A review by hardkaapi
The Inner Courtyard: Stories by Indian Women by Lakshmi Holmström

dark informative inspiring reflective slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

 A heartbreaking anthology of 17 stories of and by women across borders, fighting the same battles as we do today. Personal favourite- Revenge Herself, by Lalitambika Antarjanam. All these gems were written post independence in multiple languages, but each one is as timeless as the other.