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When Death Rings: A Mussoorie Murder Mystery
Eight people sit down for dinner at a young singer's success party, but only seven live to see the next day.
When Suhana Sethi, a debutante Bollywood singer, receives a mysterious call during her party, life for the Sethi family of Mussoorie stumbles off the rails. The next morning, a family member is found dead. Murdered.
On the other side of the neighbourhood, battling with depression and a sickening habit of self-mutilation, is Mrs Sheetal Gupta, a widowed lady of the most maniacal personality who is suspected of shielding a secret—a secret that might not live long. What is this secret and what does her world bring to the wealthiest family in Mussoorie is a question that irks many.
Amidst all this are Dev, a retired policeman, and Vikram, a struggling writer, who take it upon themselves to sieve false from the truth before the family's dark, dysfunctional side alters the case completely, and the murder strikes again . . . and again . . .
When Suhana Sethi, a debutante Bollywood singer, receives a mysterious call during her party, life for the Sethi family of Mussoorie stumbles off the rails. The next morning, a family member is found dead. Murdered.
On the other side of the neighbourhood, battling with depression and a sickening habit of self-mutilation, is Mrs Sheetal Gupta, a widowed lady of the most maniacal personality who is suspected of shielding a secret—a secret that might not live long. What is this secret and what does her world bring to the wealthiest family in Mussoorie is a question that irks many.
Amidst all this are Dev, a retired policeman, and Vikram, a struggling writer, who take it upon themselves to sieve false from the truth before the family's dark, dysfunctional side alters the case completely, and the murder strikes again . . . and again . . .
288 pages, Paperback
First published February 25, 2021
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About the author
Pulak Kedia
1 book10 followersPulak Kedia is a medical student with many non-medical interests such as writing novels, singing, and making YouTube videos. An enthusiastic reader, he has grown up reading and writing murder mysteries all his childhood, and draws inspiration from the works of Agatha Christie. When not absorbed in writing, you will probably find him browsing through books in local bookstores in Mumbai. He turns an author with his debut novel, When Death Rings: A Mussoorie Murder Mystery, which is a blend of family dynamics, shocking twists, and an apt dose of humour.
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July 18, 2021
I have been an avid reader of books of all kinds and equally appreciate both fictional and non fictional novels. Still I am often asked about my favourite genre and if I have to single out one , psychological thrillers will certainly top the list. After hearing a lot about this book from my friends and on their strong recommendation I decided to pick this one and I am really glad that I did as it actually fulfilled my expectations.
Suhana is the new sensation in the singing world. After her spectacular debut ,her father throws a party but he is mysteriously found dead the following day. What seems like a natural death at first ,soon turns reeking of murderous intents especially due to the strange phone call Suhana received on the party night. Gradually the readers realise that the roots of murder are quite deep and it has a lot to do with the family's past. After lots of twists and turns and quite a few unexpected folding of events ,the story reaches its climax which is brilliant to say the least as I never saw it coming.
The best part about the book is its tight script and excellent narration of author. There are hardly any dull moments in the story and even if one keeps it aside for a momentary break , the tale doesn't let you feel at peace unless you complete it. Being a huge fan of Agatha Christie and series like Sherlock , I could see some similarities the way story is crafted and layer by layer revealing of subplots. But its the characteristic stellar execution of the author that makes it a truly worthy read. The writer has used the imagery way of writing which is really impressive and leaves an indelible imprint on the psyche . The only let down for me upto an extent is the cover that could have been better and more fascinating for a work of this quality.
Overall a must read and unputdownable book
Suhana is the new sensation in the singing world. After her spectacular debut ,her father throws a party but he is mysteriously found dead the following day. What seems like a natural death at first ,soon turns reeking of murderous intents especially due to the strange phone call Suhana received on the party night. Gradually the readers realise that the roots of murder are quite deep and it has a lot to do with the family's past. After lots of twists and turns and quite a few unexpected folding of events ,the story reaches its climax which is brilliant to say the least as I never saw it coming.
The best part about the book is its tight script and excellent narration of author. There are hardly any dull moments in the story and even if one keeps it aside for a momentary break , the tale doesn't let you feel at peace unless you complete it. Being a huge fan of Agatha Christie and series like Sherlock , I could see some similarities the way story is crafted and layer by layer revealing of subplots. But its the characteristic stellar execution of the author that makes it a truly worthy read. The writer has used the imagery way of writing which is really impressive and leaves an indelible imprint on the psyche . The only let down for me upto an extent is the cover that could have been better and more fascinating for a work of this quality.
Overall a must read and unputdownable book
April 21, 2021
When Death Rings is absolutely an amazing murder Mystery written by the very talented Pulak Kedia. It is full of surprises and a must read for all the book lovers out there. I would definitely recommend getting a copy of this ! Amazing writing style by the author and the best climax. It will keep you hooked up till the end so sit back, relax and enjoy this thriller !! 📚 Keep up the good work and best of luck for future !
April 16, 2021
When death rings is a captivating whodunnit crafted beautifully against the piqturesque scene of Mussoorie. The metaphors and similies are to watch out for. A twisted plot throwing light on dysfunctional modern Indian families laced with humour made this book a thoroughly enjoyable read. Every chapter leaves you wanting for more until the end which leaves you spell-bound and satisfied. The clues are cleverly placed and the descriptions are well thought over. A must read for all mystery lovers. Worth it.
