The book features 50 remarkable Indian women who changed the rules of the game. Simple and lucid, the bite-sized stories examine a landmark moment in the life of the icons. From scientists and artists to freedom fighters and business moguls, equally representing each region — there is enough inspiration for all. For instance, there is Olympic medallist PV Sindhu along with the less-discussed warrior queen Abbakka, who single-handedly defeated the Portuguese six times.

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Then, there are real-life heroines like Subhasini Mistry who worked as a house help before winning a Padma Bhushan in healthcare. Each tale debunks the princess who needs saving theory. Of curating the list, Hiranandani says, "This was easily the most challenging part. I was clear that this couldn't just be a list of accomplished women. It had to be a roster of women who changed the rules. These women are mavericks in the best sense of the term."

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