"seven steps in the sky" is the translation of this novel. this book gives real idea about the problems of females in india. the treatment she receives from childhood at her parents house and after marriage is really difficult. she is always demanded for sacrifice and adjustment. she sacrificies her happiness her freedom every thing for her husband and children. do we ever think that father gets ritired at the age of 58/60. does mother ever ritire from her work. no ........... many examples in this novel is given by kundanika kapadia about the situation and miseries of women. mind blowing work....... salute to her for her work, the minute things which women suffers in life is indicated in this novel..... worth to read