Preeta Samarasan

1 summaryLiterary Fiction, Children's, Historical Fiction

Preeta Samarasan is a fiction writer known for her exploration of complex family dynamics and cultural identity. Her notable work, "Evening Is the Whole Day," delves into the lives of a Malaysian Indian family, revealing the intricacies of their relationships and experiences. Samarasan's writing often reflects her own background and the themes of diaspora and belonging.

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Books by Preeta Samarasan

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Evening Is the Whole Day
Preeta Samarasan
3.6 (2k) average on GoodreadsLiterary Fiction
In 1980s Malaysia, a wealthy Indian family's carefully built life falls apart after a servant is sent away, a grandmother dies, and a daughter leaves, forcing six-year-old Aasha to face the hidden truths that connect and betray them all.