The Marriage Bureau for Rich People - by Farahad Zama (Paperback)

About the Book

Zama's thoroughly entertaining debut novel captivates and delights. In marrying a uniquely Indian tale of culture and tradition to a universal story of family bonds . . . Zama has arranged a perfect match.--Jennifer Chiaverini, author of the Elm Creek Quilts novels.

Book Synopsis

Bored with retirement, Mr. Ali sets up a desk, puts up a sign, and waits for customers for his new matchmaking business. Some clients are a mystery. Some are a challenge. Mr. Ali's assistant, Aruna, finds it a learning experience. But without a dowry, Aruna has no expectation of a match for herself. Then again, as people go about planning their lives, sometimes fate is making other arrangements.

Review Quotes

aA charming novel, fascinating in its depiction of a rich and exotic culture, yet filled with characters as familiar as your next-door neighbors.a
aAnn B. Ross, author of the "Miss Julia" novels
aFarahad Zamaas thoroughly entertaining debut novel captivates and delights. In marrying a uniquely Indian tale of culture and tradition to a universal story of family bonds tested and love triumphant, Zama has arranged a perfect match.a
aJennifer Chiaverini, author of the "Elm Creek Quilts" novels

About the Author

Farahad Zama is a British novelist. His first book The Marriage Bureau for Rich People won the Melissa Nathan Prize for best Comedy Romance Novel and was short-listed for Best Published Fiction at the Muslim Writers Awards. Zama was short-listed for Best New Writer of the Year at the British Book Awards. His other books include The Many Conditions of Love, The Wedding Wallah, Mrs. Ali's Road to Happiness, and Abacus. Zama lives in South London with his wife and two sons.