Evening Is The Whole Day by Preeta Samarasan

Set in post-colonial Malaysia, this evocative novel delves into the complexities of a Tamil family unraveling under the weight of secrets, cultural expectations, and personal ambitions. Through the eyes of the youngest daughter, the narrative weaves between past and present, revealing the family's struggles with identity, loss, and the haunting presence of a mysterious servant girl. As the layers of their lives are peeled back, the story captures the tension between tradition and modernity, exploring themes of love, betrayal, and the enduring impact of history on individual lives.

Published
2008
Nationality
Malaysian
Length
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Pages
340
Original Language
English
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