April 6, 2021
Review
I am very much impressed with the story author has told in this very book and title of the book also gives an impression of murder mystery and according to me, the book is worth reading and I would like to recommend this book to all the mystery lover and as it entertained me I hope it entertains you as well.
The beginning of the story kept me engrossed and it can be read in a day as it holds such essence of a murder mystery.
The ending is very interesting and gripping as in the last as the detective of the book was investigating the case it felt like pairot investigation.
What I like most
- The cover of the Book
- I liked the narrative style of the author
- The language is very easy to read
Glimpse in a blink
A party has been organised to celebrate the grand success of a song which is loved by millions and at that party, everyone was busy enjoying the success party but suddenly telephone rings and everyone is startled who can be calling at this time and Suhana receives a mysterious call that seems to her a joke but little did she knew it is telling what will happen.
The next day after the party a piece of news comes that shocks the entire family and people who were in the party, Industrialist Shekhar has found dead in his bed in mysterious circumstances and seems like a natural death but he was murdered and everyone is in shock.
A retired police officer has been called to investigate this case and as the mystery starts to unfolds, one more person has been found dead and the dead person is somehow related to Shekhar who has been found dead in his bed.
I am very much impressed with the story author has told in this very book and title of the book also gives an impression of murder mystery and according to me, the book is worth reading and I would like to recommend this book to all the mystery lover and as it entertained me I hope it entertains you as well.
The beginning of the story kept me engrossed and it can be read in a day as it holds such essence of a murder mystery.
The ending is very interesting and gripping as in the last as the detective of the book was investigating the case it felt like pairot investigation.
What I like most
- The cover of the Book
- I liked the narrative style of the author
- The language is very easy to read
Glimpse in a blink
A party has been organised to celebrate the grand success of a song which is loved by millions and at that party, everyone was busy enjoying the success party but suddenly telephone rings and everyone is startled who can be calling at this time and Suhana receives a mysterious call that seems to her a joke but little did she knew it is telling what will happen.
The next day after the party a piece of news comes that shocks the entire family and people who were in the party, Industrialist Shekhar has found dead in his bed in mysterious circumstances and seems like a natural death but he was murdered and everyone is in shock.
A retired police officer has been called to investigate this case and as the mystery starts to unfolds, one more person has been found dead and the dead person is somehow related to Shekhar who has been found dead in his bed.
April 13, 2021
Fast-paced, refreshing, very visual. Look forward to reading more from the author. Totally recommend this book to detective mystery lovers. Thanks to the author for his meticulous work.
March 30, 2021
'When Death Rings' by Pulak Kedia is a murder mystery novel. It is a 288 pages long book which keeps you hooked till the end. The story is is brilliantly executed. Suspense is maintained throughout the book from the beginning to the end. The novel is written in 1st person narrative.
The story revolves around the murder of of Shekhar Sethi, a business owner. The story starts when Mr Sethi throws a party on his daughter's success. But, his death on the very next day shocks everyone to the core. Though, the autopsy report says that he died because of a heart attack, one can sense that something is fishy. His daughter, Suhana is very sure that her father was murdered and demands further investigation. Mr Dev, a retired police officer takes over the case. The narrator accompanies the officer.
The plot is very intriguing. Three murders take place back to back but it is really surprising to find out the criminal at the last. I am impressed by the writing skills of the author. One needs a mastermind to actually write such thrillers. As it was my favourite genre, I really enjoyed reading this book and completed it within two days. This book is so un-put-down-able. I would recommend this to everyone who love to read murder mysteries. I hardly give books a five star rating but this book deserves it!
The story revolves around the murder of of Shekhar Sethi, a business owner. The story starts when Mr Sethi throws a party on his daughter's success. But, his death on the very next day shocks everyone to the core. Though, the autopsy report says that he died because of a heart attack, one can sense that something is fishy. His daughter, Suhana is very sure that her father was murdered and demands further investigation. Mr Dev, a retired police officer takes over the case. The narrator accompanies the officer.
The plot is very intriguing. Three murders take place back to back but it is really surprising to find out the criminal at the last. I am impressed by the writing skills of the author. One needs a mastermind to actually write such thrillers. As it was my favourite genre, I really enjoyed reading this book and completed it within two days. This book is so un-put-down-able. I would recommend this to everyone who love to read murder mysteries. I hardly give books a five star rating but this book deserves it!
March 28, 2021
Where there is motive there is psychology. Where there is psychology there is modus operandi.
#plot: Sethi's are a rich family living in Mussorie. Proud father Shekhar Sethi throws a party for her daughter Suhana's success as a singer. Everything is going smooth at the party until Suhana's reveives a call which says "prepare to die tonight, Shekhar ". The next morning Shekhar is found dead. Thereafter a series of events follow and 2 more murders takes place. Mr Dev a retired policeman and shekhar's friend jumps in to investigate the case. Investigation reveals Shekhar's death to be a natural one by but Suhana is not convinced due to the phone call she received. Will Mr Dev be able to crack the case ??
#myexperience
Few pages into this book and I thought I knew who the murderer is... but the moment I turn the next page and I am like, no no this person can't be ..then the next and next....so you are left with assuming and guessing who the murderer is, until you turn the last few pages and are left shocked. This made the whole reading experience quite exciting. I loved the twist and turns in the book. It was slow paced at times but nonetheless it will keep you hooked. The language is easy and narration was good no complaints there. Even beginners can go for this. If you like reading murder mysteries where you are left guessing till the end then this is for you.
