The Unlikely Adventures of the Shergill Sisters
The Unlikely Adventures of the Shergill Sisters
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Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019312
Novel • Fiction
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Travel Literature•
Modern Classic FictionIndia • 2010s
2019
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Unlikely Adventures of the Shergill Sisters by Balli Kaur Jaswal follows three British-Punjabi sisters who embark on a pilgrimage to India to fulfill their mother's dying wish. As the journey unfolds, the sisters confront personal conflicts, cultural expectations, and their complicated relationships with each other, leading to personal growth and greater familial understanding.
Emotional
Contemplative
Bittersweet
Inspirational
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Review Roundup
The Unlikely Adventures of the Shergill Sisters by Balli Kaur Jaswal is praised for its exploration of complex family dynamics and cultural identity. The humor and emotional depth resonate, though some find the plot predictable. The characters' growth and the vivid depiction of India enrich the narrative, offering a heartfelt journey interwoven with themes of duty and sisterhood.
Who Should Read The Unlikely Adventures of the Shergill Sisters?
Fans of heartfelt, humorous family stories will enjoy The Unlikely Adventures of the Shergill Sisters by Balli Kaur Jaswal. Readers who appreciated the cultural exploration in The Joy Luck Club by Amy Tan or the sisterly dynamics in Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants by Ann Brashares will find this novel engaging and relatable.
18,685 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
The Unlikely Adventures of the Shergill Sisters author, Balli Kaur Jaswal, has a multicultural background, having been born in Singapore but growing up in Japan, Russia, and the Philippines, which often influences her writing.
The book explores themes of sisterhood and cultural identity and follows a memorable journey in India, reflecting Jaswal's interest in blending humorous storytelling with deep cultural introspection.
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Before The Unlikely Adventures of the Shergill Sisters, Jaswal gained international recognition with her novel Erotic Stories for Punjabi Widows, which was picked up by Reese Witherspoon's book club, boosting its popularity.
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Novel • Fiction
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Travel Literature•
Modern Classic FictionIndia • 2010s
2019
Adult
18+ years
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