Description
- ISBN-13: 9780140282146
- Publisher: Penguin
- Binding: Paperback
- No of Pages: 400
- ISBN-10: 0140282149
- Publisher Date: 14 Oct 2000
- Language: English
Original price was: ₹450.00.₹382.50Current price is: ₹382.50.
Step into 1920s Ceylon in “Cinnamon Gardens” (ISBN: 9780140282146) by Shyam Selvadurai. Explore the intertwined lives of Colombo’s elite as colonial power shifts. Follow Annalukshmi’s struggle for independence, Balendran’s tumultuous reunion with a past lover, and a cast of captivating characters navigating family secrets and societal pressures. Experience a world of fragrant gardens and hidden passions in this sensual and insightful novel.
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Khushi Kaushik –
A beautiful and tragic story. Some parts felt a little bit rushed, but overall, I enjoyed the book.
Samadrita Sen –
Interesting look into Ceylon’s past. Some of the characters were unlikeable, which made it hard to fully invest.
Harshit Yadav –
A richly detailed and evocative novel. I enjoyed learning about this time period and culture.
Kartikey Aggrawal –
Complex and beautifully written. It took me a while to get into it, but ultimately I was captivated.
Ch Mounica Reddy –
Beautifully written and atmospheric. I learned so much. I couldn’t put it down!
Brathin Karthik U –
I was completely immersed in the world of Cinnamon Gardens! A few of the subplots felt unnecessary but overall a great read.
Kavya Sharma –
Great book! Very interesting characters and I enjoyed it. Would highly recommend.
Himankita Debbarma –
Lovely descriptive writing, although sometimes it felt a bit too much. The story itself was compelling.
Rakesh Kumar –
A beautiful story, though I found some of the pacing a bit slow. The characters were well-developed and the setting was captivating.
Tushar Goyal –
Good read. I had a hard time keeping track of all the characters. Enjoyed learning about Ceylon.
Kashish Kanodia –
The setting was amazing! I did find the story a bit slow-paced. The writing style kept me reading.
Pratik Vasant Kawade –
A great book! The characters were well-developed and the story kept my interest from beginning to end.
Mayank Roy –
I struggled to connect with the characters. The writing style was lovely, but I needed more action and excitement.
Devanshu Chauhan –
A slow-burn story that eventually pays off. The first half was hard to get through but the ending was excellent.
Ashish Khatri –
Beautifully crafted story with depth. The exploration of societal constraints was amazing.
Shreyash Shekhar –
The book was OK. I had a hard time with the writing style. But I did enjoy learning about Ceylon!
Ayanika De –
I found the story difficult to get into. The characters all blurred together and the plot went nowhere.
Kshitiz Tyagi –
Stunning prose and fascinating characters. A few parts dragged, but overall, I highly recommend it.
Deepanshu Sharma –
Gorgeous book. I didn’t want it to end. I found a few parts long, but it was an incredible read.
Abhijeet Bera –
An interesting story. I wasn’t fully engaged with all the plot lines but overall the book was worth reading.
Tushar Tukaram Magar –
A decent read. The historical context was interesting, but I didn’t connect with all of the characters.
Rohan –
A bit slow, but the descriptions are phenomenal. The story is decent.
Fathimath Zeba T Z –
The writing is gorgeous! However, the plot felt a little meandering at times. Still worth the read for the atmosphere alone.