In a world where family expectations outweigh personal desires, tradition isn't simply a guide—it's an ironclad rule.

Madhav is a young man with an engineering job that pays rather well. He also has:

Traditionally, as the eldest son, Madhav must marry a woman who will perform his ancestors' afterlife rituals—a responsibility he's ready to shoulder. Yet, when it comes to selecting a bride, he'd rather deviate from tradition and choose his own partner—an idea his parents are not willing to accept.

Set in rural India, where old traditions and new ideas often collide, Talking Is Wasted Breath is a compelling drama about the challenges of generational differences, societal pressures, and the power of love. In a world where family ties are both valued and limiting, the story follows one man's search for happiness as he disrupts long-standing traditions. Engaging and insightful, this novel explores themes of change, hope, and the complexities of human relationships.

◆ This book was previously called 28 Years A Bachelor.

◆ Spellings used in this book are British/Indian.

◆ All books in this series may be read independently.

◆ Madhav's sister's story continues in Daughters Inherit Silence.