Deepa Agarwal’s writing stands up against women’s marginalization with rare artistry.’
— K. Satchidanandan
‘Some stories begin at the beginning and some at the end. And in some it’s hard to say where the beginning is and where the end.’ You Cannot Have All the Answers, a collection of fifteen short stories, offers a glimpse into the conflicting emotions that define the human condition, and portrays characters who attempt to seek answers to a variety of existential questions. Including The Asian Age short-story competition winner, Cradle Song, these narratives deal with issues like trauma, sexuality, prejudice, family relations, and the recklessness of youth.