The Aunt Who Wouldn't Die - by Shirshendu Mukhopadhyay (Paperback)

The Aunt Who Wouldn't Die is a captivating tale of three generations of Bengali women who defy all expectations, guarding a box of gold that holds the key to their family's legacy.

This feminist fractured fairy tale is a laugh-out-loud, tug-at-your-heartstrings story of love, family, and freedom.

Somlata, a young bride, finds herself caught in the middle of her great aunt-in-law Pishima's meddling ghost, who seeks revenge against the Mitra family for keeping her in perpetual widowhood.

Boshon, a book-loving teenager, dreams of freedom and college, but finds herself falling in love with her poor neighbor.

Will Pishima's yearning spirit live on in her heart? This gem of a novel is translated from the Bangla by Arunava Sinha and reviewed as "a story that lingers" by NPR and "a riot, a sprightly thriller" by World Literature Today.

Don't miss out on this unforgettable tale of three generations of strong, independent Bengali women who will capture your heart and leave you wanting more.