Welcome to this week’s edition of Jen’s Jewels, where I uncover literary treasures waiting to be discovered. Today, we’re stepping into the mesmerizing world of Parul Kapur’s INSIDE THE MIRROR. Set in the bustling streets of 1950s Bombay, this novel beckons readers with the allure of a hidden gem, offering a glimpse into the lives of twin sisters, Jaya and Kamlesh. With each turn of the page, Kapur’s prose sparkles like a rare gemstone, illuminating the intricacies of family bonds, societal expectations, and the timeless pursuit of self-discovery. So, join me as we embark on a journey through the captivating depths of INSIDE THE MIRROR.   Jennifer Vido: Your novel, INSIDE THE MIRROR, takes us deep into the social and cultural fabric of 1950s Bombay. What inspired you to explore this particular period? Parul Kapur: Growing up, I heard stories about my mother’s fun at college and my father’s adventurous early career in India in the 1950s, so I romanticized this period. The country was also full of hope after winning independence in 1947. What I realized in the course of writing the book was that it was a much more complicated and sorrowful time, shadowed by the violence of…