Description

In the quiet English village of St. Mary, retired Major Ernest Pettigrew finds his predictable life disrupted by the death of his brother and an unexpected connection with Jasmina Ali, the Pakistani shopkeeper. United by a mutual love for literature and the shared grief of widowhood, their bond deepens into a tender romance. However, their burgeoning relationship faces the formidable challenge of a society steeped in tradition and prejudice, forcing them to confront the true meaning of belonging and the courage it takes to defy expectations.

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paperback

Random House

Published Jan 1, 2010

358 pages

ISBN: 9781400068937

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First Published

2010

Language

eng

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