BahirAuthor: Monisha K. GumberPublisher: Leading TrailsRating: 3.5/5 The objectification of women is not a new concept. Their existence is seen merely for entertainment, pleasure and reproduction. The scenario becomes bleaker when we talk about countries that have a majority of illiterate people who believe in being a follower rather than thinking for themselves and choosing a path. Bahir by Monisha Gumber gives a peek into the life of one such woman who suffers at the hand of destiny and doesn’t find peace anywhere she goes. The story of her life is gut-wrenching, overwhelming yet inspiring. Like a phoenix who rises from the ashes, Sawera, the protagonist, makes an earnest effort…