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When Vikram invites three of his college friends to his son’s graduation from MIT, they accept out of obligation and curiosity, viewing the party as a twenty-fifth reunion of sorts. Village genius Vikram, now the founder of a lucrative computer company, is having the party against his son’s wishes. Frances and Jay regret accepting: Frances, a real estate agent, hasn't sold a house in a year; Jay’s middle management job isn't brag worthy; and their daughter is failing the eleventh grade. Lali plans to hide the fact that her once-happy marriage is crumbling because her American husband is discovering his Jewish roots. Each had left UCLA expecting to be successful and have even more successful children. At Vikram’s Newport Beach mansion, the showmanship they anticipate dissolves as each is forced to deal with his or her own problems. The follow-up to A Good Indian Wife, Anne Cherian’s novel resonates with the poignancy of real life colliding with expectations unmet.
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Anne Cherian is the author of A Good Indian Wife and The Invitation. Born and raised in Jamshedpur, India, she now lives in Los Angeles, California.
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Hardcover. Condition: As New. Dust Jacket Condition: As New. 1st Edition. In Excellent Condition Like New For More Information On Condition. Please See All Photos When Vikram Invites Three Of His College Friends To His Son'S Graduation From Mit, They Accept Out Of Obligation And Curiosity, Viewing The Party As A Twenty-Fifth Reunion Of Sorts. Village Genius Vikram, Now The Founder Of A Lucrative Computer Company, Is Having The Party Against His Son'S Wishes. Frances And Jay Regret Accepting: Frances, A Real Estate Agent, Hasn't Sold A House In A Year; Jay'S Middle Management Job Isn't Brag Worthy; And Their Daughter Is Failing The Eleventh Grade. Lali Plans To Hide The Fact That Her Once-Happy Marriage Is Crumbling Because Her American Husband Is Discovering His Jewish Roots. Each Had Left Ucla Expecting To Be Successful And Have Even More Successful Children. At Vikram'S Newport Beach Mansion, The Showmanship They Anticipate Dissolves As Each Is Forced To Deal With His Or Her Own Problems. The Follow-Up To A Good Indian Wife, Anne Cherian'S Novel Resonates With The Poignancy Of Real Life Colliding With Expectations Unmet. Seller Inventory # 001394
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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Inscribed by author on Half title page in black pen,"For Rekha- I hope you enjoy this invitation to read- Anne Cherian" First edition stated with complete number line. 5 3/4 x 8 1/2 Book; binding tight, few minor bumps to edges else boards straight and clean; text has mild waviness with 1" crease to top corner to one page. Dust jacket ($25.95) has minor bumping with small chip to top spine. Color bright and sharp. Under archival quality mylar cover. Photos upon request. Packed well and shipped in a sturdy box. Inscribed by Author(s). Seller Inventory # 092319SP1.