#plot: Sethi's are a rich family living in Mussorie. Proud father Shekhar Sethi throws a party for her daughter Suhana's success as a singer. Everything is going smooth at the party until Suhana's reveives a call which says "prepare to die tonight, Shekhar ". The next morning Shekhar is found dead. Thereafter a series of events follow and 2 more murders takes place. Mr Dev a retired policeman and shekhar's friend jumps in to investigate the case. Investigation reveals Shekhar's death to be a natural one by but Suhana is not convinced due to the phone call she received. Will Mr Dev be able to crack the case ??
#myexperience
Few pages into this book and I thought I knew who the murderer is... but the moment I turn the next page and I am like, no no this person can't be ..then the next and next....so you are left with assuming and guessing who the murderer is, until you turn the last few pages and are left shocked. This made the whole reading experience quite exciting. I loved the twist and turns in the book. It was slow paced at times but nonetheless it will keep you hooked. The language is easy and narration was good no complaints there. Even beginners can go for this. If you like reading murder mysteries where you are left guessing till the end then this is for you.
March 31, 2021
The Book "When Death Rings" is a murder mystery.The story begins with the sudden death of Mr. Shekhar Sethi, who was a business tycoon.Though it seemed to be a natural death, it was hard for the family members to believe.They further demanded an investigation.The plot gets very interesting from the right beginning😍Every character in the novel seemed to have a reason to revenge on him.Not only Mr.Shekhar but two other people were also found dead😢
Was the death natural as said in the autopsy report or was it a planned murder❓If it was a murder then who was the actual murderer❓Were the three deaths a coincidence or were interrelated❓
This book is so engaging.It kept me hooked till the end.The narration is beautiful and clear.The tittle itself sounds so attractive❤️The language used is simple and lucid.To even imagine such a murder scene is so thrilling.The story is full of twist and turns.Recommended to the ones who love reading mystery and thriller.🤪
Was the death natural as said in the autopsy report or was it a planned murder❓If it was a murder then who was the actual murderer❓Were the three deaths a coincidence or were interrelated❓
This book is so engaging.It kept me hooked till the end.The narration is beautiful and clear.The tittle itself sounds so attractive❤️The language used is simple and lucid.To even imagine such a murder scene is so thrilling.The story is full of twist and turns.Recommended to the ones who love reading mystery and thriller.🤪
April 1, 2021
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This is an amazing piece of work by the author.Its a murder mystery which talks about the death of a man, who's death was still a mystery to solve.It was said to be a heart attack but was it actually so.Three people die one after the other.It was completely strange.A lot of truths came out as one digs deep into the novel.All these facts makes the book more interesting to read.The writing style is amazing which certain plot twists.The author has penned the story in an understandable language which is easy for anyone to grab.Highly recommended.
This is an amazing piece of work by the author.Its a murder mystery which talks about the death of a man, who's death was still a mystery to solve.It was said to be a heart attack but was it actually so.Three people die one after the other.It was completely strange.A lot of truths came out as one digs deep into the novel.All these facts makes the book more interesting to read.The writing style is amazing which certain plot twists.The author has penned the story in an understandable language which is easy for anyone to grab.Highly recommended.
March 25, 2021
Story revolves around Eight people's lives or death. Eight people attended a party and only Seven people return. What happened?
It is a Murder Mystery. The story is well written with full of twist and turns. The most surprising and satisfying part of the book for me was the End part. Really a great read. The book was so good that I read it in a day. Thever of the book is very mysterious and dark. There was nothing in the book that I would want to change or eliminate. The book was perfectly edited.
Overall an amazing read. I will recommend it to every book lover.
It is a Murder Mystery. The story is well written with full of twist and turns. The most surprising and satisfying part of the book for me was the End part. Really a great read. The book was so good that I read it in a day. Thever of the book is very mysterious and dark. There was nothing in the book that I would want to change or eliminate. The book was perfectly edited.
Overall an amazing read. I will recommend it to every book lover.
March 22, 2021
An extremely well entwined murder mystery with a number of major twists and perfectly planted clues so much so that the reader becomes a detective, only to find himself totally surprised and satisfied in the end!! Amazing storyline, great characters and a gripping sequence of events that glues you to your seat until you actually finish the book. And what more does a mystery lover want? So, I would request all the folks, waiting to dive into a thrilling mystery, to read this book and trust me, you will be far far from disappointed! Good wishes to the author and much luck for more such books to come:))
March 13, 2021
A fast-paced murder mystery with enough twists and surprises to leave you spell-bound. The author has weaved a mystery that makes you think and question every suspect in your mind. Suspicion cleverly falls on every character, so much so that you cannot trust anyone!
Each chapter ends in some sort of a cliffhanger and either opens up a new question or reveals a major plot point that does not let you keep the book down. You keep guessing the whodunnit till the very end when the final revelation answers the riddle in a dramatic fashion-much like an Agatha Christie book. Great work by the author!
Each chapter ends in some sort of a cliffhanger and either opens up a new question or reveals a major plot point that does not let you keep the book down. You keep guessing the whodunnit till the very end when the final revelation answers the riddle in a dramatic fashion-much like an Agatha Christie book. Great work by the author!
