A review by christinam
Erotic Stories for Punjabi Widows by Balli Kaur Jaswal

emotional funny hopeful inspiring mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Any book that can make me laugh until I cry is a win for me. With an eye-catching and suggestive title, Erotic Stories for Punjabi Widows has a fair amount of steam. But don't be fooled, this novel is about much more than that. This story explores sexual positivity, ageing, generational gaps, code-switching, feminism and patriarchy. At its core, this novel is about women who live their lives in the space between what's expected of them and what they want.

A mix of mystery, family drama, rebellion and heroism this novel is an engaging read that I thoroughly enjoyed. I kept putting it down because I simply wasn't ready for it to end.
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