In the shadow of the ALTER
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Last published Fri, Nov 8, 2024
In this novel, Naina Awasthy, a 22-year-old woman, is thrust into an unexpected marriage with Arnav Chaudhary, her brother's best friend, after her fiancé abandons her on their wedding day. Arnav, a single father to his daughter Aadya, carries the weight of a painful divorce caused by his wife's betrayal. Both Naina and Arnav are unwilling participants in this forced union, bound by family pressures and societal expectations. As they navigate the complexities of their new life, they must confront their emotional scars, parental responsibilities, and the unexpected bond forming between them.
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