March 13, 2021
A must read for all mystery enthusiasts
Good work by the author and has been successful
in giving justice to the murder mystery.
Good work by the author and has been successful
in giving justice to the murder mystery.
December 3, 2022
I don’t remember how I initially came accross this book or the reason I bought it, but the high rating and the mystery intrigued me.
I understand it’s the author’s first novel, I would say it’s a good start, detective Dev. feels like a Poirot wannabe in the way he talks to his assistant and makes the big reveal at the end, but who wouldn’t want to be Poirot anyway
I struggled a little with the language, too simple, with excessive use of names throughout the dialogues.
And some sentences were just wrong, like using reluctant instead of persistent, or saying I demand apologies instead of I apologize/I beg your pardon.
Decent twist at the finale , I had only guessed half of the ending.
I understand it’s the author’s first novel, I would say it’s a good start, detective Dev. feels like a Poirot wannabe in the way he talks to his assistant and makes the big reveal at the end, but who wouldn’t want to be Poirot anyway
I struggled a little with the language, too simple, with excessive use of names throughout the dialogues.
And some sentences were just wrong, like using reluctant instead of persistent, or saying I demand apologies instead of I apologize/I beg your pardon.
Decent twist at the finale , I had only guessed half of the ending.
June 15, 2021
A murder mystery story plotted by Pulak Kedia in the backdrop of suspense is an amazing book. I won't summarise the story here, you will get it everywhere, I'll elaborate what I felt. All through the story from the begining there was no drama no useless time pass. It was like I started and the gane began. The highlighted turning point here is the phone ring and this event is so well embeded that I was hearing the ringing sound all while reading it. There was an appreciable gripping that hold me tight from the begining. It was a fast pace throughout without a break. Just as in an engrossing mystery stories suspect never comes out to be the villian, same I found here. Till the last chapter I was just guessing and in the very next chapter I got persuaded that no another one is hiding something. Author has used his manupulative skills in the characters itself were everyone's past took a new turn and diverted the whole direction of leads. Alobg with a classy tittle author has cleverly choosed the destination as Musoorie, were love flows in air but the story made it mistic. Finally, giving a smooth flow to the narration taking so many characters all along is really praiseworthy. It was an exciting read of blooded party.
I am really looking for the next book. You will missout a great piece if you skip this book.
I am really looking for the next book. You will missout a great piece if you skip this book.
June 27, 2021
This book is an awesome murder mystery book which is set in Mussoorie. Eight people sit down for dinner at a young singer’s success party, but only seven live to see the next day. When Suhana Sethi, a debutante Bollywood singer, receives a mysterious call during her party, life for the Sethi family of Mussoorie stumbles off the rails. The next morning, a family member is found dead. Murdered. On the other side of the neighbourhood, battling with depression and a sickening habit of self-mutilation, is Mrs Sheetal Gupta, a widowed lady of the most maniacal personality who is suspected of shielding a secret — a secret that might not live long. What is this secret ? What does her world bring to the wealthiest family in Mussoorie ? To know the answers of these questions give this mysterious book a read. The author has penned all the characters and scenes very well. The book is narrated and written very amazingly. The cover and the title of the book is very captivating and catchy which holds the attention of the readers towards it. It is an amazing and spine thriller and nail bitting read I must say. It is a page turner and gripping Book .The narration was smooth, and it captivates readers throughout making curious about what may happen next. This book is a roller coaster of heart wrenching thriller and suspense. Overall its an excellent book and I would recommend it to everyone especially those who love to read thriller books to give this book a read .
July 1, 2021
This novel will keep you on the edge of your seat as it weaves a murder mystery around the secrets of a dysfunctional family's past and a myriad of suspects as we unravel the plot and the subsequent murders.
Set in Mussoorie, the story begins with Mr Sethi throwing a success party for her daughter Suhana's wonderful singing debut.
Then there's a phone ring, which she mistook for a joke but left her stunned the next day. Her father died of a heart attack, but the phone call and her gut instinct told her that it wasn't a natural death. She summons Mr Dev to look into the case of the person who had a positive experience. He and the narrator work together to solve this enigma.
However, as we flip the pages, the plot unfolds in such a way that we learn about the individuals' pasts and possible intentions.
With murders and a tight investigation that that will keep the readers guessing, this tale leads to an astonishing climax.
The book was a suspenseful whodunit, a jigsaw with similar pieces that was tough to put together.Characters are well-developed, and the narration and writing style are both smooth.The plot is quite intriguing and will keep you enthralled throughout.
The cover is eye-catching, and the title is perfectly suited to the plot. A book that is both unputdownable and beautifully engraved!
A very fantastic debut!
If you like Sherlock Holmes, Agatha Christie books then you should pick this one!
Good luck to the author !
Recom
Set in Mussoorie, the story begins with Mr Sethi throwing a success party for her daughter Suhana's wonderful singing debut.
Then there's a phone ring, which she mistook for a joke but left her stunned the next day. Her father died of a heart attack, but the phone call and her gut instinct told her that it wasn't a natural death. She summons Mr Dev to look into the case of the person who had a positive experience. He and the narrator work together to solve this enigma.
However, as we flip the pages, the plot unfolds in such a way that we learn about the individuals' pasts and possible intentions.
