A very well written book.
A series of crimes to sort
Lots of twists and turns would recommend to others

Complex mystery with a bit of superstition and supernatural mixing with the exotic Mumbai and Indian culture. Murders by 18 arrows and spontaneous combustion from a family curse thread through complex politics and human interactions. A different amd engaging read.

A ritual killing. An ancient curse. What's myth... and what's murder?! Good book! This book had suspense, intriguing, murder, mystery, a sort of who done it and a few wild twists and turns! The story was interesting, it wasn't one of my top favorite but still worth reading! Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for sharing this book with me!

What really made this book for me was the insights into the cultures, religions and internal politics of Mumbai. There's a real sense of the city that leaps off the page with authenticity.

The plot is less original with a series of bizarre murders taking place to keep a secret covered. Kamil is a fine lead even if he is constantly being attacked and just gets up and carries on - the stakes aren't high here. His will they/won't they relationship didn't work for me: it feels like a rather tired imitation of the snappier partnerships of classic American noir and lacks fizz.

Nevertheless, the portrait of a complex city in modern India made this a compelling read.

The Shadow is a bit of change of direction in Ajay Chowdurhy's excellent Kamil Rahman series in that there's suggestions of the supernatural......something that would normally have me throwing a Detective book aside in exasperation.
Thankfully this is relevant to a very involving story and I think this is the strongest book in the series.

On the verge of handing his notice in Rahman is asked by his boss to go to India to investigate the bizarre,ritualistic killing of a British Engineer. agreeing on condition that he can take friend/unsuspecting love interest Anjoli with him. On arriving in Mumbai Rachman stays with an old friend ,Darius, who is panicking as his 47th birthday approaches, an event that has already seen a curse on his family apparently kill previous generations. When more bizarre deaths appear to be linked to both Darius and an old nemesis of Rachman things get very complicated ......and very deadly.

This is quite a complex tale but one that also introduces many aspects of India's culture ,religious ,social,political and historical, all of which add to and play big parts in the story. Quite sobering is reading the author's notes after the story and realising what appears to be a quite shocking and borderline unbelievable part of the plot is something currently mooted in Mumbai.

I really enjoyed The Shadow on a number of levels. Firstly it's an excellent thriller but also I was intrigued enough about several of the references to Mumbai,it's places,people and history that I spent a few hours after finishing it Googling them.

My thoughts about Ajay Chowdhury's The Shadow is a captivating blend of historical intrigue, police procedural, and supernatural suspense. This gripping novel follows Detective Kamil Rahman as he delves into a series of ritualistic murders in Mumbai. Chowdhury's vivid descriptions of the bustling city and its darker underbelly create a rich and immersive atmosphere. The plot is intricate and filled with unexpected twists, keeping the reader engaged from beginning to end. The characters are well-developed, with Kamil Rahman emerging as a complex and compelling protagonist.
The author skillfully blends historical facts with supernatural elements, creating a unique and thought-provoking narrative. The tension between the rational and the irrational adds a layer of psychological depth to the story.
The Shadow is a must-read for fans of crime fiction, historical fiction, and supernatural thrillers. It's a testament to Chowdhury's talent as a storyteller and a promising start to a new series.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