View a FREE sample

Shabanu

This character is rebellious, headstrong, and prefers the company of camels.

Phulan

This character is compliant and happily accepts what life has dictated.

Dadi

This character is a doting parent.

Mama

This character is patient and wise.

Auntie

This character acts superior about things that are really just the fate of birth.

Grandfather

This character is well respected by the entire family.

Hamir

This character's death causes wedding plans to change.

Murad

This character marries by default.

Sharma

This character broke with the customs of Pakistani culture.

Fatima

This character is still unmarried at age 16.

Bibi Lal

This character is kind and helpful and doesn't hold a grudge.

Nazir Mohammad

This character is a violent landlord in Mehrabpur.

Rahim-sahib

This character is a reasonable politician.

Guluband

This character dances when sung to but ends up being sold.

Mithoo

This character is saved from the womb of a...

(read more Character Descriptions)

This section contains 152 words (approx. 1 page at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample