BEST INTENTIONS Paperback

Simran Dhir's Best Intentions is a sharply observed novel of manners that delves into the intricate dynamics of love, family, and politics within contemporary Indian society, primarily set in Delhi. The story follows Gayatri Mehra, a history journal editor in her early thirties, who is increasingly weary of her parents' relentless search for a suitable husband. Her life becomes intertwined with Akshay Grewal, the arrogant yet principled brother of her newly married sister's husband, when her journal faces pressure from a powerful right-wing political party. As Gayatri and Akshay navigate their professional challenges and a burgeoning, complicated relationship, they also uncover the hidden truths and unraveling marital bonds within their own families, exploring how ambition, hard truths, and the desire for power collide with personal relationships.