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Death in the East

Sam Wyndham, Book 4

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Death in the East

By: Abir Mukherjee
Narrated by: Simon Bubb
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Calcutta police detective Captain Sam Wyndham and his quick-witted Indian Sergeant, Surrender-not Banerjee, are back for another rip-roaring adventure set in 1920s India.

1905, London.

When Bessie Drummond, an old flame of Sam Wyndham's, is attacked in the street, he is determined to get to the bottom of it. But the next day, Bessie is found dead in her room and Wyndham soon finds himself caught up in her murder investigation. The case will cost the young constable more than he ever imagined.

1922, India.

Leaving Calcutta, Wyndham heads for the hills of Assam, ready to put his opium addiction behind him. But when he arrives, he sees a ghost from his life in London - a man thought to be long dead, a man Wyndham hoped he would never see again.

Wyndham knows he must call his friend and colleague Sergeant Banerjee for help. He is certain that this figure from can only be after one thing: revenge...

**WINNER OF THE CWA SAPERE BOOKS HISTORICAL DAGGER 2020**

*A SUNDAY TIMES BOOKS OF 2021 PICK*

©2019 Abir Mukherjee (P)2019 Penguin Audio Crime Fiction Historical International Mystery & Crime Mystery Fiction

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Critic reviews

As ever, Abir Mukherjee brings sardonic wit to his portrayal of British rule in India and the action is perfectly paced, but this volume has a depth that makes it stand out. His best yet (Jake Kerridge)
In his most accomplished and complex novel yet, Mukherjee keeps the reader enthralled as the duo race towards a brilliant conclusion. Death in the East is a contender for the best thriller of the year. (Jon Coates)
Death in the East is the best so far of an unmissable series (Antonia Senior)
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Superb novel. Loved the story set in two different worlds and in two different decades. Great characters and plot. The relationship between Captain Wyndham and Sergent Banerjee changing during the novel representing thr changing times of the world brilliantly. I have thoroughly enjoyed this whole series. Great narrating too which is one of the reasons I have loved listening.

Another great crime story - this time set in East End London as well as East India - over two different decades. Brilliant plot

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Brilliant Story, brilliant narrator and inspirational author's note at the end. I think Mr Mukherjee has a unique view on the Indian/British/Scottish situation in India in the Raj. Fans of Tartan Noir should give this series of books a try as there is always at least one Scottish character. I have enjoyed each book in the series more than the one before and can't wait for the next one.

Abir Mukherjee is now in my top 5 favourite author

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I really enjoyed this latest in the series. The programme at the monastery was interesting and convincing. The dual story line worked really well - not always a massive fan of this kind of structure but it was handled convincingly and added to the quality of the book.

Great that Banerjee and Wyndham have a deepening relationship and that both characters have a more complex relationship towards the ideology and practice of Imperialism.

I am conscious that any details here could spoil this excellent book for other Audible listeners - so please forgive any impresson of generalities.

Fully recommended and I hope that other listeners enjoy it as much - the whole series is very high quality . Now have to wait for Book 5!

Very Satisfying Latest in a Great Series!

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Really good story, but to get the most out of it you really need to read previous 3 books in the series.

Really good 4th book

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The last addition to the series was really worth the wait. The actual plot is an excellent crime story and stands on its own, but the novel also addresses some of the issues that are very pertinent today. Seishi Yokomizo’s funs will like the book.

Performance: solid, but we came to expect it from Simon Bub.

Escape from the Lockdown(s) with this book

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This was a superb dual timeline historical crime fiction novel set in 1920s India and 1900s London. It’s the fourth book in the Wyndham and Banerjee series, and it was just as good as the other three.
I must confess that I wasn’t too sure about the two timelines, as normally this series is just set in one timeline and in one location. I didn’t find it confusing, I was just a bit unsure how it was going to play out. I didn’t have to worry though as it all worked out perfectly and the two timelines were very important for the whole story.
The mystery in both timelines was excellent and had me changing my mind about what had occurred and who was responsible. It was great being able to consult my husband about what was going on as we were buddy reading it. Reading more books than him, particularly mysteries I was looking for clues the whole time and thinking about who the culprit might be.
I love this series partly because of the setting in India during the reign of the British Raj, I love the way it exposes the snobbish for outright racism! It’s also very funny in parts, laugh out loud funny, which helps to lighten the mood at times. The character development of Sam Wyndham and Sargeant Banerjee is excellent in each book, and this time the friendship and working relationship between them deepens once again.
Simon Bubb’s narration was superb again making this a wonderful listening experience, making me eager to listen to book 5.
I definitely recommend this on audiobook, especially if you enjoy historical crime fiction.

Another Fantastic Story in this Brilliant Series

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This book is so fresh which is surprising since it’s well into the Sam Wyndham series. I love the setting, I love the characters and Abir Mukherjee writes compelling mysteries in an easy, lilting style. He has a great sense of time and place and creates brilliant atmosphere. Little details such as Sam eating potato curry and roti add to our understanding of the characters and the environment. I like the fact that in this book ‘Surrender Not’ is ‘growing up’ and changing his relationship with both Sam and the British Raj in general. And I love that Sam doesn’t reject his request to be called by his proper name as that would not have been in character. The two of them are developing as the series continues. The narrator does the book proud and I can’t wait for the next one.

Perhaps the best of the series so far

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Is it my favourite of the three Wydham books I've listened to? Maybe not. Is it one of the best books I've listened to this year? Definitely.

Love these books

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Having read the previous 3 books in this series, I was tiny bit disappointed by this 4th book. I did like it, but not as much as the others. It did not engage me as much. I found the concept of the story a bit patronising. I also got a bit fed up with the story going back and forth in time - not confusing, just irritating.

A Fairly Good Story

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I really enjoy this book series, which always involve a nice blend of historical events and crime fiction. Abir's background brings a, much needed, different perspective to the history of India during the Raj. It is great to see the bond between Sam and his Indian sergeant develop in a climate where, during this period, this may have been frowned upon. Some of the themes in this book could be set in present day and I took some comfort from the hope expressed in the author's footnote.

Another great story from Abir.

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