{"product_id":"9780143450610","title":"The Bombay Prince","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a historical mystery for adults set in 1921 Bombay. Against the backdrop of colonial unrest and a royal procession, a determined Bombay solicitor investigates the death of a young student to seek justice. The tone is tense, atmospheric, and morally measured, appealing to readers who enjoy period drama, legal intrigue, and richly drawn city life.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe narrative follows a seasoned solicitor who steps in to help the student’s grieving family and determine whether the fall from a gallery was an accident or something more sinister. The reading experience is story-led and richly textured, blending legal investigation with vivid street life, college precincts, and the hum of a city on edge to bring 1920s Bombay to life.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReaders move through the coroners’ inquest, shifting loyalties, and the tense street battles as armed agents and rioters change the city’s rhythm. The work interrogates justice, power, and community under strain, while grounding its suspense in empathy, careful deduction, and a commitment to truth rather than sensationalism.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eHistorical mystery set in 1921 Bombay, amid colonial unrest and a royal procession\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong, principled lead who works to help a grieving family and uncover the truth through legal avenues\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStory-driven investigation blending courtroom procedure, street-level danger, and atmospheric city detail\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExploration of themes such as justice, colonial power, gender, and community resilience\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCrisp prose with period-accurate dialogue and vivid cityscapes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePage-turning tension and moral complexity that invite reflection as you read\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eReaders finish with a deeper understanding of 1920s Bombay, the challenges of seeking justice under colonial rule, and a sense of resilience in the face of hardship. The work leaves you more curious about history and the human stories that shape it, along with a lasting impression of courage, empathy, and truth-seeking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Crossword.in","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48540473131225,"sku":"9780143450610","price":475.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/3066\/9017\/files\/91BvAi9CWWS._SL1500.jpg?v=1776680240","url":"https:\/\/www.crossword.in\/products\/9780143450610","provider":"Crossword.in ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}