Cinnamon Gardens
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.61 (852 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0786864737 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 368 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-10-24 |
| Language | : | English |
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. From Publishers Weekly Business Information.Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc
The sudden arrival of a former lover, however, threatens to destroy his carefully constructed world. Her uncle Balendran, respectably married, struggles to suppress his secret desire for men. Set among the upper classes in the gracious, repressive world of 1920s Ceylon (now Sri Lanka), Cinnamon Gardens tells the brilliantly intertwined stories of two extraordinary characters. And both must draw on hidden reserves to resist the pressures of society and, even more crushing, the expectations they have placed on themselves. Annalukshmi is a strong-willed young woman whose family is intent upon arranging a proper marriage for her, forcing her to question whether the independence she craves will doom her to a life without love and companionship. Now, Cinnamon Gardens--an unforgettable tale of history, family, love, and destiny--confirms Selvadurai's promise as one of the most distinctive and talented novelists from a new generation.. Both Annalukshmi and Balendran must determine if it is possible to pursue personal happiness without compromising the happiness of others. This masterfully plotted novel takes us beneath the polished veneer of fragrant gardens and manners to reveal a world of splintered families, forbidden emotions, and lives destroyed by prejudice. Selvadurai'
Like a smooth spiced cup of tea A lush and tropical story by one of the best new authors to come along in the past decade. Imagery and characters are handled superbly. If you like Merchant/Ivory films, this is one book that should be made into one!Although this book may not be everybody's cup of tea, it is certainly a nice laid back example of fine prose and excellent style.. Quietly and richly told Angela Richardson CINNAMON GARDENS is really two gently unfolding stories of the effects an oppressive society (or family) can have on love and hope. The first story is that of Annalukshmi-a young teacher who simply wants to forge her own way through life, without being bound by societal conventions. She is a teacher, who dreams of being a headmistress, until she learns that because she is not English it can never happen. She hopes to find a loving relationship, but instea. "Read "Funny Boy" first" according to Virginia R. I was very pleased to see this book on the shelf, as _Funny Boy_ is one of my favorite books. _Cinnamon Gardens_ is definitely a pleasure, but not in the same league. In fact, a good part of my enjoyment of this later book is probably derived from remembering how much I enjoyed the earlier book--from the feeling, you might say, of having another chance to spend virtual time with the author, whom one can't help liking.I was disappointed by occasionally sti