Indian-English writing has given rise to a diverse group of female writers who have explored many parts of girls' and women’s lives and shed light on their struggle to discover identity in a culture that is predominately male. In conventional and patriarchal Indian society, how does it feel to be a girl and a woman? How difficult is it for a girl/woman to maintain her femininity? These are issues that are addressed in Mitali Perkin's works. A girl/woman expected to manage several tasks, even continue to be submissive to the male culture, and play the duties that have been assigned to her by the society. The female heroines of Perkin's works come from traditional, low-income homes and are torn between tradition and male dominance. To be heard and have their ambitions come true, they must work incredibly hard.

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Keywords: Mitali Perkins, Indian Adolescents Girls, Fight for Identity.