Nirmala by Premchand

If you are expecting a happy and carefree childhood tale, you might be disappointed. If you are interested in happy endings, you would be better off reading another book. This story does not promise fairy-tale endings or unending joy. Instead, it delves into the bittersweet moments of a young girl's life as she navigates the complexities of growing up, revealing the burdens of family expectations, the loss of innocence, and the harsh realities of womanhood. However, if you are in search of stories that conclude with blissful endings, I urge you to look elsewhere.