Nik also has a Christian friend (and other neighbours), so there is a jumble of traditions include in this fabulous story. But there is a nice explanation as to some of Nik’s history with his family, given to Trent by the favourite Aunty. I’m not sure how liberal India is in terms of homosexuality but from the start I did wonder how Nik’s family would act, besides his awesome favourite aunty (I’m sure we all got one of those) and one of Nik’s sisters. The story itself is a fascinating look at the overwhelming idea of meeting an entire family at one celebration.
This story is packed with description of Trent and Nik’s surrounds in India, along with all the Indian food (makes me want to eat Indian food or perhaps even watch a Bollywood movie!). The inclusion of a glossary at the end of the story on some of the Indian terms is great. This is a contemporary tale about Nik (really Nikhelish) and Trent, travelling to India where Trent is to meet Nik’s family. Review: I really didn’t know what I was expecting with this one and I was too lazy to look up what “chirappu” is. Whether the trip leads to misunderstandings that will drive them apart or to a new understanding that will draw them closer than ever, it’s sure to be an experience they’ll never forget.Ī story from the Dreamspinner Press 2014 Advent Calendar package “Celebrate!”. As excited as he is to see everyone again, he worries the foreign culture, religious differences, and disapproval might shock Trent.Īt the same time, Trent worries Nik’s big, close-knit family won’t accept an American-much less a man-as Nik’s partner and that his presence will impede the otherwise happy reunion. Now that his relationship with them is less strained, he’s bringing his boyfriend Trent along to celebrate the winter holidays. Publisher: Dreamspinner Press (December 1st, 2014)īlurb: Nikhilesh (Nik) Sharma hasn’t been home to Alappuzha, India, since he came out to his family ten years ago. Series: Dreamspinner Press’ 2014 Advent Calendar: Celebrate
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