Murder in Old Bombay

Set in 1892 colonial Bombay, Nev March’s debut novel follows Captain Jim Agnihotri as he investigates a mysterious double fall from a university clock tower, echoing the stories of Sherlock Holmes he admires. Against a vibrant backdrop of social unrest and divided loyalties, Jim’s inquiry into this tragic event uncovers dangerous secrets and personal entanglements, especially when Lady Diana Framji becomes involved. Based on a true story, the novel vividly captures the turbulent atmosphere of late 19th-century India through compelling characters and rich historical detail.