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Shubra Krishan
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Binding
Hardback
Number of Pages
312
Age Group
All
Language
English
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Book Summary
This is a crime fiction and mystery thriller set in Delhi around 1990, following a seasoned detective as he confronts a murder that appears perfectly executed. The central theme weaves power, fear, and hidden loyalties within a web of personal and professional ties. It’s written for adults who enjoy atmospheric, puzzle-driven detective stories and morally complex thrillers. The emotional tone is tense, unsettling, and thought-provoking.
The story is presented as a tightly plotted investigation, with vivid city scenes, forensic-minded deduction, and a protagonist who re-examines past leads. The reading experience is immersive and cinematic, blending procedural detail with psychological insight to heighten suspense.
Readers follow a web of relationships—the wife living under pressure, a dangerous lover, a trusted secretary, and a long-time friend with secrets—as the detective pieces together what happened. The mystery unfolds through patient examination of evidence, shifting theories, and surprising turns that keep the reader engaged from first page to last.
After finishing, readers gain sharper instincts for motive and justice, along with a renewed curiosity about how truth emerges from quiet, patient inquiry. The book leaves a lasting impression by showing how fear and secrecy can shape ordinary lives in unexpected ways.
Product Details
Author
Shubra Krishan
Publisher
Penguin Random House
Number of Pages
312
Language
English
SKU
BK0488701
ISBN
9780143476115
Reading Age
All
Dimensions
13x13x20CM
Binding
Hardback
MRP: ₹ 299
₹ 270
₹ 29 Off