The Bandit Queens author Parini Shroff: ‘I’m far more interested in flailing and failing humans’
Parini Shroff, author of the critically acclaimed 2023 debut novel Some People, reveals the inspiration behind her latest work. Shroff's novel follows the story of a mother-in-law and son-in-law, Nathan and Malti, who are forced to share a confined space for seven days. The novel explores their shared connection to their daughter Kavya, who serves as the mediator between them.
Shroff aims to create complex and flawed characters that readers can relate to, rather than the traditionally portrayed long-suffering saints in South Asian narratives.
The author, who also practices law, draws parallels between her two professions, highlighting how they inform her writing approach. Shroff emphasizes the importance of humor in her writing, believing it can provide balance to heavier topics and educate readers. Her writing process has evolved with each novel, and she remains open to whatever her characters demand of her, often deferring to their demands rather than resisting.
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