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Alka Joshi
Alka Joshi writes historical fiction that brings 1950s India to life. She is best known for her novels Los secretos de Jaipur and La artista de henna, which tell compelling stories of women's lives and choices.
The Henna Artist
Synopsis
In 1950s Jaipur, seventeen-year-old Lakshmi escapes an abusive marriage to become a renowned henna artist to the city's elite. As she navigates the complex social circles of the wealthy, she must keep her secrets hidden while building a new life for herself. Her carefully constructed world is threatened when her estranged younger sister suddenly reappears, forcing Lakshmi to confront her past.
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