Author:
RV Raman
Genre:
Fiction
Publisher:
Hachette India
ISBN:
978-93-5009-800-4
Price:
Rs 250/-
Fraudster. By far, the best thriller by an
Indian writer.
An
absorbing read that doesn't resort to sensationalism to retain the
reader's interest. Good plot, good language and crisply written.
A
tight plot and racy action took me hurtling towards a tense climax. Insight
into the top echelons of corporate India and the banking industry was an added
bonus. Believe me, it's a mean, murky world.
Mr. Raman has done justice to the
readers expectations and his awesome writing skills keep you glued to the
story.
Raman weaves a web of deceit which is quite gripping. The reader from
the early chapters can get an idea of what is happening and as the story
progresses is prepared to see what's coming. From the very beginning, it is
clear that Fraudster is a thriller of the highest level.
The author hides all the clues to the perpetrator right out in the open and it is for the readers to pick up the hints. The author takes us for a ride throughout the book right till the climax. The characters are well fleshed out and very distinctive from each other. Each character has something to add to the story.
The author narrates the story with
a certain flair that compliments the plot and helps build the grit of the
story. Raman's background in financial circles has certainly helped him in
terms of being authentic, and some of the procedures are certainly enlightening
to lead. At the same time, one does not need to have any in-depth knowledge of
financial terms to be able to follow the plot.
The
amazing part about the novel is its interesting plot and how complicated
technical aspects are described in a simple manner.
The book cover having a silhouette against the backdrop of a skyline is captivating!
RV
Raman knows what he is writing about. He knows when to use what and how to play
with it to strengthen the characters and the plot of his book. He has tried to
simplify everything for a reader who is not from the banking world.
A
very gritty, realistic and interesting mystery that is a must read for all
mystery lovers.
P.S: This review is for
Writersmelon (http://www.writersmelon.com/)
Ratings - 4/5
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