Avni Doshi
Avni Doshi is an American author best known for her debut novel 'Burnt Sugar', which was shortlisted for the Booker Prize in 2020. The novel, originally published in India under the title 'Girl in White Cotton', explores the complex relationship between a mother and daughter. Doshi's work is recognized for its incisive exploration of themes such as memory, betrayal, and the familial bond. Prior to her literary success, Doshi earned a BA in Art History from Barnard College and an MA in History of Art from University College London.
Books
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1. Burnt Sugar
This novel delves into the complex and fraught relationship between a mother and daughter against the backdrop of contemporary India. The daughter, now an adult, grapples with her mother's advancing dementia and the bitter memories of a childhood marked by neglect and unconventional parenting. As the mother's memory deteriorates, the daughter is forced to confront the painful legacy of their past and the ambiguity of her filial obligations. The narrative weaves through themes of memory, betrayal, and the inextricable bond of family, painting a portrait of two women bound by love and resentment in equal measure.
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