Description

“Marriage Material” by Sathnam Sanghera is a contemporary fiction novel that delves into the complexities of family, tradition, and identity. Set in the West Midlands, the story follows Arjan Banga as he returns to his family’s corner shop after his father’s death. Drawing inspiration from Arnold Bennett’s “The Old Wives’ Tale,” Sanghera weaves a rich tapestry of generational conflict, cultural expectations, and personal aspirations. Praised for its wit and emotional depth, this novel offers a poignant exploration of what it means to be ‘marriage material’ in modern Britain.