
One
theme prominent in the novel is the plight of women at the time. Nora
is restricted to illustrating butterflies at the camp rather than
venturing out to discover them with the men. Women in science have
come a long way from that time.
Another
prominent theme is the responsibility of Christians in a land with
another major religion. Nora meets a young girl who had been
educated in a Christian mission school and had become a Christian.
Her father has dedicated the girl as a sort of temple prostitute upon
womanhood and Nora wants to save her from the fate. This issue would
make for good discussion revolving around what Christians should and
should not be doing in other cultures.
The
novel begins and ends in the United States but the middle part in
India is fascinating. I liked all the descriptions of the foods,
clothing and customs.
I
recommend this novel highlighting a woman trying to forge her way in
a man's world. You'll also get a good glimpse of academic life in the
era, the influence of parents on career choice, and a thoughtful
exploration of the responsibilities of Christians in other cultures. No discussion questions for reading groups were included.
My rating: 4/5 stars.

Bethany
House Publishers, 368 pages.
I
received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher. My
comments are an independent and honest review.
(My
star ratings: 5-I love it, 4-I like it, 3-It's OK, 2-I don't like it,
1-I hate it.)
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