With murders and a tight investigation that that will keep the readers guessing, this tale leads to an astonishing climax.
The book was a suspenseful whodunit, a jigsaw with similar pieces that was tough to put together.Characters are well-developed, and the narration and writing style are both smooth.The plot is quite intriguing and will keep you enthralled throughout.
The cover is eye-catching, and the title is perfectly suited to the plot. A book that is both unputdownable and beautifully engraved!
A very fantastic debut!
If you like Sherlock Holmes, Agatha Christie books then you should pick this one!
Good luck to the author !
Recom
July 2, 2021
Brilliantly written
I am so glad that I picked up the book. It was an excellent blend of mystery, suspense and thrill. The plot is nicely paced, and I did not expect it to be so absorbing. As with mystery novels, the most prominent problem writers face is convincing the readers about the solution presented to the mystery in question. In the book, the author has spun a very brilliant mystery with a plausible explanation. I was trying to figure out the killer as I went on reading, and I admit I did not expect the ending.
The witty dialogues and the imagery used within the narration have formed a page-turner. I could not put down the book without thinking about it constantly in the back of my head. If a book pulls you back the moment you pause reading, that book has to be good, in my opinion. Rarely do I come across a mystery book by a contemporary Indian writer with a strong narrative and impeccable grammar. This book is one of them. The plot was not an original one, though, and we can see hints of old mystery works. However, the book won me over with the execution.
If I really had to nitpick, I would probably say that the book deserved a better cover. Apart from that, I am honestly delighted with the time I spent reading this book. Readers who are new to the mystery genre must add this book to their latest reading list.
I am so glad that I picked up the book. It was an excellent blend of mystery, suspense and thrill. The plot is nicely paced, and I did not expect it to be so absorbing. As with mystery novels, the most prominent problem writers face is convincing the readers about the solution presented to the mystery in question. In the book, the author has spun a very brilliant mystery with a plausible explanation. I was trying to figure out the killer as I went on reading, and I admit I did not expect the ending.
The witty dialogues and the imagery used within the narration have formed a page-turner. I could not put down the book without thinking about it constantly in the back of my head. If a book pulls you back the moment you pause reading, that book has to be good, in my opinion. Rarely do I come across a mystery book by a contemporary Indian writer with a strong narrative and impeccable grammar. This book is one of them. The plot was not an original one, though, and we can see hints of old mystery works. However, the book won me over with the execution.
If I really had to nitpick, I would probably say that the book deserved a better cover. Apart from that, I am honestly delighted with the time I spent reading this book. Readers who are new to the mystery genre must add this book to their latest reading list.
April 27, 2021
Intriguing murder mystery
'When Death Rings' - the name itself has an air of mystery and suspense to it.
The story does justice to the name and does not disappoint.
Set in picturesque Mussoorie, this a gripping whodunnit, dealing with a triple murder. Right from the start, the plot thickens with several twists and turns, revealing layer by layer of each character, shifting focus from one suspect to the other, continually keeping the reader guessing the identity of the murderer. This is the part I enjoyed the most as I had my guess on who the culprit could be, and was happy in the end to find my guess was correct.
The book starts off slow, but picks up the pace soon and manages to hold the reader's interest till the end. The writing felt a bit heavy initially in the descriptive parts, but smoothened up with the dialogues. A suggestion to the author to keep the language simple as bigger words seemed to be breaking up the flow. Nevertheless, it does not take away from the story. The book is a thriller and an excellent attempt for a debut work. Looking forward to more books from this author.
'When Death Rings' - the name itself has an air of mystery and suspense to it.
The story does justice to the name and does not disappoint.
Set in picturesque Mussoorie, this a gripping whodunnit, dealing with a triple murder. Right from the start, the plot thickens with several twists and turns, revealing layer by layer of each character, shifting focus from one suspect to the other, continually keeping the reader guessing the identity of the murderer. This is the part I enjoyed the most as I had my guess on who the culprit could be, and was happy in the end to find my guess was correct.
The book starts off slow, but picks up the pace soon and manages to hold the reader's interest till the end. The writing felt a bit heavy initially in the descriptive parts, but smoothened up with the dialogues. A suggestion to the author to keep the language simple as bigger words seemed to be breaking up the flow. Nevertheless, it does not take away from the story. The book is a thriller and an excellent attempt for a debut work. Looking forward to more books from this author.
April 26, 2021
Well-researched, well-written!
When I started reading the story, I couldn't keep the book down. It's a page turner and the narration is so gripping, you would want to read it to find out the mystery. A well-researched book, author at no point comes across as a novice. In fact, I am not a murder mystery fan but this book altered my perspective.
It all starts with a party where people of different personalities, each with their own quirk, comes across as possible culprits. Dev, the key officer unraveling murder after murder comes across as a unique personality, with a penchant to solve mysteries. Vikram was a likable character too but I was expecting his role to expand as I continued. But, he remained constant through out. May be a little more ups and downs was what I was anticipating as a reader. All in all, this book is amazing and the work put by debut author applaudable. Kudos to a promising debut!
When I started reading the story, I couldn't keep the book down. It's a page turner and the narration is so gripping, you would want to read it to find out the mystery. A well-researched book, author at no point comes across as a novice. In fact, I am not a murder mystery fan but this book altered my perspective.
