Kalpana Swaminathan Volgorde van de boeken

In this engaging mystery, Sita, the niece of detective Lalli, embarks on a journey back from New Delhi. Her travels take an unexpected turn when she becomes embroiled in a puzzling case that tests her wits and resourcefulness. As she navigates through clues and red herrings, themes of family loyalty and the complexities of human relationships unfold. This story promises a blend of suspense and cultural insights, showcasing Sita's determination to solve the mystery while highlighting her connection to Lalli's detective legacy.

In a gripping narrative, detective Lalli receives an urgent call from her friend Sitara, who is in distress. As Lalli delves into the mystery, she uncovers a web of secrets and lies that challenge her investigative skills. The story explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and the complexities of human relationships, all set against a backdrop of suspense and intrigue. Lalli's journey reveals not only the truth behind Sitara's troubles but also deeper insights into her own life and choices.

Set in Bombay during 1896, the story follows a charming Indian Prince who becomes enamored with a European woman. Their romance unfolds against a backdrop of cultural contrasts and societal expectations, exploring themes of love, identity, and the complexities of cross-cultural relationships. As their worlds collide, both characters must navigate the challenges posed by their differing backgrounds and the pressures of their respective societies.

A retired policewoman turned detective, Lalli has a knack for uncovering intriguing curiosities that often lead her into the depths of murder mysteries. Her adventurous spirit drives her to solve complex cases, blending her past experiences with her passion for investigation. As she navigates through clues and suspects, readers are drawn into a world of suspense and intrigue, where every curiosity may hold the key to a chilling crime.

Pinki was the first to go. It was past six when her mother noticed Pinki was missing. They were still looking for Pinki three days later, when Jamila went missing. They were looking for Jamila two days later, when Pinki’s parents found a parcel on their threshold. It was a parcel, done in newspaper, trussed with string. A parcel, as big as a large pillow. Or, a small child. By that time, Mary was missing. The missing children of Kandewadi become a cause célèbre as febrile activism and media hype keep the violence resonating. When Lalli ignores the smokescreen and sets out to reveal the truth, she encounters the unimaginable. Greenlight is a chilling crime thriller that explores the interface between the real and the virtual and forces the reader to confront the moment.

24 Patwardhan Cross. The solitary bone that surfaces in the garden there doesn't mean much to police surgeon Dr Q or Inspector Savio. But Lalli, who collects curiosities, finds it curious. Things get curiouser when a dying gigolo whispers the address in terror, and curiouser still when a mummified finger with a chic manicure turns up in the same garden. Lalli might have ignored these curiosities had there not been a child at the heart of the matter. As she investigates what makes this garden grow, Lalli uncovers a gruesome tale.