The Lotus Cipher: An Inheritance of Echoes

by H Bagur

An empire’s secret. A consortium’s weapon. A choice that could change the world.

A ruined empire hides an algorithm.
A Zurich consortium wants to weaponize it.
Cities that never London, Paris, Berlin.

When Arjun follows a trail from his late father’s notes to the ruins of Vijayanagara empire, he finds evidence of something the modern world would kill to a protocol that can steer thought and behaviour.

From the boulder-strewn temples of Hampi to quiet archives in Bangalore, from backrooms in Zurich to museums in Paris and Berlin, corporations and secret services close ranks. They will break laws and bones to possess a formula that could bend crowds, shape votes, and steer history.

For Arjun the choice is personal. Expose the truth and trigger global chaos, or bury a secret that could remake human will.

319 pages, Paperback

Published October 2, 2025

About the author

H. Bagur is an author of thrillers that explore the intersections of history, politics, and human ambition. Having lived and worked across Europe, Asia, and North America, and travelled to nearly fifty countries, he draws on global experiences to bring authenticity and depth to his stories.
He lives in London with his family.

Reviews

[Brenda G. · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Opening Lines are the Perfect Hook An empire’s secret. A consortiums weapon. A choice that could change the world is tight, punchy, and instantly tells you exactly what kind of epic story you're about to read

[Karen Als · Rating 5 out of 5]

I must say the focus on the Vijayanagara empire and the start in Bangalore gives the hero and the history a unique starting point that most standard thrillers miss. It makes the whole story feel exotic and original…. You're missing out if youre not reading this book not gonna lie

[Kristie Morin · Rating 5 out of 5]

This isn’t just a thriller; it makes you think. If an algorithm could influence crowds and votes, what would it mean for our world? Scary, but fascinating.

[Polina Malets · Rating 5 out of 5]

The pacing is brilliant. It starts with quiet intrigue, then snowballs into a full on race where you can’t stop turning pages.

[Mark Lukus · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of those rare books that feels like a movie in your head. Vivid settings, high stakes, and a plot that doesn’t let go.
An incredible read to be sincere