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Sandra Wagner-Wright

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Rama's Labyrinth: A Biographical Novel (Women of Determination and Courage)

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Biographical historical fiction that takes the reader across India during the last decades of the British Raj. From a girlhood among Hindu shrines to widowhood and Christian conversion, Rama seeks her destiny. Is it only to educate Hindu widows? Or does God have a larger plan in mind? Rama’s Labyrinth traces the life of Pandita Ramabai, a social reformer who rose above personal adversity to rescue and educate famine victims.

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Sandra Wagner-Wright holds the doctoral degree in history and taught women’s and global history at the University of Hawai`i. Rama’s Labyrinth is her first work of historical fiction. When she’s not researching or writing, Sandra enjoys travel, including trips to India, South Africa, and the Galapagos Islands. Sandra particularly likes writing about strong women who make a difference. She lives in Hilo, Hawai`i with her family and writes a weekly blog relating to history, travel, and the idiosyncrasies of life. Check out Sandra’s webpage at www.sandrawagnerwright.com

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The Gods are Far Away

Rama's family didn't commit suicide, but their situation remained desperate. Rama knew her parents were at death's door, but when her father died, Rama couldn't help but think the gods Anant Shastri served all his life failed him. And if that was true, what hope could there by for anyone?

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Rama's Labyrinth: A Biographical Novel (Women of Determination and Courage)

Rama felt numb. How could this be happening? The gods must be laughing their heads off. They watched Anant Shastri deny his own birthright to serve them. They heard his prayers. Their priests took his money. They left him to die a pauper. It was a poor joke.

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Sandra Wagner-Wright

Rama's Labyrinth: A Biographical Novel (Women of Determination and Courage)

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Author Biography

Author Insight

The Gods are Far Away

Book Excerpt

Rama's Labyrinth: A Biographical Novel (Women of Determination and Courage)

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