--- product_id: 4365268 title: "One Amazing Thing" brand: "chitra divakaruni" price: "B/.36" currency: PAB in_stock: true reviews_count: 12 url: https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/4365268-one-amazing-thing store_origin: PA region: Panama --- # One Amazing Thing **Brand:** chitra divakaruni **Price:** B/.36 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** One Amazing Thing by chitra divakaruni - **How much does it cost?** B/.36 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.pa](https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/4365268-one-amazing-thing) ## Best For - chitra divakaruni enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted chitra divakaruni brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description One Amazing Thing ## Images ![One Amazing Thing - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41oQ89ck+DL.jpg) ![One Amazing Thing - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51NIZVChiNS.jpg) ![One Amazing Thing - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41wBalQ+NML.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐ One Unbelievable Thing *by V***A on Reviewed in the United States πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ on July 10, 2013* I was disappointed in this book, especially because on the back cover the author is touted as a Professor of Creative Writing. For that reason alone, I was expecting much more than the book delivered. The basic idea of the book was creative,and had a lot of potential, but the overall effect of the story was not outstanding. Furthermore, expecting more of an English teacher, I was distracted a bit by the style of writing. Some of the sentences were just plain awkward and didn't flow well, therefore causing a distraction from the story; the sentences were not crisp and clear and therefore, I had to re-read some of them to decipher what she was trying to say.My biggest complaint about the book was that it was not presented in a believable manner. Yes, everyone was trapped in a building due to an earthquake. However,rather than obsessing about getting out, the characters were primarily concerned with telling and listening to stories. In a situation of life and death, the primary focus, I'm sure would be escaping. Period. There just didn't seem to be enough fear and focus on getting out. The surrender to the situation came way too easily for all involved, who unrealistically revealed the most intimate details of their lives in order to pass the time. Their willingness to share at such an early juncture in the disaster was not persuasively written. At all. In all likelihood, only if the characters were exuding the fear of being at death's door--- and desperate to escape the immense mental anguish that would result in being trapped way too long--- would they possibly be compelled to reveal such intimate disclosures.Also, the motivations of the characters were not strong enough. For example, Malathai sabotaged her desperately needed job in order to ruin the hair of a mean customer who genuinely liked her in order to avenge a so-so wrong on someone she barely knew. Another example: Bored, pampered Mrs. Pritchett attempts suicide after projecting an extraordinarily loving relationship on a senior citizen couple that she momentarily observes. That observation awakens in her a feeling that her loyal, hard working husband never loved her like she needed, even though she lived a pleasant life of luxury for many years with him.Overall, this book was a fast and easy read. It wasn't utterly captivating, but it moved along at a brisk enough pace and didn't take long to finish. It did not particularly educate, but it did entertain. I'd be willing to read other books by the author as she describes the culture of India well. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Story and Writing *by O***T on Reviewed in the United States πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ on September 25, 2022* Read this for Book Club and really enjoyed the discussion about a group of people who appear to be trapped in a place and what happens next. Telling stories to pass the time and mentally leave the trapped space they share makes perfect sense to me. Would recommend this book! No spoilers here. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing Indeed *by O***E on Reviewed in the United States πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ on February 12, 2013* Chitra Divakaruni had me at "Mistress of Spices", and this is another big winner! A group of people are stranded in the basement of a San Francisco office building by an earthquake. An African-American war veteran with a heart as big as the world takes charge and the group follows his lead--especially after he renders a young Muslim college student unconscious when he tries to open the office door to escape, since doing so could cause collapse of the remaining structure. Diverse, interesting characters shatter stereotypes, tell fascinating stories suggested by an Indian-American college student who knows the value of stories to absorb us. In the process of storytelling, the group bonds closely. As the reader I was as transformed by the stories as the group. Detesting Mr. Mangalam, the office manager I found sexist and self-absorbed, learning his story, I came to feel compassion and care for him. Jiang, a Chinese immigrant to the USA from India, revealed she could speak English all along. The Chinese immigrant from India I know says, "Jiang's story is accurate. This is almost exactly what happened to me." Knowing India to be diverse, I had no idea how diverse it is. This book is gripping, inspiring, and hard to put down, but easy to read as it is divided into almost short story. Spoiler alert: You won't know if they escape. ## Frequently Bought Together - Hachette Books One Amazing Thing - The Last Queen - Oleander Girl: A Novel --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/4365268-one-amazing-thing](https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/4365268-one-amazing-thing) --- *Product available on Desertcart Panama* *Store origin: PA* *Last updated: 2026-05-05*