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Encounters of a Fat Bride

by Samah Visaria
$9.90
Encounters of a Fat Bride
Encounters of a Fat Bride

Humorous take on body image and Indian marriage.

If you've ever felt the pressure of societal expectations, especially when it comes to marriage and appearance, "Encounters of a Fat Bride" will resonate with you. Madhurima's journey is peppered with humor and realness, making it a relatable and entertaining read. The book navigates traditional cultural norms with a refreshing candor, perfect for a light-hearted look at a serious subject. It's a witty commentary on the big fat Indian wedding spectacle and the pursuit of personal happiness amidst that.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

Encounters of a Fat Bride

by Samah Visaria
$9.90
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ISBN: 9780143439998
Author: Samah Visaria
Publisher: India Penguin Metro Reads
Date of Publication: 2017-06-28
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Contemporary, Romance
Related Topics: Contemporary Romance, Chick Lit, Humor
Goodreads rating: 3.64
(rated by 353 readers)

Description

Madhurima Pandey is twenty-five, single, and grappling with the constant 'you're next' nudges from family and friends. At 93 kilos, she knows she isn’t the ideal weight for marriage, even if her family believes she’s the ideal age. Despite her reservations, the hunt begins, and a spree of rejections follows until Harsh comes along. Madhurima cannot believe that a man with no obvious flaws has agreed to marry her. Low self-esteem makes her suspect he might be impotent or homosexual, but she doesn’t turn down the proposal. A brief courtship and a hurried engagement follow. But does Madhurima really find her happily-ever-after? Or are there more surprises in store? Jovial, witty, and unapologetically honest, Madhurima Pandey’s story of struggle and survival in the run-up to her D-Day gives you a refreshingly new take on the big fat Indian wedding.
 

Humorous take on body image and Indian marriage.

If you've ever felt the pressure of societal expectations, especially when it comes to marriage and appearance, "Encounters of a Fat Bride" will resonate with you. Madhurima's journey is peppered with humor and realness, making it a relatable and entertaining read. The book navigates traditional cultural norms with a refreshing candor, perfect for a light-hearted look at a serious subject. It's a witty commentary on the big fat Indian wedding spectacle and the pursuit of personal happiness amidst that.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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