RetSamadhi

 

Ret Samadhi by Geetanjali Shree is a profound Hindi novel exploring Partition’s emotional scars through the journey of an 80-year-old woman revisiting Pakistan. Winner of the International Booker Prize (2022), its playful yet poignant narrative critiques the treatment of women and the Indian family system. Geetanjali’s unique storytelling and rich characters, like Ma and Rosy Bua, make this a deeply moving tale. It requires patience but rewards readers with vivid, evocative insights. 



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