What We Are Reading

Anagram Destiny by Grishma Shah is a beautifully written debut novel that arrives at a crucial time, as immigrants, people of color, and other marginalized communities face increasing pressures and prejudices—often rooted in ignorance.

This novel offers a historically grounded exploration of the immigrant experience and the pursuit of the American Dream. It follows Aanya, a first-generation Indian American, as she embarks on a deeply personal journey to India, navigating love, loss, and self-discovery. Her past—shaped by a coming-of-age at a roadside motel in Georgia—intertwines with her connection to her childhood friend, Ayaan, whose name is an anagram of hers. Through lyrical storytelling, Anagram Destiny captures the complexities of identity, belonging, and the ties that bind us across continents.