. . . The mother-in-law character is particularly well-drawn.” — Romantic Times “The Dowry Bride is Shobhan Bantwal’s first novel, and it’s an incredible beginning. . . . Both the brighter and darker sides of India leap off the pages of this excellent, beautifully composed story. For a very exciting, enlightening, and entertaining way to start your autumn reading, do not miss The Dowry Bride. It’s a real page turner!” — RomanceReviewsToday.com “The Dowry Bride is an insightful look at India’s culture. . . . The story line is incredible . . . a powerful discerning look at relationships . . . a fabulous look at the importance of a dowry in India in spite of laws protecting the rights (and apparently the life) of a bride.” —Harriet Klausner (Amazon’s #1 Reviewer) “It’s a beautifully written book. . . . The Dowry Bride will make you cry, laugh, frown and most of all think. . . . Bantwal takes a brave look at an old topic and delivers a piece of work that may just make an impact.
