A powerful historical novel by Bapsi Sidhwa set during the tumultuous period of the 1947 Partition of India. Narrated through the eyes of Lenny, a young Parsi girl living in Lahore, the story captures the devastating impact of communal violence on ordinary lives. Through Lenny's innocent perspective and her relationship with her beloved nanny, Ayah, the novel explores themes of identity, friendship, love, betrayal, and the human cost of political conflict. Rich in historical detail and emotional depth, it is considered one of the most important literary works on Partition.