Ladies' Tailor Paperback – 17 June 2022

"Ladies Tailor" is an account of a young fellow, solid, free, stubborn man, Gurdev, who was driven by the conditions away from his town and move to India as a displaced person alongside his better half and two children. The excursion grabbed away his and spouse and kids however, the predetermination made him find genuine romance, astonishing fellowship and a work he prefers doing. Follow Gurdev's excursion to get another viewpoint on Indian segment."Ladies' Tailor" is a piercing and suggestive novel that transports reader back so as to the wild time of Segment, where the world was in unrest, and the human soul was scrutinized. Creator Priya Hajela winds around a convincing story revolved around Gurdev and his kindred displaced people who leave on an excursion toward the east from Pakistan, looking for another life in the midst of the disorder and vulnerability of their times.Gurudev, Sangat, and Nirmal consolidate to get through extreme pain and the lost stage at these horrible minutes. Making a ladies' clothing line motivates a scope of feelings. This adds interest and appeal to the book. The main piece of the original makes the aggravation of the segment and the type of fear very clear. Full focuses for the eye-getting cover plan, the captivating cooking depictions, and the fastidious scrupulousness in the clothing, specialties, and embroidery. Gurdev's faithful disposition moves him to think of the charming idea of beginning a ladies' clothing organization in spite of the overwhelming undertaking of making another house and character in an odd country. The book was awesome. Women Designer is a story of tirelessness, desire, crew, and endurance in difficulty, misfortune, and fear.Priya Hajela's composing style is enrapturing, bringing readers into the story's authentic setting. Her writing is suggestive, distinctively painting the characters' battles and wins. The book easily drenches reader in the period, adjusting sentiment and experience.

The story revolves around the backdrop of the partition of India in 1947, in which the protagonist Gurdev travels from Lahore, Pakistan to Delhi, becoming a part of a group of refugees. His life is entirely changed - his country, his marriage and his identity, everything is changed.At that point of time he's about to begin a new venture of making garments for women, becoming a ladies tailor, along with the help of friends he made in the refugee camp. The protagonist is left all alone by his wife, adding more struggles in his life.Despite a serious setting, the book comes out to be a story of the immigrant and refugee spirit, of hope, determination and entrepreneurship in times of adversity. As much as that it is an intriguing tale as we cannot predict the fate of the characters in times like these. It's a page turner, one that's emotional, engaging and beautifully written. Beautifully built characters and a strong protagonist, who does not give up to the circumstances.I'm in love with the gorgeous and artistic cover, that's the only reason I decided to pick this book. I picked this one up while being completely unaware of the content of the book. I've read a few books revolving around partition but this one seemed close to the heart because of its heartfelt and profound writing. It was heartbreaking because of the descriptions, the aftermaths of the partition were definitely not easy to read. The author has depicted the pains and agony felt by the people of both nations with such grace that the readers will certainly empathize with the characters. To realise that we barely know the struggles of our ancestors and even of our parents, is such that I feel this book should be read by all. It's overall quite a different and positive book.

"Ladies’ Tailor" by Priya Hajela is a novel that navigates the tumultuous backdrop of India's partition in 1947, exploring the personal experiences of the protagonist, Gurudev, as he leaves behind his affluent Sikh family in Lahore to seek refuge in Delhi. The book captures the essence of this harrowing journey, painting vivid pictures of the past through a sensuous and descriptive narrative.Gurudev, once heir to a wealthy family, rejects his privileged background for reasons yet to be fully revealed. Unlike many, he foresaw the impending partition and made arrangements for his family's migration to Delhi. The story unfolds as they traverse from Sukho to Amritsar, witnessing the suffering of others along the way. In Delhi, Gurudev builds a new life, but tragedy strikes when his wife and sons disappear from the hospital.The narrative takes an intriguing turn when Gurudev is approached by two fellow migrants, Nirmal and Sangat, who seek his help in starting a ladies' garment business. As the business flourishes, they plan a mission to rescue talented embroiderers from Lahore, and Gurudev encounters Noor, a captivating Muslim widow.While Hajela's novel doesn't quite reach the emotional depths of literary giants like Salman Rushdie or the stark realism of authors like Manto, Khushwant Singh, and Bapsi Sidhwa, it offers an entertaining blend of danger, adventure, and romance. The story also weaves in rich cultural imagery of Lahore, Amritsar, and Delhi, encompassing architecture, cuisine, transportation, and fashion.The plot carries a touch of Bollywood-style melodrama, with fate, coincidences, a mysterious protagonist, and a charming heroine. Hajela cleverly leaves unresolved questions and foreshadowing hints throughout the narrative, keeping readers engaged and intrigued.In the end, "Ladies’ Tailor" is a light and enjoyable read, perfect for a long journey or a leisurely weekend with a cup of coffee. While it may not rival the depth of some classic partition literature, it offers a captivating story with the promise of more to come in potential sequels.