A review by afox98
What a Happy Family by Saumya Dave

4.0

Great read about an Indian immigrant family adjusting to life in America while still dealing with deep-seated Indian expectations. I didn't like Natasha's character at all - understood her desire to do what she liked, but she took it too far and had no consideration of others' feelings. Otherwise, I appreciated the various characters' viewpoints and the overarching theme of mental health awareness and treatment. Solid characterizations and representation of the Indian families I have met in my years of working with and knowing them both in India and the U.S. I also really liked how the author destigmatized the in-patient treatment of those who need it.