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Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni
Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni is the author of The Palace of Illusions, a retelling of the Mahabharata from Draupadi's perspective. Her novels often explore themes of mythology, history, and the experiences of women.
Die Hüterin der Gewürze
Synopsis
Tilo, a young woman with the gift of foresight, serves as the Mistress of Spices in a small Oakland shop, guiding her Indian immigrant community with ancient remedies. Bound by strict rules to maintain her powers, she must never leave the shop or touch another human. When a lonely American man enters her life, Tilo finds herself torn between her sacred duty and a yearning for connection, risking everything she holds dear.
