The Ayah's Tale: a novella of British Colonial India
The Ayah's Tale: a novella of British Colonial India
Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 2013
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Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 2013121
Short Story • Fiction
India • 1920s
2013
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In "The Ayah's Tale," author Sujata Massey explores the life of an Indian nanny, or ayah, working for a British family in colonial India. The story delves into cultural tensions, the ayah's personal struggles, and the complexities of identity and loyalty within the colonial context.
Contemplative
Melancholic
Mysterious
Emotional
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Ayah's Tale by Sujata Massey is praised for its vivid depiction of British Colonial India and deep character exploration. Readers appreciate the immersive storytelling and historical detail. However, some feel the novella's pacing is uneven. Overall, it offers a poignant perspective on cultural and personal conflicts.
Who Should Read The Ayah's Tale: a novella of British Colonial India?
Readers who appreciate The Ayah's Tale: a Novella of British Colonial India by Sujata Massey are likely drawn to historical narratives exploring colonial themes. Fans of E. M. Forster's A Passage to India or Ruth Prawer Jhabvala's Heat and Dust may find Massey’s work engaging for its cultural insights and evocative storytelling.
211 ratings
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Mixed feelings
Not a fan
121
Short Story • Fiction
India • 1920s
2013
Adult
18+ years
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