"A pacy, charming thriller that mixes the romance of old Delhi with the energy of the modern megacity it has become. Can’t wait for the next one."
- Amish Tripathi, broadcaster and author of The Shiva Trilogy and Ram Chandra Series
In the bustling heart of Chandni Chowk, where lanes glitter by day and hide shadows by night, murder has come to the Delhi Haveli Hotel.
When semi-retired Irish nun Sister Agatha Murphy meets hotelier Avtar Mehta round the back of his historic haveli hotel, they strike up an instant bond over a sneaky smoke and sharp gossip. Neither expects to become detectives - but when a street robbery, a dead body, and a missing pilgrim collide, the hotel is suddenly crawling with police, the Indian secret service, and a hidden killer determined to strike again.
Sister Agatha and Avtar must race to stay one step ahead of the police, the Indian secret service and a hidden killer – as well as keeping their sense of humour through a terrorism scare in the run up to Christmas on the colourful streets of old Delhi.
Witty, atmospheric, and refreshingly original, Murder in Moonlit Square introduces a quirky new detective duo readers will not forget. A cozy crime with bite, full of humour, intrigue, and clever twists, this is perfect for fans of Richard Osman, Vaseem Khan, Tarquin Hall, and Alexander McCall Smith.
Why you’ll love it:
• A cozy crime mystery set in Delhi, alive with the sights, sounds, and flavours of Chandni Chowk.
• Features a memorable new partnership: Sister Agatha, the sharp-tongued nun, and Avtar Mehta, the suave hotelier.
• Blends humour, suspense, and atmosphere into a compelling whodunnit.
• Explores the shadows of colonial history and modern Delhi life.
• Endorsed by leading writers including Amish Tripathi, Robert Thorogood, and Vaseem Khan.
Step into Delhi’s Moonlit Square - where every street hides a secret, and every shadow conceals a story.
"I loved it!" - Robert Thorogood, The Marlow Murder Club
"Takes us to the colour and crowds of modern Delhi, in pursuit of a killer. A charming start to a vibrant new mystery series." - Vaseem Khan
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About the Author
Paul fell in love with India when he fell in love with his wife. He’s from Belfast. She's from Delhi. He’d already set his first book, a thriller called Blackwatertown, in Ireland, so she suggested he set his next one in India because they’re there so much. Paul has been a night club cook in New York, he made Pelé his dinner, smuggled a satellite dish into Cuba, was an award-winning BBC journalist, co-hosts the We’d Like A Word books and authors podcast, and is co-organiser of the Chiltern Kills crime festival and the Khushwant Singh LitFest London.