On this episode of Bread, Butter & Books, we’re joined by Uma Lohray, debut author of The One-Way Ships—a powerful coming-of-age novel rooted in the forgotten history of Indian baby ayahs during the British Raj. Set in pre-independence Shimla, the story follows young Asha’s journey through grief, survival, and rebellion. Uma talks to us about digging through archives, writing with empathy, and giving voice to girls history tried to erase. A stirring conversation on memory, identity, and the power of fiction.