| In 1848, Olivia, a young American woman, goes to Calcutta to visit relatives. Her aunt tries to break her of her "tomboyish" ways and plans to match her up with a man from high-class society. In the meantime, Olivia is more interested in her uncle's business and she would prefer to return home to America's wild west where she can be herself. Soon, however, she meets Jai – a half-caste bastard. Olivia's aunt faints upon hearing his name, and Olivia is forbidden to see Jai. Of course, Olivia sees him anyway. At times Jai is tender and loving toward Olivia. At other times he is downright offensive. In spite of his often cruel behavior, Olivia falls in love with him. Ignoring all the warnings from friends and relatives, she pursues a most volatile relationship. | ||
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Plot & Themes Time/era of story Forbidden/mismatched love? Yes How mismatched? Hidden Identity/Secret Motive Yes Is really... - out for emotional revenge Main Male Character If he's not white he must be... - indian Unusual characteristics? Main Female Character Age/status: - 20's-30's Unusual characteristics: Setting Asia/Pacific Yes Asian country: - India Writing Style Accounts of torture and death? - no torture/death What % of story is romance related? - 60% How explicit is the sex? - vague references only Focus of story - equally on him and her How much dialog - significantly more descript than dialog |
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