What do you think of Smita's decision in the conclusion of the novel? What do you foresee for the future of Smita and Mohan?.Trace Mohan's evolution in the course of his travels with Smita.As strange as the customs and traditions described in this book may seem to an American reader, did you recognize any common touchpoints across the two cultures? What aspects of the novel reminded you of life in America?.How do their cultures inform their relationships: the level of intimacy, communication, decision-making for each woman? If you are in a committed relationship, how do you think it would have been affected if it had begun in a different culture? Why didn't Smita's father change their name back to their family name after settling in America? Do you understand why he didn't?.What do you think of a system where the village council and the head of that council have so much power? What are the consequences of those positions being held by men?.What do you think it will take to change this cultural practice? Honor killings are a fact of life in many parts of the world.
Meena's brothers think they are doing the moral thing, the right thing, by punishing their sister and her husband.Why do you think the author chose this point of view? Meena relates her story to us directly, in the first person.How is Meena's India different from Smita's? What explains the differences?.Smita tells Mohan that her India is not his India.
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