Like Rama and Sita, the mythical lovers of Indian history, a young couple set themselves the ideals of fidelity, faith and family. But in modern times, lines drawn in sand are easily obliterated by the drip feed of stress and the wet patch of temptation. When the monsters of management consultancy rear their ugly heads, Chita fights to resist the demands of lust, money and loneliness. But her devilish US boss is utterly beguiling, and her husband Shyam is righteous and sulky in their Docklands loft. As time unfolds, they discover that demons can catch you unawares. And that knowing the rules doesn't always mean you do the right thing.
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Shyama Perera was the first Sri Lankan child to be born in Moscow. Her mother brought her to England in 1962, in vain pursuit of her father. Now a writer and broadcaster, she lives in north-west London with her daughters, Nushy and Tushy..
Fun, witty and thought-provoking - BILLERICAY & WICKFORD GAZETTE 'Shyama Perera manages to tell a modern fairytale with intelligence, wit and charm. And when the unexpected revelation comes, it is delicious in its elegant simplicity' -- The List 'Shyama Perera manages to tell a modern fairytale with intelligence, wit and charm. And when the unexpected revelation comes, it is delicious in its elegant simplicity' -- The List 'She writes with moving intensity about the experiences of love and betrayal. The conflict between family and work, and between partnership and selfhood is the main concern that this book tackles engagingly' -- Choice 'Perera's third novel teeters on the brink of whimsy, but is rescued by the strength and charm of her characters' -- Marie Claire 'A clever and original modern reworking of the great Indian love story, The Ramayana' -- The Sunday Mirror 'Shyama Perera delivers with suprising style' -- Tribune
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