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The Shadows of Men
‘An unmissable series’ The Times
Series: Wyndham and Banerjee series
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Award-winning writer Abir Mukherjee is back with another brilliant mystery novel in the Raj-era Wyndham and Banerjee series.
Calcutta, 1923
When a Hindu theologian is found murdered in his home, the city is on the brink of all-out religious war.
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Wyndham and Banerjee are back in a stunning new instalment in this award-winning, Raj-era series.
Sunday Times Crime Book of the Month
A 'Book of the Year' pick in The Times
'Abir Mukherjee is doing something uniquely different in the crime genre...breathtaking' —Peter May, Sunday Times bestseller, on The Shadows of Men
Calcutta, 1923. When a Hindu theologian is found murdered in his home, the city is on the brink of all-out religious war. Can officers of the Imperial Police Force, Captain Sam Wyndham and Sergeant Surendranath Banerjee, track down those responsible in time to stop a bloodbath?
Set at a time of heightened political tension, beginning in atmospheric Calcutta and taking the detectives all the way to bustling Bombay, the latest instalment in this 'unmissable' (The Times) series presents Wyndham and Banerjee with an unprecedented challenge. Will this be the case that finally drives them apart?
'An engaging, evocative thriller that captures the heat of Indian nights and heady days of a bygone era, without being sentimental or simplistic' —Janice Hallett, bestselling author of The Appeal
'The Shadows of Men finds the always reliable Crime Writers' Association Dagger Award-winner Abir Mukherjee on fine form' —Financial Times
PRAISE FOR THE WYNDHAM AND BANERJEE SERIES
'An exceptional historical crime novel' —C.J. Sansom
'A thought-provoking rollercoaster' —Ian Rankin
'Cracking... A journey into the dark underbelly of the British Raj' —Daily Express
Series: Wyndham and Banerjee series
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The Shadows of Men
Wyndham and Banerjee are back in a stunning new instalment in this award-winning, Raj-era series. Sunday Times Crime Book of the Month A 'Book of the Year' pick in The Times 'Abir Mukherjee is doing something uniquely different in the crime genre...breathtaking' —Peter May, Sunday Times bestseller, on The Shadows of Men Calcutta, 1923. When a Hindu theologian is found...PaperbackSold Out
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The Shadows of Men by Abir Mukherjee is praised for its captivating and atmospheric storytelling, set in the evocative backdrop of 1920s India. The novel is appreciated for its unique blend of historical fiction and crime thriller elements, with critics commending Mukherjee's ability to transport readers to the era with vivid descriptions and a sharp, humorous narrative style. The book is noted for its compelling dual narrative and seamless integration of a gripping murder mystery with historical context.
Book Details
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ISBN: 9781784708542
Publisher: Vintage Publishing
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 16 June 2022
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Vintage
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 22.0mm
Width: 130.0mm
Height: 197.0mm
Weight: 250g
Pages: 352
About the Author
Abir Mukherjee is the bestselling author of the award-winning Wyndham & Banerjee series of crime novels set in 1920s India and the critically acclaimed contemporary thriller Hunted. His books have been translated into fifteen languages and won various awards including the CWA Dagger for best Historical Novel, the Prix du Polar Europeen, and the Wilbur Smith Award for Adventure Writing. He also co-hosts the popular Red Hot Chilli Writers podcast which takes a wry look at the world of books, writing, and the creative arts, tackling everything from bestsellers to pop culture. Abir grew up in Scotland and now lives in Surrey with his wife and two sons. Website- abirmukherjee.com Twitter, Threads & Instagram- @radiomukhers Facebook- AuthorAbir
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