dimensions

20x14x4cm

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Paperback

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Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni

Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni’S Books Include The Bestselling Novels The Mistress Of Spices (Longlisted For The Orange Prize), Queen Of Dreams And Sister Of My Heart, The Prizewinning Story Collections Arranged Marriage And The Unknown Errors Of Our Livescans The ‘Conch Bearer’ Series For Children. She Teaches Creative Writing At The University Of Houston. Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni Is An Award-Winning And Bestselling Author, Poet, Activist And Teacher Of Writing. Her Work Has Been Published Widely, In Magazines And Anthologies, And Her Books Have Been Translated Into Twenty-Nine Languages. Several Of Her Works Have Been Made Into Films And Plays. Her Last Novel Was The Bestseller, The Forest Of Enchantments, A Retelling Of The Ramayana In Sita'S Voice. She Lives In Houston With Her Husband Murthy And Has Two Sons, Anand And Abhay. She Teaches In The Internationally Acclaimed Creative Writing Programme At The University Of Houston. Chitra Tweets @Cdivakaruni And She Loves To Connect With Her Readers On Her Facebook Page: Https://Www.Facebook.Com/Chitradivakaruni/

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