MAZI LALATRESHA

Book Details

• Title: MAZI LALATRESHA 

• Author: Nafisa Haji

• Translators: Sheela Karkhanis

• Publisher: Mehta Publishing House

• Language: Translated from English to Marathi

• Edition: 1st Edition

• ISBN: 9788184984927

• Pages: 288

• Publishing Year: June 2013

• Category: Biography & True Stories

• Cover: Paperback

About The Book
The Writing on My Forehead follows the journey of Saira, a free-spirited and rebellious woman raised in California, where she grew up alongside her more obedient sister, Ameena. While Ameena adhered to the traditions instilled by their Bombay-bred mother, Saira constantly found herself at odds with the conventional expectations for girls, yearning for independence and freedom. Her longing for experiences beyond the boundaries of family traditions takes her to Karachi for a wedding, where she unexpectedly uncovers family secrets that will define her future.

This marks the beginning of Saira’s journey of understanding, reconciliation, and self-discovery, one that spans across three generations. Her travels take her to London, where she uncovers the political forces that have shaped her father’s family, both in India and in England. With each new revelation about her background, Saira starts to recognize that the battles she faces—over love, identity, and fulfillment—are not unique to her but have been fought by others before her.

In this beautifully written and deeply moving narrative, Nafisa Haji explores the themes of displacement, belonging, and the tension between family, tradition, and the pursuit of personal ambitions. The book thoughtfully delves into the complexities of identity, the pull of family ties, and the allure of the broader world, offering a universal exploration of the challenges of balancing heritage and the excitement of the unknown.