Set on the fictional Caribbean island of Lantanacamara, Shani Mootoo's 'Cereus Blooms at Night' introduces Mala, an elderly woman confined to an asylum. Through the compassionate eyes of Otoh, a young nurse, Mala's fragmented past slowly emerges, revealing a life marked by profound isolation, unconventional love, and the enduring search for identity amidst a backdrop of societal judgment and personal trauma.

Why You Should Read?

• Explores complex themes of identity, sexuality, and gender in a Caribbean context.
• Offers a poignant narrative on resilience, trauma, and the pursuit of love and acceptance.
• Features compelling characters and vivid prose that transports readers to a unique island setting.
• Challenges conventional notions of family, mental health, and societal norms.