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The Mistress of Spices

Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni

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The Mistress of Spices

by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni
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The Mistress of Spices
The Mistress of Spices

Enchanting tale of spice, magic, and forbidden love.

If you're captivated by the intersection of the mystical and the everyday, "The Mistress of Spices" will resonate with you. It's a journey into a world where every pinch of turmeric or dash of cinnamon carries a story or solves a problem. Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni masterfully blends the struggles of immigrants with the allure of ancient magic, creating a narrative that's both grounding and enchanting. This book is for those who relish a sprinkle of fantasy in the tapestry of real human experiences.

  • Orange Prize Nominee for Fiction Longlist (1997)
  • IAFA William L. Crawford Fantasy Award (1998)
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.

The Mistress of Spices

by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni
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ISBN: 9780552996709
Author: Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni
Publisher: Anchor
Date of Publication: 1998-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Fantasy, Contemporary, Romance
Related Topics: Magical Realism, Fantasy Romance
Goodreads rating: 3.48
(rated by 14559 readers)
 

Enchanting tale of spice, magic, and forbidden love.

If you're captivated by the intersection of the mystical and the everyday, "The Mistress of Spices" will resonate with you. It's a journey into a world where every pinch of turmeric or dash of cinnamon carries a story or solves a problem. Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni masterfully blends the struggles of immigrants with the allure of ancient magic, creating a narrative that's both grounding and enchanting. This book is for those who relish a sprinkle of fantasy in the tapestry of real human experiences.

  • Orange Prize Nominee for Fiction Longlist (1997)
  • IAFA William L. Crawford Fantasy Award (1998)
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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