A darkly funny and thought-provoking novel by Parini Shroff. Set in a rural Indian village, the story follows Geeta, a woman rumored to have murdered her husband. Although the rumor is false, it unexpectedly grants her a degree of freedom and independence that other women in her community lack. When other women begin seeking her help with their own difficult marriages, Geeta finds herself caught in a web of secrets, expectations, friendship, and survival. Blending humor, mystery, and social commentary, the novel explores gender roles, patriarchy, and female resilience.