Synopsis:
In a semi-abandoned haveli deep in Rajasthan, a woman on a social work project finds herself
drawn into an enigmatic bond with a man — and into the secrets the ancient walls have kept
for generations, discovering her own identity along the way.
About the book:
In a semi-abandoned haveli deep in Rajasthan, the desert wind still carries whispers of the
family that once lived within its crumbling walls.
When Soma travels from her life in Mumbai back to the land of her ancestors, she isn’t looking
for love — she’s looking for herself. But the haveli has other plans. Drawn into an enigmatic
bond with a man as guarded as the house itself, she finds that every question she asks about
him leads back to a secret the ancient walls have kept for generations. As the line between
attraction and danger blurs, and the past refuses to stay buried, Soma must decide how far
she’s willing to go — through Mumbai’s crowded streets and Rajasthan’s sun-baked silence —
to uncover a truth that could unravel everything she thought she knew about her family, and
herself.
For readers of The Henna Artist and The Palace of Illusions, THE DESERT AWAKENING is a slow-
burn thriller-mystery-romance about identity, inheritance, and the secrets that outlive the
people who kept them — written by a debut author whose own grandmother’s stories from
Rajasthan inspired the novel.
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About the Author
Gitanjali Bhagia is a first-generation Indian American. She is not just a dedicated
ophthalmologist practicing in Northern Virginia but a storyteller woven from the threads of her
own diverse heritage. She finds inspiration in the rich tapestry of her ancestry, especially in the
legacy of her beloved grandmother, Vimla Bhagia, whose tales from her family's home in
Rajasthan, India, ignited her imagination from a young age.
Born in Pennsylvania and raised in North Carolina, Gitan's cultural roots became the fertile
soil from which her passion for writing blossomed. Her frequent visits to Rajasthan not only
connected her to her familial history but also stirred a deep appreciation for the mystique and
allure of the Indian subcontinent.
With her enchantment of the tales whispered by the sands of Rajasthan, Gitanjali weaves
narratives that transport readers to captivating worlds. Her writing carries the essence of her
cross-cultural experiences, inviting readers to explore the intricate nuances of identity,
heritage, and the human connection.
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