Malabar House Series 1-6 Books Collection Set by Vaseem Khan - Fiction - Paperback

Titles in This Set
Midnight at Malabar House
The Dying Day
The Lost Man of Bombay
Death of a Lesser God
City of Destruction
The Edge of Darkness

Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Overview
Step into post-independence Bombay with the Malabar House series by Vaseem Khan, a six-book collection following Inspector Persis Wadia, India's first female police detective, as she tackles the country's most baffling and dangerous cases. These paperback novels blend rich historical atmosphere with twisting crime plots, transporting readers to the sights and tensions of 1950s India. Perfect for fans of atmospheric detective fiction, this set delivers six full-length mysteries that can be read in sequence, making it an excellent addition to any crime fiction library or a thoughtful gift for the mystery reader in your life.

About the Books
The Malabar House series opens with Midnight at Malabar House, introducing Inspector Persis Wadia, India's first female police detective, as she investigates the murder of a British diplomat just hours before the country celebrates its first Republic Day, a case that forces her to navigate political sensitivities in a newly independent nation still finding its footing. The Dying Day continues her story as she probes the disappearance of a priceless manuscript and the murder of a museum curator, a case that pulls her into a web of international intrigue stretching back to wartime Europe. The Lost Man of Bombay sends Persis into the aftermath of a brutal murder connected to a doomed Himalayan expedition, forcing her to untangle secrets buried in snow and silence. Death of a Lesser God entangles her in a decades-old case involving a condemned man awaiting execution, uncovering long-buried injustice within the colonial legal system. The later entries, City of Destruction and The Edge of Darkness, carry the series forward with further high-stakes investigations that test Persis's resolve and instincts against the backdrop of a rapidly changing India. Throughout the series, Khan combines meticulous period detail with sharp, twisting plotting, exploring themes of gender, class, and colonial legacy as Persis fights to be taken seriously in a profession dominated by men. This collection brings all six paperback novels together, letting readers follow Persis Wadia's complete journey from her earliest case through her most complex investigations in one convenient, collectible set.

Key Benefits

• Complete six-book paperback collection in one convenient set
• Follows a compelling, trailblazing female detective in 1950s India
• Rich historical detail brings post-independence Bombay vividly to life
• Ideal for fans of atmospheric, character-driven crime fiction
• Great value way to collect an entire acclaimed mystery series
• Makes a thoughtful gift for mystery and historical fiction readers

Book-by-Book Guide
Midnight at Malabar House — Persis Wadia investigates the murder of a British diplomat as India prepares for its first Republic Day.
The Dying Day — A priceless manuscript vanishes alongside a murdered curator, drawing Persis into a case of literary intrigue.
The Lost Man of Bombay — A grisly discovery connected to a Himalayan expedition pulls Persis into a tangled investigation.
Death of a Lesser God — Persis reopens a decades-old case involving a condemned man, uncovering long-hidden injustice.
City of Destruction — Persis faces a new high-stakes investigation as tensions rise across a changing Bombay.
The Edge of Darkness — The series continues with another gripping case testing Persis's instincts and resolve.

About the Author
Vaseem Khan is a British crime novelist best known for his Malabar House series featuring Inspector Persis Wadia, as well as the Baby Ganesh Agency series set in contemporary Mumbai. Drawing on his own experience living and working in India, Khan brings authenticity and vivid historical texture to his depictions of post-independence Bombay. His novels are celebrated for blending meticulous period research with engaging, fast-paced plotting, earning him recognition among readers of historical and literary crime fiction. Khan continues to write and expand the Malabar House series from his home in the United Kingdom.

Why You'll Love This Collection
This six-book paperback set is a must for anyone who loves immersive historical mysteries, offering hours of atmospheric reading from a bold detective voice. Whether you're restocking your bookshelf, planning summer reading, or searching for the perfect gift for a mystery-loving friend, this complete collection delivers satisfying entertainment all season long.

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