Elise

Elise asked Alka Joshi:

Hello! Thank you for writing The Henna Artist! I really appreciate the way you tackle the themes of responsibility and 'the heart'. These themes are very important to young women, and my question is: at what age do you think it would be appropriate for a young woman to read the book? Is seventeen too young? I'm thinking of recommending it to someone, but can't be sure whether she's too young. Thank you!

Alka Joshi What a great question! Teenagers are very savvy nowadays and seem to grow up so much faster than I did at their age. I would feel comfortable gifting it to a teen because of the themes that resonate so soundly with readers around the world of all ages and that mean so much to me personally: who gets to make choices over our bodies? is what we think we want really what we need? are the attractions in our lives really distractions from our higher purpose? Teens have written to me letting me know that they grasp much more than I thought they would and what it means to the shape of their lives going forward.

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Nima Morgan

Nima Morgan asked Alka Joshi:

hello, I just wanted to let you know how much I enjoyed The Henna Artist, I loved the book and I am so thrilled to see there is a second one on the way, I cant wait to see what happens. I have recommended this book to everyone I know. How did you find the characters? are they based on people you know?

Shorti

Shorti asked Alka Joshi:

Hi Alka, Love your books but saddened to see the inaccuracy regarding the issue of a wedding "dowry" for your muslim characters. Not sure if you researched the religion before such assumptions? I hope you take more care in future when mentioning such sensitive topics. Please see my review for more information Regards,

Sarah Willmann

Sarah Willmann asked Alka Joshi:

Hi alka joshi How are you doing? I re read your Jaipur trilogy and enjoyed them all over again. I cannot wait til your next book Six days in Bombay. May I ask how is the henna artist series for Netflix coming along? I am waiting patiently in excitement for it as well. From Sarah

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