Book Review - The Secret of Elephants Book by Vasundra Tailor

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“Everything is going to be fine. Just keep thinking that and keep looking forward.”

A tale of family, 3 generations, one decision and a secret - this latest book was a perfect quick read. Thanks to Amazon Kindle for this suggestion!

The author of the book, Vasundra Tailor, was born in India and raised in Zimbabwe, then called Rhodesia. She is a qualified pharmacist, and this is her first book.

The Secret of Elephants is about a family torn apart by a shocking and secret event that occurs in 1950s India, and the uncovering of that secret in modern-day Zimbabwe. Penniless and trapped in a loveless marriage, a young mother, Nirmala from Navsari, India, discovers a mysterious letter addressed to her long-dead father from Zimbabwe, opening a door to a past Nirmala never knew existed and a future she never imagined possible.

“You know what bullies are like. The minute you show your fear, they bully you some more. Don’t ever let them smell your fear.”

With themes of family, class, tragedy, secrets, betrayal, and forgiveness, set against a backdrop of prejudice and caste division, the book is, in a broader sense, a story of second chances.

Overall, The Secret of Elephants is a compelling and emotional read, making it a great choice for an airport read or a relaxing weekend escape.

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