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Vikas Swarup, famed for turning real events into compelling fiction, presents a stark portrait of contemporary India through the murder of a playboy on his own estate. The investigation is led by investigative journalist Arun Advani, who interrogates six suspects—a corrupt bureaucrat, an American tourist, a stone‑age tribesman, a Bollywood sex symbol, a mobile‑phone thief, and an ambitious politician—each armed with a gun.
The novel probes the complex intersections of privilege, power, and the caste system, exposing how deeply these structures influence even the most sensational crimes. Swarup’s narrative balances suspense with a thoughtful examination of Indian society, making the mystery as intellectually engaging as it is thrilling.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Private Investigator
Authors: Vikas Swarup
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