'Intricately plotted, propulsive, and provocative . an author at the peak of her talents. Truly irresistible' Kirstin Chen, NYT bestselling author of Counterfeit 'Laugh-out-loud funny [and] a searing commentary on misogyny, race and class. An uplifting story of courage and hope that will keep you enthralled until the very last page' Jean Kwok, Girl in Translation Praise for Balli Kaur Jaswal: 'Big-hearted, earthy and funny: turns so many preconceptions upside down. A rattlingly good story' Deborah Moggach, The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel 'Warm and hilariously funny' Good Housekeeping 'Charming, hilarious and thoughtful' The Pool 'Balances darkness and light, social commentary and ecstatic escapism. funny and moving tale of desire and its discontents' The Economist 'Sensual, authentic and hilarious, I will never look at an aubergine in the same way again - 5 stars' The Sun 'Enlightening and entertaining' Woman & Home 'A dark comedy. about empowerment and friendship' Tatler 'A page turner. Tackles serious themes with a light and funny touch' Glamour 'Funny yet serious, this is a fab book about women, culture and secrets' Prima 'By turns erotic, romantic, and mysterious, this tale of women defying patriarchal strictures enchants' Kirkus Reviews 'Compulsive, funny and wonderfully original - glows with witty sensuality ' Helen Lederer, Losing It 'Poignant, intelligent yet wickedly funny - a delightful read that reignites one's belief in the power of sisterhood' June Sarpong.