It all starts with a party where people of different personalities, each with their own quirk, comes across as possible culprits. Dev, the key officer unraveling murder after murder comes across as a unique personality, with a penchant to solve mysteries. Vikram was a likable character too but I was expecting his role to expand as I continued. But, he remained constant through out. May be a little more ups and downs was what I was anticipating as a reader. All in all, this book is amazing and the work put by debut author applaudable. Kudos to a promising debut!
June 24, 2021
When death rings by Pulak Kedia is a murder mystery that will make you lose yourself in its pages. The story follows a murder among the 8 peoples who are gathered in a room to celebrate the success of a young singer. I will not talk much more about the story, as it will be a spoiler.
I love the way the author keeps the mystery alive in the story through his incredibly crisp writing style. He has created a story with an intricate plot, impressive and picturesque narration, and surprising turns. Pulak gives readers all the tools to fall in love with the story. This book is a real page-turner, a delightful read for fans of sleuths, and thrillers. I am pleased to recommend this book and looking forward to reading more from the author.
I love the way the author keeps the mystery alive in the story through his incredibly crisp writing style. He has created a story with an intricate plot, impressive and picturesque narration, and surprising turns. Pulak gives readers all the tools to fall in love with the story. This book is a real page-turner, a delightful read for fans of sleuths, and thrillers. I am pleased to recommend this book and looking forward to reading more from the author.
June 21, 2021
⭐ REVIEW ⭐
When Death Rings
Book by - Pulak Kedia
Review : This is my first murder mystery book, and I enjoyed it. What a start of my murder mystery reading journey. The plot was set up in such an interesting way that one couldn't leave their place without completing it.
I love little poetry which was added by author in order to show something. That gives the whole book , a different look. I just love the book.
My Rant - Ok, this is another a great read. I absolutely loved this beauty. The author did justice to storyline. The plot, storyline, characters roleplay, everything was just amazing. I totally recommend you guyz to go with this one. You won't regret it💜.
For me it's 4.8/5 💜
When Death Rings
Book by - Pulak Kedia
Review : This is my first murder mystery book, and I enjoyed it. What a start of my murder mystery reading journey. The plot was set up in such an interesting way that one couldn't leave their place without completing it.
I love little poetry which was added by author in order to show something. That gives the whole book , a different look. I just love the book.
My Rant - Ok, this is another a great read. I absolutely loved this beauty. The author did justice to storyline. The plot, storyline, characters roleplay, everything was just amazing. I totally recommend you guyz to go with this one. You won't regret it💜.
For me it's 4.8/5 💜
April 17, 2021
Book: When Death Rings : A Mussoorie Murder Mystery
Author - Pulak Kedia
Format-Kindle
Rating- 4.5/5
A mystery crime thriller! Starting with the cover of the book, it is very interest piquing. The shadow of the girl gives you different thoughts for the genre.
This book is a murder mystery revolving around a bollywood debutante Suhana Sethi. And how a mysterious call changes their lives forever.
The writing style is perfect. The author has kept the right amounts of suspicion and mystery involved and circled all the characters perfectly.
Love a thriller story that gives you an adrenaline rush and keeps you hooked! This book is for you.
Buy your copy now!
Happy Reading.
Author - Pulak Kedia
Format-Kindle
Rating- 4.5/5
A mystery crime thriller! Starting with the cover of the book, it is very interest piquing. The shadow of the girl gives you different thoughts for the genre.
This book is a murder mystery revolving around a bollywood debutante Suhana Sethi. And how a mysterious call changes their lives forever.
The writing style is perfect. The author has kept the right amounts of suspicion and mystery involved and circled all the characters perfectly.
Love a thriller story that gives you an adrenaline rush and keeps you hooked! This book is for you.
Buy your copy now!
Happy Reading.
June 25, 2021
Really well written and extremely well executed. The perfect read for someone who wants to read something exciting but not too daunting. Realistic characters, especially Vikram, very loveable. The suspense as well as the story line will not let you put the book down. Looking forward to more from the author!
May 23, 2021
Damn amazing...keeps u entertained till the end..
Clues are shown throughout the book but it's easy to miss..
Highly recommended...worth buying a copy
All the best pulak kedia for the future👍👍
Clues are shown throughout the book but it's easy to miss..
Highly recommended...worth buying a copy
All the best pulak kedia for the future👍👍
April 30, 2021
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Title: When Death Rings
Author: Pulak Kedia
The format I read: Kindle
Publication: Notion Press
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My review:
When Death Rings by Pulak Kedia is a mind-blowing murder mystery which is set up in mussoorie. Right from the very start, the story is gripping and makes the reader curious. It starts with a success party thrown for Suhana Sethi by her father Shekar Sethi, where Suhana recieves a call and that one phone call changes everything. I love reading murder mystery so much and when I got this book to read, I didn't expect it to be so gripping and amazing story. I was guessing about the killer from the start but everytime I was convinced about the killer, the story took the new turn. I was guessing killer till the end when the story turned out to be so Mysterious. There was a perfect combination of past and present. The way past was explained and the way it affected the present. I m so much in love with this book and I am glad I read it in the first place. Kudos to the author.
The language was simple and easy to understand with so much of information. There was no extra information which wasn't needed. The story was fast paced. I lost myself in the story somewhere.
The title and the book cover is good but it could have been better. Given the story, the title and the book cover was left behind.
Grab this book to read mind blowing murder mystery.
