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Binding
Paperback
Number of Pages
384
Language
English
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Book Summary
Step into The Burning Grounds, an award-winning historical crime novel that unfolds against Calcutta's haunting burning ghats. From acclaimed author Abir Mukherjee, it blends murder, culture, and cinema into a richly textured mystery. Perfect for adult readers who love intricate plots, atmospheric history, and character-driven storytelling, The Burning Grounds carries a tense, evocative tone that invites you into a world where beauty and danger walk hand in hand.
Written with a sharp, cinematic sensibility and a clear, engaging structure, the story follows Sam Wyndham, recently estranged from the Imperial Police, and Surendranath Banerjee, a man just back from Europe, as they put aside their differences to pursue a killer through Calcutta’s glittering yet treacherous arts scene. The setting—the burning ghats, a dazzling social world, and the simmering cinema industry—is drawn with vivid detail, making the city feel alive. The pace blends suspense with warmth and wit, delivering a reading experience that is both immersive and emotionally resonant.
With rich period texture and a focus on character dynamics, Mukherjee weaves themes of loyalty, ambition, and cultural tension into every scene. The narrative moves between investigations, conversations, and social snapshots, giving readers a window into a world where art, politics, and personal histories collide. If you enjoy historical crime, you’ll relish the interplay between the detectives, the evocative setting, and the sense that each clue opens a larger portrait of a time and place.
After the final page, readers carry a transported sense of place and a deeper appreciation for the era’s art and history, along with a renewed belief in truth and resilience. The Burning Grounds lingers, inviting reflection on loyalty, memory, and the power of storytelling long after the mystery is solved.
Product Details
Author
Mukherjee Abir
Publisher
Harvill
Number of Pages
384
Language
English
SKU
BK0531129
ISBN
9781787302792
Dimensions
15.2 x 2.8 x 23.4 cm
Binding
Paperback
MRP: ₹ 899
₹ 764
₹ 135 Off