A Nest Of Vipers By Harini Nagendra

A Nest of Vipers

Author: Harini Nagendra

A Nest of Vipers is the second book in the Bangalore Detectives Club series by Harini Nagendra. This historical crime novel is set in 1920s colonial India, offering a thrilling mix of mystery, history, and social commentary.

Why A Nest of Vipers is a Must-Read

Engaging Historical Mystery – A beautifully crafted whodunit set in pre-independence India.
A Strong Female Detective – Kaveri Murthy, a determined and intelligent amateur sleuth, takes the lead.
Authentic Indian Setting – The novel immerses readers in 1920s Bangalore, rich with culture and colonial-era tensions.
Socially Relevant Themes – Explores issues of gender roles, social justice, and colonial power structures.

Plot Overview

Kaveri Murthy, a young and inquisitive detective, is back to solving mysteries in Bangalore. When a wealthy and influential man is murdered, the city’s elite find themselves tangled in a dangerous web of secrets.

With corruption running deep and powerful enemies trying to silence the truth, Kaveri must use her sharp mind and keen observational skills to solve the case before another tragedy strikes.

Can she uncover the killer while navigating societal expectations and personal challenges?

Memorable Quotes from A Nest of Vipers

"The truth is often hidden beneath layers of power and privilege."

Sinhala Translation: "සත්‍යය බොහෝවිට බලය සහ වරප්‍රසාදයේ තල අතර සඟවී ඇත."

Tamil Translation: "உண்மை பல சமயங்களில் அதிகாரத்தாலும் சலுகைகளாலும் மூடப்பட்டிருக்கும்."

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Book Details

• Title: A Nest of Vipers
• Author: Harini Nagendra
• ISBN: 9781639364962
• Publisher: Pegasus Crime
• Published Year: 2023
• Number of Pages: 320
• Binding: Paperback