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Book Review: The Satapur Moonstone by Sujata Massey (2019)

The Satapur Moonstone is a historical mystery novel written by Sujata Massey and features the character of Perveen Mistry, a female lawyer in British India in the 1920s. The story is set in the fictional princely state of Satapur, where the maharaja has recently died and his young son, the crown prince, is about to ascend to the throne. The maharaja’s widow, the dowager queen, … Continue reading Book Review: The Satapur Moonstone by Sujata Massey (2019)

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Book Review: The Widows of Malabar Hill by Sujata Massey (2018)

The Widows of Malabar Hill by Sujata Massey is a thrilling Golden Age style mystery novel set in 1920s Bombay. The novel revolves around Perveen Mistry, a young, independent, and intelligent Parsi woman who works as a lawyer in her father’s firm. When three widows of a wealthy and influential Muslim family are left vulnerable after their husband’s sudden death, Perveen is called to their … Continue reading Book Review: The Widows of Malabar Hill by Sujata Massey (2018)

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