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Book Club
December 13, 2021 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Book Club Meets Monday, Dec. 13 | 6:30 p.m.
Hosted by Dawn Moeglin (address provided following registration)
Facilitated by Vi Leggett
The Henna Artist by Alka Joshi
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Vivid and compelling in its portrait of one woman’s struggle for fulfillment in a society pivoting between the traditional and the modern, The Henna Artist opens a door into a world that is at once lush and fascinating, stark, and cruel.
Escaping from an abusive marriage, seventeen-year-old Lakshmi makes her way alone to the vibrant 1950s pink city of Jaipur. There she becomes the most highly requested henna artist—and confidante—to the wealthy women of the upper class. Although trusted with the secrets of the wealthy, she can never reveal her own.
Known for her original designs and sage advice, Lakshmi must tread carefully to avoid the jealous gossips who could ruin her reputation and her livelihood.
