A Murder at Malabar Hill

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Collection of promotional blurbs and starred reviews for “A Murder at Malabar Hill,” introducing solicitor Perveen Mistry as a pioneering female sleuth in early 20th-century Bombay. Praises highlight period details, sharp and evocative writing, tight plotting, multicultural atmosphere, and a capable, independent heroine, alongside her role in unfolding the murder mystery.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryStory & Novel

FormatPDF

Pages374

Reading Time9 h 36 min

AccessFree to download

EARLY PRAISE FOR THE BOMBAY PRINCE ‘Perveen [Mistry] is much more than a sari-clad Miss Marple: she’s Bombay’s first female lawyer as well as a keenly intelligent sleuth, a trailblazing woman balancing the weight of family tradition with her own dreams …a deliciously satisfying read!’ Kate Quinn, The New York Times bestselling author of The Rose Code PRAISE FOR THE SATAPUR MOONSTONE ‘As tangled, mysterious, fascinating and absorbing as the first novel …I hope this is not the last we have heard of PJ Mistry, Esquire.’ The Newtown Review of Books ‘Simply put, The Satapur Moonstone is a flawless gem. Historical mysteries don’t get any better than this.’ New York Journal of Books ‘Massey’s story drips with well-researched period details and her feisty heroine is quick to quip …this whodunit is great fun and an easy read.’ Bri Lee, bestselling author of Eggshell Skull ‘ …the writing is sharp, the descriptions clear and evocative.’ Good Reading ‘Well-researched and convincing.’ The Wall Street Journal PRAISE FOR A MURDER AT MALABAR HILL ‘Perveen Mistry is a rule-breaking badass in a sari. She has emotional intelligence and a thirst for women’s rights. She can pick a lock with ahairclip and save the day with the sharpened nib of a fountain pen and a bottle of pungent rose oil.’ The Spinoff ‘This outstanding series launch from Agatha-winner Massey introduces Perveen Mistry, Bombay’s first female solicitor…The period detail and thoughtful characterizations, especially of the capable, fiercely independent lead, bode well for future installments.’ Publishers Weekly (starred review) ‘[Massey] does a wonderful job of taking life in India at the beginning of the 20th century. She gives enough cultural details without overwhelming readers with facts. The two plotlines wonderfully depict the development of the main character and the mystery as it unfolds …Fresh and original.’ Library Journal (starred review) ‘Marvellous …Tight plotting, exceptional writing and truly fabulous characters make this novel a joy to read. An absolute pleasure.’ Better Reading ‘Massey ably evokes the fascinating multicultural milieu of her colonial-era setting—and in Perveen has created a winning heroine sure to garner a following of her own.’ The West Australian ‘Massey tells a convincing story that may be set in the past but resonates in the present day …the success of A Murder at Malabar Hill is welldeserved.’ The Canberra Times ‘Enjoyable light reading, an interesting immersion in Indian life and culture, and a well-plotted murder mystery.’ Newtown Review of Books ‘Fantastic!…Anyone who likes Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries will love this.’ Bri Lee, bestselling author of Eggshell Skull ‘It’s a period of time and place that’s not much written about in crime fiction, and the female perspective, particularly that of a young professional woman at a time when women did not do these sorts of jobs, will appeal to many read

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