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The Mistress of Spices (Hardcover)

de Chitra Divakaruni (Author), Chitra Banerjee Divarkaruni (Author)
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On a mythic island of women "where on our skin, the warm rain fell like pomegranate seeds" powerful spices like cinnamon, turmeric, and fenugreek whisper their secrets to young acolytes. Ordained after trial by fire, each new spice mistress is sent to a far-off land to cure the life pains of all Indian seekers, while keeping a cool distance from the mortals. Only stubborn, passionate Tilo, disguised as an old woman merchant in present-day Oakland, California, fails to heed the vengeful spices' warnings. Fragrant with spice and sensuality, this winning tale rolls off the tongue. Written in the soaring, poetic tradition of China Men and Haroun and the Sea of Stories. --Ce texte provient d'une édition qui n'est plus publiée ou qui est non diponible.


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Divakaruni, author of the award-winning short story collection Arranged Marriage (Anchor, 1995), has crafted a fine first novel that makes a smooth transition to the audio format. Tilo, proprietress of the Spice Bazaar in Oakland, California, is not the elderly Indian woman she appears to be. Trained as a mistress of spices, she evokes the magical powers of the spices of her homeland to help her customers. These customers, mostly first- or second-generation immigrants, are struggling to adapt their Old World ideals to the unfamiliar and often unkind New World. Though trapped in an old woman's body and forbidden to leave the store, Tilo is unable to keep the required distance from her patrons' lives. Her yearning to join the world of mortals angers the spices, and Tilo must face the dire consequences of her disobedience. Divakaruni, whose conversational style translates well into audio, blends social commentary and romance into an eloquent novel of the human condition. With superb narration from Sarita Choudhury, this production is highly recommended for all fiction collections.?Beth Farrell, Portage Cty. Dist. Lib., Ohio
Copyright 1997 Reed Business Information, Inc. --Ce texte provient d'une édition qui n'est plus publiée ou qui est non diponible.

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5.0étoiles sur 5 Magic mixed with reality., Jui 28 2004
Par * "lopa94" (United States) - Voir tous mes commentaires
This book is my favorite by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni. Whereas her short stories all seem to end with depressing ending, this book does the complete opposite and leaves the readers with a complete sense of hope. It's the story of Tilo and how she incorporates her enchanted world into the mundane lives of those that need her help. She uses her magical spices and her powers that were granted to her to help those around her. It's a modern day fairy tale that throws mystical elements into an ordinary California town and Divakaruni writes it so magnificently, that the magical world seems believable.

The stories of those that Tilo helps, tugged at my heartstrings and I found myself empathizing with more then one character. But most of all, I found myself empathizing with Tilo as she goes on her journey to find her place in the world and what she is truly meant to do. This is a heart warming story full of rich characters that the author writes with very colorful and precise details. I would highly recommend this book to anyone.

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5.0étoiles sur 5 A Treasure, Oct. 31 2003
Par "fireflies2" (Richardson, TX USA) - Voir tous mes commentaires
This is a beautiful book. Each word seems carefully chosen to weave a spellbinding story of an other-worldly woman who faces the timeless struggle of finding and honoring her own path. The prose is rhythmic, almost poetic, and rich with marvelous imagery. It is a favorite I'd recommend to anyone who knows, or wishes to know, her own heart.
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5.0étoiles sur 5 A Culinary Delight!, Oct. 13 2003
Par SB "arcticflame" (Long Beach, CA USA) - Voir tous mes commentaires
This book might as well be classified as culinary fiction. I was hungry for more with every flip of the page. Every word, every description, left me aching for more. The book comes alive with its vivid descriptions. I enjoyed reading it, however make sure you keep a snack or two on the side..it will make you hungry.
Banerjee is a masterpiece storyteller. Her characters leap from the pages and into your heart. If you read this, I would also recommend "Arranged Marriage" along side it.
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3.0étoiles sur 5 One half of this book is worth it
I recently re-read this book because I vaguely remembered liking it. I realize know why the feeling was a vague memory. Read more
Publié le Aoû 2 2003 par nikitabot

5.0étoiles sur 5 Fantasy and Real Life rolled into one
THE MISTRESS OF SPICES by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni

The story of THE MISTRESS OF SPICES by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni is a beautiful tale of a young woman who lives and travels... Read more

Publié le Juil 21 2003 par Ratmammy

4.0étoiles sur 5 Very beautiful
It took me a bit to get into The Mistress of Spices, which is why I gave it 4 stars instead of 5. The beginning just -- well -- begins and I admittedly got lost. Read more
Publié le Jui 29 2003 par jmz

5.0étoiles sur 5 A superb novel, sensual and intriguing
It is always nice to see new writers protraying other cultures. This offers us a window on the world of the India sub-continent. Read more
Publié le Mai 23 2003 par J. Mullally

5.0étoiles sur 5 Charming
I really liked this book but found myself getting a little confused here and there. Great story line and a lovely ending...
Publié le Déc 31 2002 par Claire M. Guthrie

4.0étoiles sur 5 Mistress of Spices
In The Mistress of Spices, Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni deftly weaves a tale of cultural maturation from the fabric of the main character's past and present. Read more
Publié le Déc 12 2002 par J.F. Keith

4.0étoiles sur 5 the Mistress of Spices
Incorporating the magical with the real, this novel follows the life of Tilo, a woman with magical powers who decides to become a Mistress of Spices. Read more
Publié le Déc 9 2002 par meb

4.0étoiles sur 5 A Delicious Tale
Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni illuminates the tale of mystical Tilo in her novel, The Mistress of Spices. Read more
Publié le Déc 8 2002 par Erica Z.

4.0étoiles sur 5 A Delicious Tale
Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni illuminates the tale of mystical Tilo in her novel, The Mistress of Spices. Read more
Publié le Déc 8 2002 par Erica Z.

5.0étoiles sur 5 beautiful
i thoroughly enjoyed this book. the world of spices is magical and so are our lives when you add a little extra spice.
Publié le Aoû 8 2002

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