That's all about it.
Ratings
Plot: 4/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Narration: 4/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Title/Cover: 4/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Overall: 4/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐
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Title: When Death Rings
Author: Pulak Kedia
The format I read: Kindle
Publication: Notion Press
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✨
My review:
When Death Rings by Pulak Kedia is a mind-blowing murder mystery which is set up in mussoorie. Right from the very start, the story is gripping and makes the reader curious. It starts with a success party thrown for Suhana Sethi by her father Shekar Sethi, where Suhana recieves a call and that one phone call changes everything. I love reading murder mystery so much and when I got this book to read, I didn't expect it to be so gripping and amazing story. I was guessing about the killer from the start but everytime I was convinced about the killer, the story took the new turn. I was guessing killer till the end when the story turned out to be so Mysterious. There was a perfect combination of past and present. The way past was explained and the way it affected the present. I m so much in love with this book and I am glad I read it in the first place. Kudos to the author.
The language was simple and easy to understand with so much of information. There was no extra information which wasn't needed. The story was fast paced. I lost myself in the story somewhere.
The title and the book cover is good but it could have been better. Given the story, the title and the book cover was left behind.
Grab this book to read mind blowing murder mystery.
That's all about it.
Ratings
Plot: 4/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Narration: 4/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Title/Cover: 4/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Overall: 4/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐
February 10, 2024
Well damn, I wasn't expecting the ending to be this way! I won't give out any spoilers, but I will say this: Quite the page turner! Keeps you guessing who the killer is, in the end.
If you're someone who wants to start reading thrillers, I would recommend this book.
If you're someone who wants to start reading thrillers, I would recommend this book.
April 20, 2021
🌠'where there is motive there is psychology. Where there is psychology, there is modus operandi. And then all one must do is to join the dots, which would unveil a figure- common to all murders- the figure of our murderer.🌠
- When death rings
QOTD- Who is your current favourite fictional detective?
Well mine will always remain sherlock holmes. I always loved the way he investigates the mysteries.😍
Book- When death rings
Author- pulak kedia
Published by- Notion press
Pages- 285
Genre- Fiction/ mystery
My ratings- 4.8/5⭐
✨BOOK REVIEW✨
🔍Synopsis- Eight people sit at dinner party organised on success of Suhana sethi, a debutant bollywood singer, daughter of the sethi family in Mussoorie. She recieves a mysterious call which she took as a joke at first but the next day her father found death in his bed which seems like a natural death. Amidst the investigation taking place to find out the mystery behind Shekhar's death, another death in neighbourhood takes place the next day which also seems to be like a natural death. Who was behind these murders? What was the connection between these murders? Who called at the night of the party? What were the secrets of neighbourhood?
🔍 As the debut author, pulak knew very well how to frame the 5 essential element of the mystery-
⏩The characters were so beautifully described each having dark secrets leaving the reader think of them as a suspect.
⏩The setting of location was very well described so as a reader,one can visualize the scene.
⏩The plot was clear from the beginning to end with all necessary descriptions and suspense which a reader can make sense and follow the story till the end.
⏩The problem was created artistically leaving various clues, to make the reader trying to solve the puzzle with other characters.
⏩Solution of every problem was senseful and believable. Authors was sure to include all the clues necessary for finding the solution in the story somewhere.
🔍The language was very easy to read. I loved the story. I would recommend it to everyone who loves a thrilling and mysterical story. All the best to pulak for his future endeavours. Would really love to read the upcoming books by him.💫
- When death rings
QOTD- Who is your current favourite fictional detective?
Well mine will always remain sherlock holmes. I always loved the way he investigates the mysteries.😍
Book- When death rings
Author- pulak kedia
Published by- Notion press
Pages- 285
Genre- Fiction/ mystery
My ratings- 4.8/5⭐
✨BOOK REVIEW✨
🔍Synopsis- Eight people sit at dinner party organised on success of Suhana sethi, a debutant bollywood singer, daughter of the sethi family in Mussoorie. She recieves a mysterious call which she took as a joke at first but the next day her father found death in his bed which seems like a natural death. Amidst the investigation taking place to find out the mystery behind Shekhar's death, another death in neighbourhood takes place the next day which also seems to be like a natural death. Who was behind these murders? What was the connection between these murders? Who called at the night of the party? What were the secrets of neighbourhood?
🔍 As the debut author, pulak knew very well how to frame the 5 essential element of the mystery-
⏩The characters were so beautifully described each having dark secrets leaving the reader think of them as a suspect.
⏩The setting of location was very well described so as a reader,one can visualize the scene.
⏩The plot was clear from the beginning to end with all necessary descriptions and suspense which a reader can make sense and follow the story till the end.
⏩The problem was created artistically leaving various clues, to make the reader trying to solve the puzzle with other characters.
⏩Solution of every problem was senseful and believable. Authors was sure to include all the clues necessary for finding the solution in the story somewhere.
