A contradiction between British pop culture and Meena’s grandmother’s ethnic culture, which actually helps develop Meena’s true identity. The novel is witty and funny. Life Isn’t All Ha Ha Hee Hee (1999) – three best friends, Tania, Sunita and Chila, of Punjabi background. The common problems all women face, regardless of where or when they live, plus culture specific concerns. Questions whether the “ever after” is actually happy.