FMV Book Club: The Bandit Queens by Parini Shroff
Schedule
Mon Jun 01 2026 at 06:00 pm to 09:00 pm
UTC+02:00Location
Bergen Assembly | Bergen, HO
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This month, we get bold, chaotic, and darkly funny — with revenge, sisterhood, and a splash of crime.May’s Book Pick: The Bandit Queens by Parini Shroff
Genre: Satirical Fiction / Crime Comedy
From: India → U.S.
About the book:
What happens when a woman in rural India is (falsely) believed to have killed her abusive husband — and other women want her help to do the same? This fast-paced, razor-sharp novel follows Geeta as she gets drawn into a spiraling web of secrets, alliances, and feminist fury.
It’s outrageous, hilarious, and sometimes deeply moving.
Why we chose it:
After a few heavy reads, we wanted something irreverent and wildly entertaining — while still meaningful. The Bandit Queens explores serious issues like domestic violence, class, and patriarchy, but through a lens of satire and resistance.
It reminds us that stories of survival can be full of bite, laughter, and women rewriting the rules.
Haven’t read the book? Come anyway!
Our discussions are always open — whether you’ve finished the book, skimmed it, or just want to learn. We’ll talk about the themes and the global context, together. Bring a friend.
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Where is it happening?
Bergen Assembly, Halfdan Kjerulfs gate 4, 5017 Bergen, Norge, Bergen, NorwayEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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