Title: Compass Box Killer: An
Inspector Virkar Crime Thriller
Series: Mumbaistan
Author: Piyush Jha
Category: Crime Fiction
Edition: Paperback
Language: English
Price: Rs.195
Pages: 234
Publisher: Rupa Publications India
ISBN Number: 9788129124272
About the Book:
I really do
not understand why a serial killer must leave behind a signature, a hint, or a
proof of his presence besides a dead body (supposed to be one of his victims).
Perhaps, it is because just to show his identity and that all should be terrified
of him. Why must anyone kill any innocent people just to solve his purpose? All
such questions have made me think about a recent crime thriller book that I
read some days ago. I find the book titled 'Compass Box Killer - An Inspector
Virkar Crime Thriller' written by Piyush Jha very thrilling and intriguing as
well. I was amused when I came to know about the serial killer's compass box been
found besides his first victim with a note written in blood, which says in the
quoted lines [‘Akurle is just the first to die. To find out who is next, find
me first.’].
I liked the
main protagonist's tactics and wits to handle situations well. He was Inspector
Virkar, the chief investigator of the Crime Branch of Mumbai Police. His
intelligence and sincerity reminds me of an honest senior officer in the real
life scenario. Inspector Virkar's alertness, diligence, and the ability to
chase the next victims are indeed praiseworthy. Above all, I must thank the
author, Piyush Jha who has been successful in entertaining us all.
In his book,
Jha has very beautifully described the scenes taken from the real Mumbai city
scenario. I liked his plot, and how the situation that created when a dead body
with a written note inside a compass box is revealed. It seemed like a child's
play that the killer has to tell about his next victim's name and the solver
must save that person before being killed. However, I was quite humored by the
way Inspector Virkar's talking to himself, and a branded beer in his hand and
his favorite 'vada paos'. It all seemed as if he was some real person in
action.
The end
part of the story is even more mysterious. Virkar's endless efforts to catch
the compass box killer were admirable. The last chapter has indeed revealed the
grave motive of the killer's act. It was sad and pathetic at the same time. I
must say that the book is worth reading.
About The Author:
Piyush Jha is an acclaimed film director, ad
filmmaker, and the author of the bestselling novel, Mumbaistan.
A student
political leader at the university, he pursued a career in advertising
management after acquiring an MBA degree. Later, he switched tracks, first to
make commercials for some of the country’s largest brands, and then to write
and direct feature films. His films include Chalo America
He lives in
his beloved Mumbai, where he can often be found walking the streets that
inspire his stories.
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