Night Train to Jamalpur

Night Train to Jamalpur

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2013 · English · Hardcover · 3 editions
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In the sweltering heat of 1923 North East India, the Night Mail train from Calcutta to Jamalpur becomes the stage for a chilling murder. Amid the clatter of wheels and the murmur of passengers, chaos erupts when a man is suddenly shot dead, plunging everyone into a web of deception and intrigue. The atmosphere is thick with tension as passengers grapple with the shock and uncertainty of their journey, each person wrapped in their own secrets and fears.

As the investigation unfolds against the backdrop of the Indian landscape, the story reveals the complexities of colonial life, drawing readers into a world where class, culture, and mystery intertwine. The train transforms into a microcosm of society, providing insight into the relationships and conflicts that define this era. The consequences of the murder lead to surprising revelations, testing allegiances and stirring up buried histories, while the relentless rhythm of the train carries them ever closer to a truth that could change everything.

Book Details

Format Hardcover
Pages 330 pages
Language English
Published Nov 7, 2013
Publisher Faber and Faber
Editions 3 editions
ISBN-10 0571284094
ISBN-13 9780571284092

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