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The Henna Artist
A NEW YORK TIMES BEST SELLER
A REESE WITHERSPOON x HELLO SUNSHINE BOOK CLUB PICK
"Captivated me from the first chapter to the final page."—Reese Witherspoon
Vivid and compelling in its portrait of one woman’s struggle for fulfillment in a society pivoting between the traditional and the modern, The Henna Artist opens a door into a world that is at once lush and fascinating, stark and cruel.
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.
“Eloquent and moving…Joshi masterfully balances a yearning for self-discovery with the need for familial love.”—Publishers Weekly
Look for The Secret Keeper of Jaipur and The Perfumist of Paris from New York Times bestselling author Alka Joshi!
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Reviews
This book does exactly what a novel should do: transports you to a place and time completely. I loved every minute of this heartwarming story.
By Peonies+Magnokia
Beautifully written - I felt transported from the first page to the last! I didn’t want the story to end. I highly recommend this novel!
By Vgirl207
I enjoyed the characters and learning the traditions of India. I liked the story of how Lamski became a success and built her empire and lost it. The coming of the full circle that family is most important in life!
By mandolinda26
Love reading about India’s culture and find that in a patriarchal society, not to mention caste/racial differences, the norms are also prevalent in American culture. But to rise above whatever obstacles or challenges life offers is inspiring.
By a'pdfji;aosdihjf
Loved this book!
By Seamus2!