Join Deputy Director Katie Werth for a discussion of The Henna Artist by Alka Joshi.

Escaping from an abusive marriage, seventeen-year-old Lakshmi makes her way to the city of Jaipur. There she becomes the most requested henna artist to the wealthy women of the upper class. Known for her original designs and sage advice, Lakshmi avoids gossip that could ruin her reputation. As she pursues her dream, she is confronted by her husband, who has tracked her down these many years later.