THE GREAT INDIAN HEISTS
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As the cover hints, this book delves into six of the most astonishing real-life heists India has ever witnessed. Each chapter revisits a case that once dominated headlinesโnow retold with gripping clarity.
From a mysterious man placing a newspaper ad to recruit โintelligence officersโ for a jewellery store robbery in Mumbai, to a daring gang in Tamil Nadu slicing through the roof of a moving train, each account feels more unbelievable than the last.
We travel to Punjab, where robbers tunnel underground to break into a bankโonly for the heist to take an unexpected and tragic turn. A truck carrying mobile parts is hijacked after a high-speed chase, while the intriguing link between Sukhdev of the Punjab Police and a shadowy figure known as โSant-jiโ adds another layer of suspense. And perhaps the most astonishing of allโa man impersonates the Prime Minister of India to execute a heist, only to meet a shocking fate in custody.
The book uncovers the true stories behind these extraordinary crimes with gripping detail.
Coming to the writing style, readers familiar with the authorโs previous work will instantly recognise his signature simplicity. The language is accessible, the narration flows effortlessly, and the pacing remains consistently brisk. At around 150 pages, itโs a quick and engaging readโespecially for true-crime enthusiasts.
While a few of the cases may feel familiar due to film adaptations, crime shows, or news coverage, revisiting them through a well-researched true-crime lens offers a distinctly compelling experience. I would recommend this one to crime thriller enthusiasts and readers who enjoy true-life crime accounts. Itโs short, sharp, and fast-pacedโperfect for a weekend binge read.
My Rating:
4/5
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