Archive · 27 Dec 2025

Neera Kashyap’s ‘Cracks in the Wall’ Explores Life’s Fissures

Neera Kashyap’s ‘Cracks in the Wall’ Explores Life’s Fissures

Neera Kashyap’s book ‘Cracks in the Wall’ is a collection of short stories that talk about different kinds of struggles people face.

These include things like domestic violence, mental health issues, and social injustices.

The stories show how people deal with these problems and sometimes find ways to heal.

For example, one story is about a woman named Gulabi who stands up to her abusive husband with the help of a social worker.

Another story is about a woman named Leena who gets support from her flatmate Anita to deal with her nightmares.

The book also has stories about spiritual journeys and small moments that show the strength and fragility of people.

The stories don’t always have happy endings, but they show how people can find insight and change their perspective.

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