Evil Eye
The second book I picked up was called Evil Eye by Madhuri Shekar. An Indian mother is constantly on her daughter’s case about being in her late 20’s and not having a husband already. She tried to arrange marriages, but her independent American daughter resists all persuasions. It would seem like a dream come true, then, when her daughter begins to date a wealthy Indian man right? But there is something that doesn’t sit right with this mother, and it’s something mystical and terrifying as her past is brought to the surface after many years since burying it.
This was also a short story, but it was so very wonderfully written. The characters are gripping and the way Shekar writes is creative. All conversations are held over a series of phone calls; it’s a new take that I quite liked. I would highly recommend this story for a quick edge of your seat kind of read.
Malia's Pizza Rating
The Evil Eye – which is what I give you if you ask for a slice of my pizza.