Imani Marshall asked this question about A Golden Age:
Could someone please explain the character of Mrs. Chowdhury to me please. Thank you
Ashley Mrs Chowdhury is a wealthy neighbor to the protagonist Rehana. She has a daughter named Silvi. Her husband seems to be "long-lost" and Mrs Chowdhury h…moreMrs Chowdhury is a wealthy neighbor to the protagonist Rehana. She has a daughter named Silvi. Her husband seems to be "long-lost" and Mrs Chowdhury holds out hope that she may return someday. She is a bit free in her ways (she brings whisky to a party) but she is also very naive and protective and controlling of her daughter. She truly seems unaware of the war occurring around here, sort of stuck in time. (less)
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