Behind the Veil
By Anayta Jain

Beneath humor, chaos, and whimsy lies a beating heart of rebellion.

Behind the Veil is a vibrant collection of short stories that dances between the deeply personal and the joyfully political. With wit and warmth, Anayta Jain introduces us to unforgettable characters — from the defiant Samosa Sisters waging culinary-fueled protests in Delhi’s gullies, to Anjali, the sunshine-haired Monsoon Maestro who rebuilds her world one teacup at a time; from Detective Priya’s peacock-feathered justice in Mumbai’s underbelly to Rani’s purple rainstorm adventures in a climate-changed Kerala; and even Speedy Shalini, the scooter-racing daredevil turned road safety icon.

Each tale unveils the lived realities and quiet revolutions of women who dare to speak, to scream, and to laugh out loud — even when the world demands their silence. Blending satire, social commentary, and sheer storytelling sparkle, Behind the Veil is a tribute to resilience, resistance, and the relentless power of everyday heroines.

Peek behind the veil — and discover the riot of courage, color, and chaos that awaits.