THE MURDER IN THE RAIN

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐈𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐚𝐢𝐧
𝐁𝐲 𝐌𝐨𝐢𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐞 𝐁𝐡𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐫𝐢
𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐫: 𝐒𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐭𝐢 𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐫
𝐏𝐚𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐤: 𝟏𝟖𝟒
𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐝: 𝟖𝐭𝐡 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒
𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐫𝐞: 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐫/ 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐞
𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐖𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠
𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫: 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒


"Murder in the Rain" is a compelling collection of crime thrillers centred around the adventures of Inspector K.P. Singh. The six stories are intricately woven with elements of Singh's personal life, showcasing his exceptional case-solving abilities. The book is written in accessible language, with excellent narration that makes for a fast-paced and engaging read.

The Murder in the Rain: Domestic help Leena is accused of murdering her husband. The irascible Inspector K.P. Singh, preoccupied with his marital troubles, is eager to see her imprisoned. Amidst a tangle of intrigue involving a corpse in a gunny sack, a lovesick admirer, a bankrupt businessman, and agitated employees, Singh navigates the complex case to uncover the truth. Set in Mumbai, this fast-paced thriller reveals Singh’s pursuit of justice.
The Murderous Fall: Celebrated film producer Raman Arora is found dead in the garden of his high-rise in Worli, Mumbai. Although his family claims it was an accidental fall, Inspector K.P. Singh suspects murder. The well-guarded terrace raises questions about the accident narrative, driving Singh to investigate the truth behind the hasty conclusion.
The Last Swim: At a swimmer's camp in Pune, Priya and Tanuja become fierce rivals. The competition turns deadly when Tanuja is found murdered in the pool. With Priya as the prime suspect, Inspector K.P. Singh must unravel the truth amidst the tensions and secrets beneath the pool's surface.
Abducted: While Inspector K.P. Singh reads his wife's bestselling novel about a kidnapper, his neighbor's son is kidnapped. Businessman Manoj Kulkarni’s refusal to involve the police and the kidnapper’s failure to collect the ransom led Singh on a tense chase from Mumbai to Lonavala. Can Singh save the child and solve the mystery of the abduction?
The Honey Trap: Inspector K.P. Singh uncovers a plot to frame renowned lawyer Ratan Negi in a honey trap. Before Singh can delve deeper, Negi is murdered. Disguising himself as a wealthy businessman, Singh enters the honey trap in Aurangabad, complicating his personal life when his wife sees him with another woman. Can Singh expose the criminals and resolve the issues in his marriage?
The Kolhapur Murders: When Inspector K.P. Singh arrives in Kolhapur for his cousin Rushali's wedding, he finds himself entangled in tragedy when Rushali's father-in-law is murdered. The following morning, Singh witnesses a senior police officer shooting an unarmed sugarcane farmer and faces pressure to cover it up. Are the crimes connected, and can Singh confront his superior to seek justice? Discover the answers in this gripping thriller.

I highly recommend this book to those new to the thriller genre, as it is an ideal introduction for novice readers looking to develop an interest in crime thrillers. Overall, it is an enjoyable read. However, I have rated it 3.5 stars because, as an avid reader, I found the culprits somewhat predictable. Despite this, it remains a good and entertaining read.

My Rating:

3.5/5

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