A Necessary Evil: 'A thought-provoking rollercoaster' Ian Rankin by Abir Mukherj

Description: A Necessary Evil by Abir Mukherjee WINNER 2018 WILBUR SMITH ADVENTURE WRITING PRIZESHORTLISTED FOR THE 2018 HISTORICAL AND GOLD DAGGERSLONGLISTED FOR THE 2018 CWA STEEL DAGGERFEATURED ON ITVS ZOE BALL BOOK CLUB 2018India, 1920. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description India, 1920. Captain Wyndham and Sergeant Banerjee of the Calcutta Police Force investigate the dramatic assassination of a Maharajahs son**WINNER 2018 WILBUR SMITH ADVENTURE WRITING PRIZE**Even better than his first Daily TelegraphIndia, 1920. Captain Sam Wyndham and Sergeant Banerjee of Calcutta Police must investigate the dramatic assassination of a Maharajas son...Sam Wyndham is visiting the kingdom of Sambalpore, home to diamond mines and the beautiful Palace of the Sun.But when the Maharajas eldest son is assassinated, Wyndham realises that the realm is riven with conflict. Prince Adhir was unpopular with religious groups, while his brother - now in line to the throne - appears to be a feckless playboy.As Wyndham and Sergeant Surrender-not Banerjee endeavour to unravel the mystery, they become entangled in a dangerous world. They must find the murderer, before the murderer finds them.*SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2018 HISTORICAL AND GOLD DAGGERS**LONGLISTED FOR THE 2018 CWA STEEL DAGGER*Praise for the Wyndham and Banerjee series -An exceptional historical crime novel C.J. SansomA thought-provoking rollercoaster Ian RankinCracking... A journey into the dark underbelly of the British Raj Daily ExpressIf you enjoyed A Necessary Evil, further books in the Wyndham and Banerjee series are available now-A Rising ManSmoke and AshesDeath in the EastThe Shadows of Men Notes Now in paperback, this is the second novel set in India in the 1920s, featuring Sergeant Banerjee of the Calcutta Police Force, following A Rising Man. Even better than his first... I cant imagine anyone failing to enjoy it. Daily Telegraph Back Cover India, 1920. Captain Wyndham and Sergeant Banerjee of the Calcutta Police Force investigate the dramatic assassination of a Maharajahs son. The fabulously wealthy kingdom of Sambalpore is home to tigers, elephants, diamond mines and the beautiful Palace of the Sun. But when the heir to the throne is assassinated in the presence of Captain Sam Wyndham and Sergeant Surrender-Not Banerjee, they discover a kingdom riven with suppressed conflict. Prince Adhir was a moderniser whose attitudes - and romantic relationship - may have upset the more religious elements of his country, while his brother - now in line to the throne - appears to be a feckless playboy. As Wyndham and Banerjee desperately try to unravel the mystery behind the assassination, they become entangled in a dangerous world where those in power live by their own rules and those who cross their paths pay with their lives. They must find a murderer, before the murderer finds them... Praise for A Rising Man : A Rising Man is an exceptionally good, and original, historical crime novel C.J. Sansom This vivid murder mystery moves at breakneck speeds Sunday Times A Rising Man is a whodunit set in the social and political tinderbox of 1919 Calcutta - a thought-provoking rollercoaster Ian Rankin, Observer One of the most exciting debut novels Ive read in years Val McDermid Author Biography Abir Mukherjee is the bestselling author of the award-winning Wyndham & Banerjee series of crime novels set in 1920s India. 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.comTwitter, Threads & Instagram- @radiomukhersFacebook- AuthorAbir Review Even better than his first… What is most striking about Mukherjees novels is his infectious enjoyment of the human oddity of the British in India… Even better is his portrayal of the mix of opulence and spirituality that characterises Sambalpore under its sybaritic but benevolent maharaja… I cant imagine anyone failing to enjoy it -- Jake Kerridge * Daily Telegraph *A year ago I welcomed the arrival of Captain Sam Wyndham and his faithful Sergeant… and I am delight to report that his return is every bit as engaging -- Geoffrey Wansell * Daily Mail *A richly detailed period gem boasting the British Rajs exotic setting and a gripping "whydunit" spun around an intriguing cast -- Christine Tran * Booklist *An intriguing and enjoyable crime novel -- Sarah Shaffi * Stylist *He writes beautifully, bringing the colourful kingdom of Sambalpore to vivid life and taking the reader on a highly entertaining journey to unearth the dark secrets as its core, with unexpected twists on the way to a satisfying finale -- Jon Coates * Daily Express * Promotional India, 1920. Captain Wyndham and Sergeant Banerjee of the Calcutta Police Force investigate the dramatic assassination of a Maharajahs son Prizes Short-listed for CWA Gold Dagger 2018 (UK) Short-listed for CWA Endeavour Historical Dagger 2018 (UK) Review Text Even better than his first... What is most striking about Mukherjees novels is his infectious enjoyment of the human oddity of the British in India... Even better is his portrayal of the mix of opulence and spirituality that characterises Sambalpore under its sybaritic but benevolent maharaja... I cant imagine anyone failing to enjoy it Review Quote Even better than his first... What is most striking about Mukherjees novels is his infectious enjoyment of the human oddity of the British in India... Even better is his portrayal of the mix of opulence and spirituality that characterises Sambalpore under its sybaritic but benevolent maharaja... I cant imagine anyone failing to enjoy it Promotional "Headline" India, 1920. Captain Wyndham and Sergeant Banerjee of the Calcutta Police Force investigate the dramatic assassination of a Maharajah s son Details ISBN1784704776 Author Abir Mukherjee Pages 384 Publisher Vintage Publishing Year 2018 ISBN-10 1784704776 ISBN-13 9781784704773 Format Paperback Media Book Imprint Vintage Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 823.92 Publication Date 2018-03-15 Language English UK Release Date 2018-03-15 AU Release Date 2018-03-15 NZ Release Date 2018-03-15 Subtitle A thought-provoking rollercoaster Ian Rankin Narrator Matthew Beard Birth 1927 Affiliation Lecturer, University of Fort Hare Position Professor Qualifications J.D. Audience General Series Wyndham and Banerjee series Alternative 9781473546479 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:123840672;

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