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When their family falls on hard times, 13‑year‑old Lila and her 12‑year‑old brother Hari try desperately to keep their home intact—a task that seems impossible. Hari gets a chance to go to Bombay and returns with some positive plans for the future, offering new hope for the family.
First publish date: 2010
Genre: Coming of Age/Childhood Coming of Age
Authors: Anita Desai
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