The Henna Artist, by Alka Joshi
Desperate to escape an abusive marriage, Lakshmi journeys to the colourful city of Jaipur with nothing but her courage, artistic talent and the healing skills learned from her mother-in-law. Through sheer determination and hard work, she slowly establishes her reputation as the best henna artist in the city. Her gifts allow her entry into some of the wealthiest homes in Jaipur, where she becomes the confidante of her glamourous clients. However, Lakshmi’s reputation and ambition face some considerable obstacles as her past comes to find her in Jaipur. Read More »