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Bad Day at the Vulture Club

Baby Ganesh Agency Book 5

Vaseem Khan author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Hodder & Stoughton

Published:8th Aug '19

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In Bad Day at the Vulture Club, Inspector Chopra investigates the murder of a wealthy industrialist, revealing deep social divides in Mumbai.

In Bad Day at the Vulture Club, the latest installment of the Baby Ganesh Agency series, Inspector Chopra finds himself entangled in a complex murder case. The victim, Cyrus Zorabian, is a prominent industrialist whose death sends shockwaves through the city of Mumbai. His body is discovered in a Tower of Silence, a sacred site for the Parsee community, where the dead are traditionally left to be consumed by vultures. This unsettling discovery raises questions about the motives behind the murder and the implications it holds for both the wealthy and the impoverished in the city.

The Parsees, known for their influential presence in Mumbai, are characterized by their secrecy and power. As Chopra delves deeper into the investigation, he faces the challenges of navigating a world filled with privilege and hidden agendas. The police's initial dismissal of the case as a random killing only fuels Chopra's determination to uncover the truth. With his loyal elephant companion by his side, he must confront the realities of wealth and corruption that intertwine the lives of the city's inhabitants.

As the investigation unfolds, Bad Day at the Vulture Club explores themes of social inequality and the stark contrasts between the rich and the poor in Mumbai. Chopra's journey is not just about solving a murder; it is a poignant reflection on the consequences of power and the quest for justice in a city where the lines between right and wrong are often blurred.

5 stars. Best of the series so far. -- Abir Mukherjee
Another brilliant chapter in this highly engaging series * Crime Squad *
A most beguiling series * Financial Times *
Praise for the Baby Ganesh series * . *
A most beguiling series * Financial Times *
I can't imagine anybody not enjoying this book... the same winning blend of thrills, charm and local colour as Alexander McCall Smith's The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency. * Reader's Digest *
Delightful * Good Housekeeping *
There have been many insipid imitators of the Alexander McCall Smith formula, grafting a cosy mystery into a depiction of a foreign culture dripping with local colour, but Khan has the quirkiness and hint of grit to make his portrayal of modern Mumbai memorable * Sunday Express *
Keeps things heart-warming while tackling corruption at the highest levels and violent crime at the lowest. Endearing and gripping, it sets up Inspector Chopra - and the elephant - for a long series. * The Sunday Times *
A sparkling debut with a zippy plot and an endearing set of characters * The Lady *
Enchanting * Woman & Home *
Chopra, diligent, incorruptible and not entirely at ease with shiny new India, is a delight, as is his redoubtable wife, Poppy - and Ganesha the elephant, once he has cheered up a bit, proves a very useful ally indeed. Utterly charming * Guardian *
A cast of intriguing characters that it will be a joy to see develop. But the greatest strength is the setting in the teeming city of Mumbai, from which the colour and atmosphere flows out of every page in this enjoyable, whimsical tale * Daily Express *
A quirky murder mystery... full of colourful characters and insightful details about human motivation * Irish Examiner *
The series continues to provide plenty of action and notwithstanding the humour that pervades every page the reader gets an education about the very real issues facing those living in one of India's largest cities. * Crime Review *
This riveting, quirky murder mystery is a wonderful addition to a series that goes from strength to strength * Daily Express *

ISBN: 9781473685369

Dimensions: 142mm x 220mm x 34mm

Weight: 440g

384 pages