How do you find your voice when the world demands your silence? Born with a fragile heart into a culture where tradition often masks control, Pragati’s life was defined by the walls built around her. In this raw and deeply moving autobiography, Pragati Mukherjee peels back the layers of a life lived under the weight of prejudice, chronic illness, and the suffocating "care" that served as a cage. From the playgrounds of childhood bullying to the complex dynamics of a home where love and abuse were often indistinguishable, What Lies Beneath the Silence is more than just a memoir of hardship. It is a testament to the indomitable human spirit. In these pages, you will discover: A Story of Survival: Navigating the physical fragility of a heart condition alongside the emotional toll of systemic prejudice. The Complexity of Tradition: A courageous look at how pain is often hidden behind the guise of family honor and cultural expectations. The Path to Healing: How parental love and the transformative power of writing became the catalysts for reclaiming a stolen identity. Universal Hope: A beacon for anyone who has ever felt invisible, unheard, or broken by their circumstances. ​​​​​​​Pragati’s journey reminds us that wounds may never fully disappear, but they can become the foundation of a new kind of strength. If you are looking for a story that balances the harsh reality of trauma with the gentle persistence of hope, this book is for you. Because even the hardest journeys can still lead toward the light.