This month we’re reading The Bandit Queens by Parini Shroff.
About the Book
Five years ago, Geeta’s husband disappeared. He simply walked out—but in her small village in India, everyone believes she killed him.
Oddly enough, the rumor has worked in her favor. As a feared “self-made” widow, Geeta enjoys a level of freedom most women in her village don’t. No one harasses her, pressures her to remarry, or tries to control her life.
But when other women start coming to her for help getting rid of their own husbands, Geeta’s reputation quickly becomes more dangerous than convenient. Soon, what started as a rumor spirals into something much bigger—forcing Geeta to figure out how to protect the life she’s built before everything spins out of control.
Equal parts suspenseful and funny, The Bandit Queens is a story about survival, friendship, and what happens when women stop playing by the rules.
Why We Chose It
This book is perfect for book club discussion. It’s layered, thought-provoking, and filled with complicated characters you’ll definitely have opinions about. It blends dark humor with deeper themes about freedom, expectations, and the power of community.
In other words… there will be plenty to talk about.
Join the Conversation
Our book club is all about bringing readers together for great conversations and a shared love of stories. If you’ve been looking for a way to meet fellow readers and dive deeper into the books you love, this is the perfect place to start.
Grab your copy of The Bandit Queens here.
We can’t wait to hear what you think. 📚