Distinctly feminine, this novel explores the life of Akhila who had to give up her dreams to become the family breadwinner. Akhila's life is examined through the lives of other women in the coupe. Each has a story to tell and all of them are unique, none of them offering a straight answer for Akhila but each giving something to help her know herself better.
Through the stories of all these women, Nair tackles many subjects including Lesbianism. Nair has tried to bring to light many social and emotional issues which shape women to be who they are and how they find their place in society and family. She examines the lives of dependent and independent women and those in between, trying to find the path for Akhila.
The writing style is simple but the description of south Indian food and life is very interesting. More interestingly, the book has recipes in the end for the food mentioned in the novel!
Through the stories of all these women, Nair tackles many subjects including Lesbianism. Nair has tried to bring to light many social and emotional issues which shape women to be who they are and how they find their place in society and family. She examines the lives of dependent and independent women and those in between, trying to find the path for Akhila.
The writing style is simple but the description of south Indian food and life is very interesting. More interestingly, the book has recipes in the end for the food mentioned in the novel!
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