THE BLUE MONSOON Blue Mumbai, Book 2

Sneha Mathan is the perfect narrator for this exciting police procedural set in Mumbai. She uses her strong characterization skills to bring a wide cast to life. Listeners join Senior Inspector Arnav Singh Rajput as he is called to investigate an apparent ritual killing at a temple. The story is told from multiple viewpoints, which Mathan handles with ease, especially the protagonist's. She carefully voices the anonymous character's point of view with skill, not revealing an important plot point until the end. Mathan's skilled timing helps convey the investigator's growing frustration and builds the plot's tension. The mystery, which takes place during a monsoon, results in an exciting and surprising listen. K.J.P. © AudioFile 2023, Portland, Maine [Published: NOVEMBER 2023]