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Anupama looked into the mirror and shivered with shock. A small white patch had now appeared on her arm.' Anupama's fairytale marriage to Anand falls apart when she discovers a white patch on her foot and learns that she has leukoderma. Abandoned by her uncaring in-laws and insensitive husband, she is forced to return to her father's home in the village. The social stigma of a married woman living with her parents, her steother's continual barbs and the ostracism that accompanies her skin condition force her to contemplate suicide. Determined to rebuild her life against all odds, Anupama goes to Bombay where she finds success, respect and the promise of an enduring friendship. Mahashweta is an inspiring story of courage and resilience in a world marred by illusions and betrayals. This poignant tale offers hope and solace to the victims of the prejudices that govern society even today.
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4.6
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Kala N
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October 24, 2016
The book Is simply amazing beyond words. The story is realistic and such problems are really faced by some Indian women who get leukoderma.The words that are used to describe anupama is extremely good. The story brings courage in women who are really undergoing such problems for getting leukoderma. The story really touches the heart of the readers. The first half is quite romantic but still heart touching and fascinating.
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A Google user
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January 18, 2017
The book is too high to be praised... its simply spellbound. Moreover a kind of inspiration to many womens who r facing similar circumstances in the society. Story wise it is magnanimous... i fell in love vth tis book. Must read.
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paromita nandi
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November 4, 2016
Fell in love with this book. It touched my heart and this book will definitely find more admirers.. It totally deserves a thumbs up from my side..
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