The Murder Of The Maharajah by H. R. F. Keating
Set against the backdrop of British India, the book revolves around the investigation of the death of a wealthy and despotic Indian prince. The Maharajah, known for his opulent lifestyle and cruel treatment of subjects, is found dead under mysterious circumstances during a hunting party at his palace. The task of unraveling the truth falls to an experienced British police officer, who must navigate through a web of deceit, colonial tensions, and a long list of suspects with motives for murder. As the investigation unfolds, it exposes the intricate complexities of power, privilege, and the dark underbelly of the Raj.
The 5071st greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1980
- Nationality
- British
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- Unknown
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 97th on The Top 100 Crime Novels of All Time (Crime Writers' Association)