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Author : Anita Nair

Publisher: HarperCollins

Genre : Crime Thriller

Format: Paperback

My Rating ⭐⭐⭐⭐

My Take

Prof. Raghava Mudgood is a rationalist, a critic,  a widower, who  remains deeply in love with his late wife Kausalya, and above all , the owner of property worth crores in a prime location.l  Being an Octogenarian,  he needed constant monitoring which was done by his maid Mary Susheela and his daughter Janaki, married to a Muslim Realtor. One day the Professor is found dead at his home in Bangalore by his daughter. ACP Borei Gowda is investing the case

The stage is set, Gowda is meticulously investigating every nook and corner of the case, patiently waiting with bated breath to expose the killer. As Gowda delves deep into the case, he discovers a network of people masked in fake deceit, unraveling a complex web of deception. .  Will he zero on the suspect and nab the killer ? Read the book to know more…

This is the 3rd book in the Gowda series. The protagonist Gowda is a man in his fifties, a strict police officer, true to his conscience, and a person with sharp investigating skills. Hence he earned the title Sakkath Sense from his team.

The book explores themes of corruption, deceit, financial dominance, and revenge, shedding light on the pervasive issue of corruption in urban cities.The story is filled with twists and turns, providing edge-of-seat moments that deliver a thrilling and exciting experience.

What I liked?

The book intricately explores the life, food, tastes, local languages, and common places of Bangalore, creating an instant connection that resonated with me. Being a Bangalorean, I could vividly visualize the places and got a clear picture of the events taking place right in front of my eyes. The mention of the Mudde with mutton curry, the bonds, Chai, the Hoskote Biryani etc.  kept created  an irresistible craving in  me. The local places mentioned in the book  were familiar to me  which  contributed to the excitement and enhanced the reading experience of the intriguing plot.

The narration is smooth, the language is crisp, and the book is beginner-friendly, making it an  unputdownable book showcases a commendable writing style. Some of the characters having typical local names like Oil Mill Jaggi, Ditchie Babu, etc was interesting. The author has left no stone unturned in crafting this book with a typical Bangalore Kannada style, that supports the central character.
With a medium pace and a gripping plot, the book keeps readers engrossed till the end, devoid of any deviation.

What didn’t go well?

Although I liked everything about the book , a bigger font would have given me a better reading experience. 

My Verdict

A wonderful thriller that is worth the time spent reading and leaves you saying ” Sakkath Thrilling Maga“

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