This is an interesting book about a Pakistani elite woman who lives in her own world. The writer brought together many acts, events, attitudes and sophistication into one character called ‘Butterfly’.
Butterfly lives in a high society where she acts and behaves in a certain manner. This provokes the reader in thinking about the different social relations which exist in a multi-dimensional society. The under privileged has certain needs, fears and anxieties whereas the elite who make up their own bubble live a totally different life. The character of Butterfly is pre occupied with in laws, black magic, money, weddings, parties, charity balls, scandals, consumerism, property and wealth.
This book has been written at a time when Pakistan was going through turbulent times in its history. 9/11, Invasion of Iraq, Kashmir Earthquake, Tsunami, Lal Masjid and Benazir’s assassination also affect Butterfly’s life, but to what extent? This could only be uncovered giving this book a read.
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