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The Perplexing Theft of the Jewel in the Crown

Baby Ganesh Agency Book 2
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In The Perplexing Theft of the Jewel in the Crown by Vaseem Khan, retired Inspector Ashwin Chopra is drawn into a high-stakes mystery when the crown jewel of the British Empire is audaciously stolen during its exhibit in Mumbai. Along with his unusual sidekick, a baby elephant named Ganesha, Chopra navigates through a web of intrigue, cultural tensions, and complex characters to recover the priceless artefact. This engaging crime thriller combines elements of humour and suspense, offering readers both a gripping plot and a delightful exploration of Indian culture.
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You might enjoy this book if you love immersing yourself in intricate crime capers with a touch of humour. Set against the vibrant backdrop of Mumbai, it features a retired inspector tasked with recovering a priceless diamond, offering an intriguing mix of mystery, culture, and vivid character development. Perfect for readers who appreciate clever plots and engaging storytelling in a unique setting.

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The Perplexing Theft of the Jewel in the Crown

The delightful second novel in the Mumbai-set Baby Ganesh Detective Agency series. When the Koh-i-Noor diamond is stolen from an exhibition of the crown jewels only one man (and his elephant) can crack the case...

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The second book in the heartwarming and charming Baby Ganesh series.

For centuries, the Koh-i-Noor diamond has set man against man and king against king.

Now part of the British Crown Jewels, the priceless gem is a prize that many have killed to possess.

So when the Crown Jewels go on display in Mumbai, security is everyone's principal concern. And yet, on the very day Inspector Chopra visits the exhibition, the diamond is stolen from under his nose.

The heist was daring and seemingly impossible. The hunt is on for the culprits. But it soon becomes clear that only one man - and his elephant - can possibly crack this case...

The Perplexing Theft of the Jewel in the Crown will take you on a thrilling ride, filled with suspense and unexpected allies, as you follow Inspector Chopra on his quest to retrieve the legendary diamond.

Series: Baby Ganesh series

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The Perplexing Theft of the Jewel in the Crown is praised for maintaining a heart-warming tone while addressing themes of corruption and crime. Critics describe the story as endearing, charming, and featuring a delightful set of characters, including the diligent Inspector Chopra. The rich setting in Mumbai adds vibrant colour to the narrative, making it an enjoyable and whimsical read.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781473612327

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 23 March 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Mulholland Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 257g

Pages: 368

About the Author

Vaseem Khan first saw an elephant lumbering down the middle of the road in 1997 when he arrived in India to work as a management consultant. It was the most unusual thing he had ever encountered and served as the inspiration behind his series of crime novels.

He returned to the UK in 2006 and now works at University College London for the Department of Security and Crime Science where he is astonished on a daily basis by the way modern science is being employed to tackle crime. Elephants are third on his list of passions, first and second being great literature and cricket, not always in that order.

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