A Necessary Evil

Discover the gripping tale of Necessary Evil by Abir Mukherjee, winner of the 2018 Wilbur Smith Adventure Writing Prize. Set against the backdrop of India in 1920, this captivating mystery follows Captain Sam Wyndham and Sergeant Banerjee of the Calcutta Police as they delve into the shocking assassination of a Maharaja's son. As Wyndham visits the enchanting kingdom of Sambalpore, renowned for its diamond mines and the majestic Palace of the Sun, he uncovers a realm fraught with tension and intrigue. With 384 pages of suspenseful storytelling, Mukherjee masterfully intertwines historical elements with a thrilling plot, making this novel a must-read for fans of mystery and detective fiction. Published in 2018, Necessary Evil promises to keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. Don’t miss the chance to immerse yourself in this extraordinary narrative!