Book excerpt: Manjula is the eldest daughter of a middle-class family in Kerala. Her father is in the army, and they move to a city in North India. She finds it difficult to adjust to the new place. After 3 years, they come back to their native place. Manjula’s dad decides to leave the job to be with the family. There is a financial crisis, and they have to sell their land. They move to northern Kerala, but Manjula is destined to be separated from her family. After the schooling, she is forced to join nursing against her wish. She meets a handsome boy and they fall in love. They get married and are gifted with two kids. Manjula is disturbed by the poor living conditions of the people around her. She detests the rampant corruption, and feels helpless. This is the story of a girl who tries to find answer to the most difficult questions in life. Hard work, sincerity, and enthusiasm—these are the tools she has. With love, she tries to conquer the world. Manjula has a beautiful story to share.