The Kashmir Shawl
The Kashmir Shawl by Rosie Thomas, published by Harper in 2012, is a historical fiction novel that spans 500 pages. Set against the backdrop of 1940s Kashmir, the narrative intertwines the lives of two women across generations, exploring themes of love, sacrifice, and the impact of war. The story begins in 1938 with Nerys Watkins, who travels to India with her missionary husband, only to find herself entangled in a complex friendship as the realities of conflict emerge.
Readers will discover a rich tapestry of family life and the intricacies of relationships as Mair Ellis unravels her family’s past while clearing out her father’s house. The discovery of an antique shawl leads her on a journey to uncover the secrets of her grandparents’ lives in Kashmir, revealing a poignant tale of love and loss. This edition presents a blend of romance and historical elements, inviting readers to delve into the intertwined destinies of its characters.
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For fans of The Tea-Planter’s Wife and Victoria Hislop comes a gripping story of doomed love and secrets in 1940s Kashmir.
Within one exotic land lie the secrets of a lifetime…
In 1938, young bride Nerys Watkins accompanies her missionary husband on a posting to India. Up in Srinagar, the British live on beautiful wooden houseboats and dance and gossip as if there is no war. But when the men are sent away to fight Nerys is caught up in a dangerous friendship.
Years later, when Mair Ellis clears out her father’s house, she finds an antique shawl with a lock of child’s hair wrapped up in its folds. Tracing her grandparents’ roots back to Kashmir, Mair uncovers a story of great love and great sacrifice.
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