India is a country with a rich history and culture, and this is reflected in its literature. Indian murder mystery novels are a popular genre, and there are many excellent examples to choose from. These novels offer a unique perspective on crime and detection, and they often explore the social and political issues that are relevant to India.
- The Calcutta Chromosome by Amitav Ghosh
This medical thriller is set in 19th century Kolkata and tells the story of a young scientist who is trying to uncover the secret of a mysterious chromosome that is said to be responsible for the transmission of disease.
- A Murder At Malabar Hill by Sujata Massey
This historical mystery is set in 1920s Bombay and tells the story of India’s first female lawyer, Perveen Mistry, as she investigates the murder of a young woman.
- The Price You Pay by Somnath Batabyal
This crime thriller tells the story of a young man who is framed for murder and must clear his name.
- Nobody Likes An Outsider by Fawaz Jaleel
This political murdery mystery set in Bihar traces the death of a young politician and how his murder is connected to the modern history of India
- The Dust Will Never Settle by Mukul Deva
This political thriller tells the story of a journalist who is investigating a series of murders that are linked to a government cover-up.
- Framed (Vimal Series) by Surender Mohan Pathak
This crime thriller is the first in a series of books featuring Inspector Vimal, a police officer who is known for his unorthodox methods.
- Dead Meat by Ankush Saikia
This crime thriller tells the story of a detective who is investigating the murder of a young woman.
- The Complete Adventures of Feluda by Satyajit Ray
This collection of short stories features Feluda, a private investigator who solves mysteries in Kolkata.
- Cut Like Wound by Anita Nair
This psychological thriller tells the story of a woman who is haunted by the memory of her childhood friend, who was murdered.
- Sacred Games by Vikram Chandra
This crime thriller tells the story of a police officer who is investigating a series of murders that are linked to a powerful gangster.
These top Indian thriller authors ranging from the yesteryear hero Satyajit Ray to titans like Amitav Ghosh and Anita Nair to newcomers like Ankush Saikia and Fawaz Jaleel are known for their ability to create suspenseful and exciting stories that keep readers guessing until the very end. They also often use their novels to explore social and political issues in India.
If you are a fan of the murder mystery genre, then you should definitely check out some of the Indian novels that have been mentioned in this article. They are sure to keep you entertained and engaged.
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