STEPPING TO THE FAR-AWAY MUSIC by R. Vasundhara Devi

It was recognized all-round that Kalindi’s husband Vijayarama Rao was not a practical man, but nobody said it in so many words. Everyone seemed to respect him. When he spoke about worldly affairs, they listened attentively. But Kalindi felt a vague unease. It took some time for her to understand that there was a problem.…… Continue reading STEPPING TO THE FAR-AWAY MUSIC by R. Vasundhara Devi

Shadows by R. Vasundhara Devi.

There was only one scene visible all around – a hardened expanse of red soil.  Some red mounds and hills lay scattered here and there.  A small signboard next to one of the hills said “DOKKA  SEETHAMMA’S  SHELTER” in rounded white letters. Along the slopes of that hill, several people hung around, playfully. Their sport…… Continue reading Shadows by R. Vasundhara Devi.