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384 pages • first pub 2021 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780778331858
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: Mira Books
Publication date: 22 June 2021
Description
In New York Times bestselling author Alka Joshi’s intriguing new novel, henna artist Lakshmi arranges for her protégé, Malik, to intern at the Jaipur Palace in this tale rich in character, atmosphere, and lavish storytelling.It’s the spring of 196...
Community Reviews Summary of 3,007 reviews
Moods
adventurous 45%
mysterious 39%
hopeful 37%
reflective 28%
inspiring 24%
tense 18%
informative 15%
lighthearted 10%
challenging 7%
relaxing 7%
sad 5%
funny 4%
dark 2%
Pace
fast 12%
slow 9%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 59% | Plot: 24% | Character: 15%Strong character development?
Yes: 73% | No: 14% | It's complicated: 11%Loveable characters?
Yes: 84% | It's complicated: 13% | No: 1%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 88% | No: 7% | It's complicated: 2% | N/A: 1%Flaws of characters a main focus?
No: 41% | Yes: 32% | It's complicated: 24% | N/A: 1%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Death, Sexual content, ClassismModerate
Infidelity, Homophobia, BloodMinor
Cancer, Infertility, Miscarriage
384 pages • first pub 2021 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780778331858
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: Mira Books
Publication date: 22 June 2021
Description
In New York Times bestselling author Alka Joshi’s intriguing new novel, henna artist Lakshmi arranges for her protégé, Malik, to intern at the Jaipur Palace in this tale rich in character, atmosphere, and lavish storytelling.It’s the spring of 196...
Community Reviews Summary of 3,007 reviews
Moods
adventurous 45%
mysterious 39%
hopeful 37%
reflective 28%
inspiring 24%
tense 18%
informative 15%
lighthearted 10%
challenging 7%
relaxing 7%
sad 5%
funny 4%
dark 2%
Pace
fast 12%
slow 9%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 59% | Plot: 24% | Character: 15%Strong character development?
Yes: 73% | No: 14% | It's complicated: 11%Loveable characters?
Yes: 84% | It's complicated: 13% | No: 1%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 88% | No: 7% | It's complicated: 2% | N/A: 1%Flaws of characters a main focus?
No: 41% | Yes: 32% | It's complicated: 24% | N/A: 1%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Death, Sexual content, ClassismModerate
Infidelity, Homophobia, BloodMinor
Cancer, Infertility, Miscarriage