Rin by Shirshendu Mukhopadhyay [Hardcover]

In the hands of an honest and powerful writer, even a crime-detective story can rise to a level of profound significance, as exemplified in Shirshendu Mukhopadhyay's novel Rin (Debt). The story revolves around the investigation of the murder of a wealthy, divorced woman who returned from America. This suspense-filled tale is packed with gripping elements from beginning to end.

As the investigation unfolds, each page reveals new and surprising information. Under the sharp interrogation of a brilliant detective, every character appears suspicious, with each having a seemingly valid motive for murder. However, when the real killer is finally revealed, it feels entirely believable. While the crime itself is inexcusable, the reader cannot help but feel a sense of sympathy for the perpetrator, highlighting the novel's deep humanistic success.