Who else loves reading thrillers? Winters are official season to indulge in good thrillers and enjoy the afternoon sunshine.
I just finished Shadows Over Ayodhya, and honestly, it surprised me in the best possible way.
I picked it up expecting a regular crime thriller, but it turned into such an intense and engaging read that I didn’t realise how quickly the chapters flew by.
What I loved most is how the book blends fiction with reality.
The forged contracts, missing funds, shady companies, and the rising tension under Ayodhya’s surface all make the story feel painfully relevant.
SP Naveen Shukla’s calm strength and Nikhat Sherwani’s determination make a strong pairing, and their journey feels both thrilling and emotional.
The twist near the end genuinely caught me off guard.
• The characters feel real, imperfect, emotional, and believable.
•The Ayodhya backdrop is almost like a character in the story, rich, tense, and full of history. It adds so much depth and makes the story feel alive. Finding a good Indian backdrop thriller is hard these days. This story satisfies that need.
• The mix of politics, crime, and mystery is done in a very engaging way.
• The pace never drops; something is always happening. I love fast pace thus it also ticked that box.
• The suspense is strong without being confusing.
• The emotional moments land well and don’t feel forced.
The characters are well developed, feels real and I felt I was standing besides them while the events were taking place.
The events at each point, pulls you in and makes the danger feel closer with every chapter.
It’s one of those books that’s easy to enter but hard to leave. But jist that my opinion. I think most readers will definitely find this trait enjoyable.
I’ve added some page shots in the slides too, do check them out. You can get idea of the language, if its easy for you or not. I found the narration quite lucid, even good for new readers.
So, If you enjoy fast-paced Indian thrillers with heart, this one is worth picking up. And yes I got my copy from Amazon!