A Rising Man: 'An exceptional historical crime novel' C.J. Sansom by Abir Mukher

Description: A Rising Man by Abir Mukherjee India, 1919. Desperate for a fresh start, Captain Sam Wyndham arrives to take up an important post in Calcuttas police force. He is soon called to the scene of a horrifying murder. The victim was a senior official, and a note in his mouth warns the British to leave India - or else. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The winner of the Harvill Secker/Daily Telegraph crime writing competition Captain Sam Wyndham, former Scotland Yard detective, is a new arrival to Calcutta. Desperately seeking a fresh start after his experiences during the Great War, Wyndham has been recruited to head up a new post in the police force. But with barely a moment to acclimatise to his new life or to deal with the ghosts which still haunt him, Wyndham is caught up in a murder investigation that will take him into the dark underbelly of the British Raj. A senior official has been murdered, and a note left in his mouth warns the British to quit India- or else. With rising political dissent and the stability of the Raj under threat, Wyndham and his two new colleagues - arrogant Inspector Digby and British-educated, but Indian-born Sergeant Banerjee, one of the few Indians to be recruited into the new CID - embark on an investigation that will take them from the luxurious parlours of wealthy British traders to the seedy opium dens of the city. The start of an atmospheric and enticing new historical crime series. Notes The winner of the Harvill Secker/Daily Telegraph crime writing competition, this is the first instalment in an enticing new historical crime series. Back Cover An exceptional historical crime novel C.J. Sansom A thought-provoking rollercoaster Ian Rankin India, 1919. Desperate for a fresh start, Captain Sam Wyndham arrives to take up an important post in Calcuttas police force. He is soon called to the scene of a horrifying murder. The victim was a senior official, and a note in his mouth warns the British to leave India - or else. With the stability of the Empire under threat, Wyndham and Sergeant Surrender-not Banerjee must solve the case quickly. But there are some who will do anything to stop them... One of the most exciting debut novels Ive read in years Val McDermid Highly entertaining ...set in a Calcutta so convincingly evoked that readers will find sweat bursting from their foreheads Daily Telegraph This vivid murder mystery moves at breakneck speeds Sunday Times Intoxicating... utterly captivating Daily Mail LONGLISTED FOR THE CWA GOLD AND ENDEAVOUR HISTORICAL DAGGERS If you enjoyed A Rising Man , pre-order the second Sam Wyndham mystery, A Necessary Evil , now. Coming in June 2017. Author Biography Abir Mukherjee is the bestselling author of the award-winning Wyndham & Banerjee series of crime novels set in 1920s India. His books have been translated into fifteen languages and won various awards including the CWA Dagger for best Historical Novel, the Prix du Polar Européen, and the Wilbur Smith Award for Adventure Writing. He also co-hosts the popular Red Hot Chilli Writers podcast which takes a wry look at the world of books, writing, and the creative arts, tackling everything from bestsellers to pop culture.Abir grew up in Scotland and now lives in Surrey with his wife and two sons.Website: abirmukherjee.comTwitter, Threads & Instagram: @radiomukhersFacebook: AuthorAbir Review A joy to read -- Susan HillA journey into the dark underbelly of the British Raj... a cracking debut -- Jon Coates * Daily Express *Splendid...Captain Sam Wyndham is a winning creation * The Times, Crime Book of the Month *[A] terrific first novel...Mukherjees descriptions of Calcutta under the Raj are vivid, while Wyndhams position as a newcomer with fresh eyes works brilliantly * Sunday Times, Crime Book of the Month *Enthralling... The investigation sends Wyndham and his Bengali assistant on a whirlwind circuit of the city -- Marilyn Stasio * New York Times Book Review *Evocative, intricate, beautifully written. A must read -- Vaseem Khan, author of the Inspector Chopra mysteriesA lip-smacking and highly entertaining mystery, set in a Calcutta so convincingly evoked that readers will find sweat bursting from their foreheads -- Jake Kerridge * Daily Telegraph *This vivid murder mystery moves at breakneck speeds * Sunday Times *An intoxicating debut… The most engaging detective since…James Runcies Grantchester series: utterly captivating -- Geoffrey Wansell * Daily Mail *A Rising Man is an exceptionally good, and original, historical crime novel...Roll on book two. -- C.J. Sansom, author of the Shardlake series Prizes Short-listed for Jhalak Prize 2017 (UK) Short-listed for HWA Goldsboro Debut Crown 2017 (UK) Short-listed for CWA Goldsboro Gold Dagger Award 2017 (UK) Short-listed for Theakstons Old Peculier Crime Novel of the Year 2018 (UK) Review Text A joy to read Review Quote A joy to read Promotional "Headline" India, 1919. Captain Sam Wyndham is confronted with a highly charged case: a senior official has been murdered, and a note in his mouth warns the British to leave India - or else... Details ISBN1784701343 Author Abir Mukherjee Publisher Vintage Publishing Year 2017 ISBN-10 1784701343 ISBN-13 9781784701345 Format Paperback Publication Date 2017-05-04 Media Book Pages 400 Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 823.92 Language English UK Release Date 2017-05-04 AU Release Date 2017-05-04 NZ Release Date 2017-05-04 Subtitle An exceptional historical crime novel C.J. Sansom Narrator Susan McInearny Illustrator Jim Lee Edited by Thomas Moran Birth 1939 Affiliation Associate Professor of Psychiatry, Bipolar Clinic and Reseach Program, Massachusetts General Hospital Position Associate Professor of Psychiatry Qualifications PsyD Series Wyndham and Banerjee series Audience General Imprint Vintage Alternative 9781529956696 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:102331980;

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