Author’s Note

In the journey of life, some threads tie us to reality while others lead us into the realm of imagination. Till Fate Do Us Part is a tale woven from both—where reality merges with f iction, and experiences intertwine with creativity. As a parent blessed with the privilege of caring for a special-needs child, I have been gifted with a lens into a unique and deeply inspiring world. Through my interactions with my daughter, I have come to understand the strength that resides in those who face life’s challenges with unwavering determination and boundless love. It is from this wellspring of understanding that the character of the child in this novel takes shape—a tribute to the resilience and beauty of those who navigate life’s journey against all odds. I have woven the backdrop of the female protagonist drawing from my years in the corporate world. Much of her ambitions, struggles, and triumphs resonate with my own experiences, and I hope they echo with those who have ventured through the corridors of corporate aspirations. Yet, the heart of Till Fate Do Us Part lies within its medical backdrop—an unfamiliar arena and yet one where I had the privilege to observe from the sidelines as I waited in sterile hospital corridors on multiple occasions. Those seemingly inconsequential moments served as fragments I have now woven into a world of intricate relationships and gripping narratives. You can never take writing out of a writer, can you?

This novel is a journey that navigates the delicate dance between love and adversity, choices and consequences. It’s a testament to the resilience of the human spirit—the same spirit that I have seen shine brightly in the eyes of my daughter and in the souls of those who seek solace and healing within hospital walls. I invite you to enter the pages of Till Fate Do Us Part with an open heart and an understanding that we live in a world where destinies converge, fates are forged, and the human spirit triumphs against all odds. It’s a story that’s as much mine as it is yours—a tapestry woven with threads of love, hope and the unbreakable bond that ties all humans together.

Smita Das Jain

Gurugram,

2024