As the crisp autumn air settles in, it's the perfect time to cozy up with some compelling fiction. This fall, immerse yourself in three must-read books that promise to captivate and inspire.
From gripping mysteries to poignant tales of human connection, these books offer a diverse range of narratives that will keep you turning pages well into the season.
Whether you're looking for a thrilling escape or a reflective journey, these selections are sure to enrich your fall reading list. Discover the stories that everyone will be talking about and find your next great read this fall.
"The Puppeteer"
Book by Ajit & Anil
Publisher: Westland Books
The Sandesar brothers seek asylum in Albania after robbing Indian banks of US $700 million, setting off a dangerous chain of events.
In Albania, President Tefik Metta colludes with Xi Wang, Chairman of the Peoples Republic of China, to win the next elections and stay in power.
Chairman Xi Wang has his own secret plan in motion-pushing his One Path, One Road agenda, which will soon trap half the world in China's debt.
In this fraught geopolitical climate, the US feels increasingly threatened and President Hussain Akhmu considers sacrificing India's friendship to safeguard his country's interests, even as rumours fly thick and fast about the People's Liberation Army of China's plan to sabotage India's nuclear programme.
With the nation under threat from inside and outside, everyone in India looks to one man-Prime Minister Damodar Das, aka The Panther-and his elite counter-terrorism group, The Panther's Ghosts.
Will India's new defensive offence doctrine mitigate the nation's threats? Will the Ghosts survive this mission? Most importantly, is it time for the Puppeteer to enter the arena?
Inspired by real-life covert operations that follow India's new doctrine of defensive offence, The Puppeteer pays homage to the unsung heroes who live and die to keep our nation safe from terror.
Ajit Menon
Ajit Menon, an author, philanthropist, and unique nation builder, has held senior leadership roles across five different industries before pursuing his passion for storytelling.
Recognized as one of the 'Top 12 Inspiring Writers of 2023' by Mid-Day, Ajit’s influence extends beyond literature. He and his family run the Anugraha Foundation, an NGO dedicated to providing homes for abandoned and destitute senior citizens. Ajit resides in Gurgaon with his family.
Anil Verma
Anil Verma is a well-known lyricist, screenplay writer and ad man. His songs are blockbuster hits, and he is known for his patriotic lyrics.
He travelled extensively across India to understand the authentic Indian way of life, which is now reflected in his songs and film scripts.
Anil thinks in his mother tongue; hence, he prefers to express himself in Hindi. However, he has partnered with Ajit to co-author this book in English.
He was recently recognised as the ‘Emerging Lyricist of the Year’ by Tycoon Global. Anil and his family live in Mumbai.
'Dark'
Book by Harish Kamath
Publisher: Notion Press
'Dark' by Harish Kamath is a book about the struggles of a teenager, Ravi, with the transition to adulthood. He starts off with a negative image of himself but things start improving for him when he makes some new friends in his apartment building.
But even as he starts getting more comfortable, he is intrigued by the erratic behavior of one of his new friends, a girl named Shyama, towards him.
At once friendly and interested, she is cold and indifferent in the very next instant. Ravi’s world is further rocked by family problems that turn his life upside down.
One of his other friends turns hostile and all these happenings keep piling on the pressure on Ravi’s young, impressionable mind till in the end he finally breaks and unleashes his ‘dark’ side.
Harish Kamath
Harish Kamath was born in Calcutta but raised in Mumbai. He holds an MBA in Computers and Information Sciences from Temple University, Philadelphia, and has spent more than decade in the US working for companies like Towers Perrin (now Towers Watson), EDS, and HP.
Despite what might seem like strong Information Technology credentials, creative writing has been his hobby from a young age, and he has had an abiding interest in Literature and History.
Crosswords are another passion, and Harish regularly features in the Top 10 in the annual India Crossword League (IXL) competition.
"The Good 365 Days"
Book by Eknoor Juneja
Publisher: Indie Press
Amaya is an Indo-American and a young generous girl who works for a magazine company under Mrs. Russell. Being a very responsible person, she is praised for the dedication she has for her work.
Then, Mrs. Russell’s son Samuel joined their company. Enthralled by Amaya’s charm, Samuel falls deeply in love whereas, Amaya is confused due to her mixed-up feelings.
There’s this tragic event that moved everyone when Samuel met with a sudden accident.
Will Samuel be able to recover? Will he be able to confess to his lady love or will the tables take an unexpected turn?
Eknoor Juneja
Eknoor Juneja's love for writing began young, fueled by her late father's unwavering support.
Her debut novel, "The Good 365 Days," arrived in 2022 alongside two poems featured in separate anthologies: "A Poem for My Love - My Papa" in "Deja Vu" and "Unthinkable" in "Wanderlust." Eknoor, a graduate of K.R. Mangalam University's English Honors program, shares her passion for storytelling through her novel and relatable blog posts, where she tackles real-life experiences and insightful perspectives.
Believing in the power of simplicity, Eknoor crafts stories that resonate with the heart, proving that words can be mightier than a sword.
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