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Ratings: ★★★★☆ (4.5/5)
Genre: Historical Fiction / Family Saga / Literary Fiction

Book Review:
Sharon Maas's ''Peacocks Dancing'' is a richly evocative novel that transports readers from the colorful streets of Georgetown to the grand estates of India. The story follows Rita Maraj, a spirited young woman growing up in a chaotic, ramshackle household where she collects stray animals and people with equal passion. When her father remarries, her stepmother's attempts to impose order and respectability threaten to stifle Rita's adventurous spirit. But the arrival of a distant relative searching for an heir to the family's Indian estates sets Rita on a path that will change her life forever. Her formidable aunt, the Maharani, becomes her guide to a world of tragedy, destiny, and long-buried family secrets. Maas writes with warmth, humor, and a keen eye for detail, creating a vivid panorama of exotic places and unforgettable characters. As Lesley Pearse raves, ''What an absolute joy it is to discover Sharon Maas.'' A captivating read for fans of sweeping family sagas and richly atmospheric storytelling.