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The Dowry Bride
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ISBN13: 9788175992979
Publisher: Fingerprint! Publishing
Published: Jul 1 2015
Pages: 320
Language: English
Set against the backdrop of contemporary India, The Dowry Bride tells the gripping and heart-wrenching story of Megha, a 21-year-old bride caught in a deadly dowry scheme. When she overhears her husband and mother-in-law plotting to kill her for failing to bring the promised dowry, Megha flees into a perilous night. With only the kindness of Kunal--a cousin who offers friendship and shelter--she grapples with fear, forbidden attraction, and social taboos. This powerful novel reveals the brutal realities of dowry culture while weaving a story of escape, courage, and hope.
In a world built on dowries, one woman dares to break the silence.
- Explore the harrowing yet authentic portrait of dowry-driven cruelty and its real-world consequences.
- Delve deep into Megha's emotional journey--from terror and betrayal to survival and empowerment.
- Discover the bonds of unconventional love and resilience against societal oppression.
- Witness rich cultural detail--Diwali-lit streets, family dynamics, and traditional expectations
- Ideal for lovers of women's fiction, social dramas, and readers eager to explore a brave woman's struggle against injustice.
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