🔍The language was very easy to read. I loved the story. I would recommend it to everyone who loves a thrilling and mysterical story. All the best to pulak for his future endeavours. Would really love to read the upcoming books by him.💫
June 25, 2021
When Death Rings by Pulak Kedia Book Review: Murder Mysteries are the most sensational books to have been ever written and metropolitan crime mysteries are quite a sensation these days which started from our most loveable Sherlock Holmes and Byomkesh Bakshi along with Hercule Poirot and Raymond Cavalier. Monks have also been detectives to create a most different type of a buzz and sensational detour that only increased the readers love for detective creations along with the concept of the arm chair detectives as well. Usually, a murder is done in a detective plot or a person goes missing whenever there is a dark side that gets involved and embroiled into the family and within it's members, one or more amongst them being the shady. The story involves a lot of characters with the main focus on Dev and Vikram who quite unusually, being present as the members of a glitzy party gets involved with a family 's mystery when one among it's many members gets murder. A spine chilling thriller with bits of horror, suspense and dysfunctionality this book talks about the most important aspect of a killer 's mind which is the psychological factor where many aspects of not only the killer 's mind but also of the people involved around a mishap or a tragedy including the story forming around them also gets interrogated and judged on the basis of their mind. The plot revolves around the Sethi family and a widow who is secluded and self disturbed and also harming upon whom a lot of unfolding of various secrets depends. But, the modus operandi here becomes a phone call received on the night of a party that triggers the action of the novel. A multi layered where patience and time is stacked, where intelligence gets tested, this book has similarities to a lot of work in Hollywood fiction especially with the Woman in the Window. I have personally felt here an angle of Dev and Vikram being the legendary Vikram and Betal where through Vikram the line of past and present blurs and the events unfold and Dev investigates what is going to happen next to stop a rampant serial killer/murderer on loose. This is a masterpiece and I give my best regards to the author to go on creating such future detective fictions further.
May 30, 2021
🕵️♂️A Mussoorie Murder Mystery🕵️♂️
▪︎Book : When Death Rings
▪︎Author : Pulak Kedia
▪︎Ratings : 4.7/5
▪︎Genre : Thriller/Mystery
▪︎Language : Simple English
▪︎Pages : 288
▪︎Publisher : Notion Press
▪︎Publication Date : 25th February 2021
▪︎Format : Paperback
🏁 Must-Read 🏁
⚠️BOOK REVIEW⚠️
🔎 This action-packed book is written by Pulak Kedia. If you're in search of a good mysterious book, then this is definitely the one for you.
🔎 The storyline revolves around the 8 members of a well-known, opulent family.
🔎A grand party has been organized by Mr Sethi to celebrate the huge success of her daughter as a reputed singer.
🔎While everybody was busy roistering at the party, all of a sudden the telephone rung startling everyone with numerous thoughts in their head.
🔎Suhana receives the call to hear something which was totally unexpected so despite of being serious she took it in a facetious manner.
🔎But little did she had any idea that whatever the other person mentioned to her in the call will soon turn into reality.
🔎What could’ve happened after this?
⚠️ PERSONAL EXPERIENCE ⚠️
🔎 So basically I got this book long before, but didn't get time to read it back then.
🔎Being a mystery lover, I was damn excited to read this book and guess what?? It was definitely worth the hype.
🔎It'll just be impossible for you to stop reading in the middle as it is filled with suspense. Nor to forget, the ending will surely blow up your mind.
🔎The writing style and the cover both are equally incredible. I personally loved the cover as it is kept simple yet elegant.
🔎The story kept me engrossed till the end. And I'm pretty sure it'll do the same to you.
I would like to congratulate Pulak sir, on writing such an outstanding enigmatic book.
🔎And before summing-up I'd strongly recommend this book to all who prefers reading thriller novels and even the ones who are looking for a good book to get in the habit of reading.
(-:Hoping to read more from the author:-)
▪︎Book : When Death Rings
▪︎Author : Pulak Kedia
▪︎Ratings : 4.7/5
▪︎Genre : Thriller/Mystery
▪︎Language : Simple English
▪︎Pages : 288
▪︎Publisher : Notion Press
▪︎Publication Date : 25th February 2021
▪︎Format : Paperback
🏁 Must-Read 🏁
⚠️BOOK REVIEW⚠️
🔎 This action-packed book is written by Pulak Kedia. If you're in search of a good mysterious book, then this is definitely the one for you.
🔎 The storyline revolves around the 8 members of a well-known, opulent family.
🔎A grand party has been organized by Mr Sethi to celebrate the huge success of her daughter as a reputed singer.
🔎While everybody was busy roistering at the party, all of a sudden the telephone rung startling everyone with numerous thoughts in their head.
🔎Suhana receives the call to hear something which was totally unexpected so despite of being serious she took it in a facetious manner.
🔎But little did she had any idea that whatever the other person mentioned to her in the call will soon turn into reality.
🔎What could’ve happened after this?
⚠️ PERSONAL EXPERIENCE ⚠️
🔎 So basically I got this book long before, but didn't get time to read it back then.
🔎Being a mystery lover, I was damn excited to read this book and guess what?? It was definitely worth the hype.
🔎It'll just be impossible for you to stop reading in the middle as it is filled with suspense. Nor to forget, the ending will surely blow up your mind.
🔎The writing style and the cover both are equally incredible. I personally loved the cover as it is kept simple yet elegant.
🔎The story kept me engrossed till the end. And I'm pretty sure it'll do the same to you.
I would like to congratulate Pulak sir, on writing such an outstanding enigmatic book.
🔎And before summing-up I'd strongly recommend this book to all who prefers reading thriller novels and even the ones who are looking for a good book to get in the habit of reading.
(-:Hoping to read more from the author:-)
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