Rumours of Spring by Farah Bashir, ISBN: 9789354897849, is a poignant coming-of-age memoir set in 1990s Srinagar. Amidst the escalating conflict, a young girl navigates the anxieties of daily life. Bashir masterfully portrays resilience, finding moments of joy amidst turmoil. Experience Kashmir through a young woman’s eyes in this unforgettable story of growing up during wartime.