Nectar In A Sieve By Kamala Markandaya
Throughout the course of the book, Nectar in a Sieve by Kamala Markandaya, incessant misfortune follows Rukmani, the main character, illustrating the theme that no matter how good and consistent life may feel in the moment, there are always more obstacles to come.
Time and time again, Rukmani settles down in a stable environment only to have it ripped away from her. One of the main examples the book describes is her initial days living with her husband, Nathan. At first, the food is plentiful and their land is fertile. However, as the years go on they soon realize that Rukmani is unable to give birth. A great flood threatens their crops and the couple get their first taste of poverty. They catch a glimmer of hope after she visits Kenny
Time and time again, Rukmani settles down in a stable environment only to have it ripped away from her. One of the main examples the book describes is her initial days living with her husband, Nathan. At first, the food is plentiful and their land is fertile. However, as the years go on they soon realize that Rukmani is unable to give birth. A great flood threatens their crops and the couple get their first taste of poverty. They catch a glimmer of hope after she visits Kenny