How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #10
"They wouldn't want you to marry a widow; such a marriage is inauspicious. And you own land. You would have no trouble finding a wife who would bring you a dowry." (11.14)
When Raji proposes, Koly is floored because she's a widow, and no man wants a widow in her society. Even though she's more independent than ever before, she still finds herself thinking about traditional ways when it comes to marriage. Not for too long, though—Koly gets right back to doing her own thing and decides to marry Raji.