After Kebaya Tales & Sarong Secrets comes a rich gutsy collection of short stories immersing the reader into the vivid multi-hued world of the Peranakans Here the babas take centre stage masculine perspectives voices & protagonists are put under the spotlight even as fiery & headstrong heroines pursue their passions in the face of powerful obstacles The cast of characters seek to forge individual identities within a unique cultural heritage facing the challenges of modern times The stories are accented with photographs peppered throughout
- of exquisite beadwork bejewelled adornments vintage fabrics gilded artefacts from private collections personal belongings of the babas & of course twinkling manek-encrusted accessories