A Psychoanalytical Reading of Preeti Shenoy’s Select Novels

Abstract

Indian English Literature have brought an enormous revolution in the literary world and took it to the great heights of success in recent years. Many of the young and dynamic writers are contributing to the lives which directly appeal to young adults. Preeti Shenoy is one of those new talents that emerged in the field of writing. She has written many triggering and inspiring novels to make her readers appreciate the value of life. This paper attempts to use psychoanalytical approach to understand the psyche of the female protagonists of the two of her renowned novels ‘Life is what you make it’ and ‘The Secret Wishlist’. The protagonists of both the novels experience psychological disturbance which results in their mental dissonance and this chaotic condition leads to their unsociable lifestyle. However, after going through all the turmoil, the way they develop a positive approach towards life and society, is the crux of this study.