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Seven years in the making, Sacred Games is a standout Indian crime thriller that immerses readers in Mumbai’s underworld. Inspector Sartaj Singh—one of the few Sikh officers in the city’s police force—must navigate his aging career and personal upheavals as he pursues the elusive Ganesh Gaitonde, the most wanted gangster in India. The novel weaves a complex portrait of corruption, loyalty and betrayal, drawing on true elements of Mumbai’s street life, organized crime, and the city's cultural tapestry. With sharp dialogue and vivid detail, Chandra paints a gritty, realistic picture of modern India while exploring universal themes of honor, ambition, and moral compromise.
First publish date: 2006
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Police Procedural
Authors: Vikram Chandra
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