A review by elaichipod
The Bandit Queens by Parini Shroff

dark emotional funny tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

This story was fun than I expected! A lot more twists than I expected. I loved how it showed female companionship and friendships.

“Yes, I suppose I am. But it’s worth it. I always say, ‘Until you’ve brought forth the gift of life, you’re not complete.’ ”

A childless woman was unfortunate, a happily childless woman was unnatural.

"I’d known you for a minute and her my whole life. But still, it didn’t occur to me that it was just as important to not let a fight with her ruin our friendship. Why was I so busy protecting the copper I had with you, that I destroyed the gold I had with her?"