The Space Between Us by Thrity Umrigar

The Space Between Us by Thrity Umrigar is a captivating read that will leave readers spellbound. The novel follows the interwoven stories of Sera, an upper middle-class Parsi housemaid in modern-day Bombay, and Bhima, her employer’s elderly grandmother. Through their stories, Umrigar explores the complexities of class, gender, and race in modern-day India.

The writing is both beautiful and heartbreaking; it captures the nuances of each character’s life with emotional depth and insight. Umrigar masterfully brings to life the struggles of both Sera and Bhima as they navigate the space between their two worlds – one privileged, one oppressed – and highlights how their lives have been shaped by India’s social and economic inequalities. Readers will be left with a profound understanding of the human condition, the power of resilience and hope, and ultimately, the beauty of friendship.