Kurinji Flowers: a Love Story of India Separation

A society scandal. A convenient marriage. A love that could set her free”A sweeping, lush story – the depiction of India in all its colours, smells and vibrancy is pitch-perfect in its depiction.” (Historical Novel Society)1936. Ginny Dunbar, a debutante yearning for love and freedom, finds herself ostracized from London society. The exhibition of a nude portrait, painted by her manipulative older lover, leaves her reputation in tatters and her dreams of a grand wedding shattered. Desperate to salvage her daughter’s future, Ginny’s ambitious mother coerces her into a hasty marriage with Tony Tilman, a tea planter from South India.Colonial life proves to be a gilded cage for the spirited Ginny. Stifled by the shallow expatriate community and overwhelmed by the lush, mysterious beauty of India, she struggles to find her place in this alien world – until she meets the enigmatic Jag Mistry, whose passion for his homeland awakens Ginny’s heart.As Ginny navigates the complexities of love, cultural barriers, and her own inner turmoil, the looming shadow of World War II threatens to tear apart everything she’s come to cherish.Set against the vibrant backdrop of India, this evocative story explores the transformative power of love, the weight of betrayal, and the possibility of redemption. Kurinji Flowers is a sweeping emotional journey that will captivate readers long after the last page is turned.