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“A gripping story of one woman’s self-emancipation from marital despotism.”
— Kirkus Reviews

‘Leaving’ is an inspirational memoir of real life events.
—The Daily Guardian

"Kanchan Bhaskar chronicles escape from abuse in new memoir"
— Kenosha News

"What I like about the read, is that Kanchan has a  genuine way of looking at her world which is influenced highly by her culture.”
— Lori's Book Loft

“Her experience touched my heart beyond words. Her wonderful family, no matter how many times she tried to leave her abusive relationship and went back, they never turned their back on her and always had their hearts and doors open. Despite her insurmountable obstacles, this was a battle only she could win. Holding on to her faith and the love of her children, the path she carved to break those chains was inspiring, empowering and relatable to any women who thinks she can't do it, she fought to choose life and won." The reviewer shared how your experience touched their heart and found your path to breaking the chains inspiring, empowering, and relatable to any woman who thinks she can't do it. "
— What Is This Book About

"Leaving is a powerful and inspiring book that is definitely worth reading.  It reminded me of Betty Mahmoody's Not Without My Daughter. Bhaskar's courage and strength in the face of adversity are truly inspiring. The book is not only for those who have experienced domestic violance and need motivation to leave an unhealthy marriage but for anyone looking for inspiration and hope in life."  
NewsBytes
By Lahari Basu

“Leaving: How I Set Myself Free from an Abusive Marriage” by Kanchan Bhaskar is an intense and inspiring journey of liberation. Within its pages, Kanchan takes us on an emotional journey, shedding light on the complexities of an abusive marriage and the courage it takes to break free, offering valuable insights and lessons along the way.
—Vidhya Thakkar

"Leaving is one memoir that every Indian must read, because it makes the violence that we all know of very, very real. But, the twist is that there is light at the end of the tunnel. How she survived listening to her children’s laughter and how she stood up to protect them from the abuse."
Femina.in

Kanchan’s book, “Leaving,” not only serves as a powerful testimony of her past painful experiences but also as a symbol of closure and triumph over adversity. It signifies the end of a chapter filled with pain and marks the beginning of a new, happier life. 
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