China Room

China Room

Sunjeev Sahota

Overview

In 1929 Punjab, a young bride named Mehar navigates her new life, working in the family's "china room" alongside her sisters-in-law, with limited contact with the men. As she tries to identify her husband, a dangerous passion ignites. Decades later, in 1999, a young man returns to the now-abandoned family farm. He is grappling with addiction, racism, and cultural estrangement, seeking solace and recovery in the quiet contemplation of the deserted house.

Who it's for

• Readers interested in historical fiction with dual timelines.
• Those exploring themes of identity, family secrets, and cultural displacement.
• Adult readers seeking character-driven narratives.

Key features

• Language: English
• Format: Paperback
• Pages: 256
• Publisher: Penguin Group
• Year: 2021
• ISBN: 9781911215868