- Hardcover: 384 pages
- Publisher: Thomas Dunne Books; 1 edition (Feb 16 2010)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0312584121
- ISBN-13: 978-0312584122
- Product Dimensions: 24.1 x 16.8 x 3.3 cm
- Shipping Weight: 699 g
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #1,412,798 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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From Booklist:
Hampton’s debut follows the fortunes of an Indian family living in Virginia. Gita Nair, a troubled young professor, is practically shrinking away to nothing as she pines for Chris Jones, a handsome married man she met and fell in love with in an airport when she was only 18. Their affair spans many years, as Chris’ wife Jeri tries to get over the stillborn birth of the child she hoped would save their marriage. Gita is hard at work on a recounting of the tragic, cursed life of her great-great-great grandmother, and fears that the family curse might be visited on one of her five voluptuous, beautiful nieces. Her fears seem on the brink of being realized when two of the girls fall into love affairs, one joyous, the other unhappy: Veena experiences love at first sight with a young doctor, while Dhanya is seduced by a rakish college professor. This rich, lush family drama is bound to appeal to readers who like their fiction imaginative and whimsical. — Kristine Huntley
"A thoroughly wonderful, absolutely engaging debut novel. From the first page to the last, I was captivated by the beautifully drawn characters, intricate plotting, and compelling storyline. Quite simply, once you enter the crazy, heartfelt, loving, magical world of Dr. Raman Nair and his five daughters, you will never want to leave."
--Kristin Hannah, New York Times bestselling author of FIREFLY LANE
"Lyrical, erotic and quite funny, As It Was Written isn't about a clash of cultures: it's about the meeting of powerful mythologies, which regard one another with wonder and suspicion and then, inevitably, begin to swirl together."
—Jincy Willett, author of THE WRITING CLASS
"A beautifully written novel, in turns comic and poignant, from a bold new writer with a distinctive voice and a joyously vast imagination."
-Roopa Farooki, author of BITTER SWEETS
“The type of epic, heart - tugging book about family that you want to jump into so you can be a part of the story, too. Sujatha Hampton writes with elegance and honesty.”
—Cathy Lamb, author of HENRY'S SISTERS
--Kristin Hannah, New York Times bestselling author of FIREFLY LANE
"Lyrical, erotic and quite funny, As It Was Written isn't about a clash of cultures: it's about the meeting of powerful mythologies, which regard one another with wonder and suspicion and then, inevitably, begin to swirl together."
—Jincy Willett, author of THE WRITING CLASS
"A beautifully written novel, in turns comic and poignant, from a bold new writer with a distinctive voice and a joyously vast imagination."
-Roopa Farooki, author of BITTER SWEETS
“The type of epic, heart - tugging book about family that you want to jump into so you can be a part of the story, too. Sujatha Hampton writes with elegance and honesty.”
—Cathy Lamb, author of HENRY'S SISTERS
"As It Was Written beautifully depicts a family of women who are weighted down by the past yet yearn for a more liberated future. With both sumptuous prose and a keen eye, Sujatha Hampton has created a highly impressive debut.”
-- Alyson Richman author of THE LAST VAN GOGH, SWEDISH TANGO & THE MASKCARVER'S SON
-- Alyson Richman author of THE LAST VAN GOGH, SWEDISH TANGO & THE MASKCARVER'S SON
Product Description
The epic journey of an Indian-American family which unfolds when men and women, Hindus and Catholics, histories and curses, collide In McLean, Virginia, Dr. Raman Nair lives a life of abounding satisfaction with his tiny wife, Jaya, and his harem of enormous and beautiful daughters. He has been away from his native Kerala, India for so long that he has happily forgotten the ancient Brahmin curse that follows his family like a black cloud, killing one girl for love in every generation. But his wife hasn’t forgotten, nor has his baby sister, Gita. Suddenly his daughters are up to no good and Dr. Raman Nair doesn’t know which way to turn. As It Was Written marks the arrival of a wonderful new voice in fiction, and a storyteller of the highest order.
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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Read!, Feb 17 2010
By Usha Cheriathundam - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: As It Was Written: A Novel (Hardcover)
I read this book and loved it! I just ordered another 5 copies as gifts for friends and family. Had I read the Publisher's Weekly review before reading it, I probably would never have purchased the book which is sad. The book is rich and thick which story which draws you into their word...but somehow the review made that seem like a bad thing. The reviewer seems to be asking for a small, simple, quick read - and that's what I use the articles in the internet for. I like my books to draw me into another world in which I want to be part of - and that's just what this book did. The exaggeration of too many people the reviewer mentioned was silly! I tried to imagine a person that wouldn't enjoy this book as I feel its for all ages and ethnicities....and I can only think of a secluded only child that never had close family and friends....why else would one complain of too many people!?!?!
5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
An Intricately Woven Love Story, Mar 3 2010
By Book Groupie "KAHD" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: As It Was Written: A Novel (Hardcover)
I'm sure you have heard it all before, "You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll fall in love with the characters...." With "As It Is Written", this is really the case! I did not know what to expect when a friend suggested this book. I was worried I would not relate because I am not from India. The characters were so authentic that it did not matter where they were from. Some of the vocabulary threw me at first, but then I found I could easily discern it from the context. When I finished reading, I felt like I personally knew this family and was witness to their every joy and heartbreak!
"As It Is Written" is really a cleverly crafted love story centered around a young American immigrant woman from India, her brother and his family. With her sometimes satirical and often poetic voice, Suhatha Hampton weaves a heart wrenching tale about love and life within the boundaries of culture, religion and tradition. She is able to capture these characters in particularly touching moments where you may find yourself either laughing out loud while reading or drying your eyes on your sleeve. But be forewarned, Ms. Hampton throws in some sensuality to her love story which really makes this an intimate novel. After reading this book, your perception of the airport baggage claim area will never be the same!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fantastic, Oct 27 2010
By Marcia - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: As It Was Written: A Novel (Hardcover)
Fantastic first book. I was so sorry it ended. I became part of the family. I would highly recommend this book.
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