Love Lies And Lust

A Murder in Mumbai's Shadows. Secrets Worth Killing For.

When corporate executive Ranjit Desai's body surfaces in Mumbai's polluted Mithi River, it seems like another forgotten tragedy. But Inspector Joshi suspects murder.

Ranjit lived a double life-respected professional by day, protector of street children by night. Torn between his wife Sushma and passionate neighbor Alka, he'd found unlikely peace before his death. So who silenced him forever?

The suspects circle:

• The betrayed wife
• Her vengeful brother
• The neighbor's traumatized teenage son
• Or someone far more dangerous...

As Joshi investigates, he uncovers a conspiracy reaching from Mumbai's slums to its glittering penthouses. What began as a crime of passion becomes something deadlier-exploitation protected by wealth and power.

But the battle-hardened inspector fights his own demons. Haunted by his past and drowning in alcohol, he must race against mounting pressure to expose the truth. In a city where money buys silence, seeking justice could cost him everything.

Because Ranjit died protecting Mumbai's most vulnerable-and his killer walks free among the elite.

When street children fall silent at certain names and a missing car belonging to influential businessman Ghanshyam Das surfaces, Joshi realizes he's stumbled into something massive. The deeper he digs, the more dangerous it becomes.

"A wild fast paced thriller with plot twists that keep you turning pages... unravels Mumbai's dark underbelly." -Reader Review

A pulse-pounding crime thriller exploring justice, redemption, and speaking truth to power. Perfect for fans of international noir, police procedurals, and gritty urban suspense.

Enter Mumbai's world of crime and corruption-where justice and revenge blur in the darkness.

R. RADHAKRISHNAN is an acclaimed storyteller whose narratives capture the vibrant tapestry of contemporary India. Born in Kerala and raised in Mumbai, he brings a unique dual perspective to his writing, blending the cosmopolitan energy of India's financial capital with the deep cultural roots of its traditional heartland.

During his four-decade corporate career, Radhakrishnan traversed the length and breadth of India, collecting stories and insights that now enrich his fiction. His intimate understanding of India's corporate world and its intersections with society adds authenticity to his narratives, particularly evident in "Love, Lies and Lust: Death in the Darkness."

Known for his engaging, accessible style, Radhakrishnan crafts stories deeply rooted in everyday India, bringing to life characters and situations that resonate with readers across cultures. His storytelling philosophy is simple yet powerful: entertain while illuminating the many facets of modern India.

Currently residing in Cochin, Kerala, Radhakrishnan finds inspiration in nature's quiet moments. Whether walking along the Arabian Sea coast or exploring Kerala's lush forests, he combines keen observation with masterful storytelling, always contemplating his next narrative adventure.

His works have garnered critical acclaim for their authentic portrayal of contemporary Indian life and their ability to weave complex themes into compelling, readable stories that keep readers turning pages well into the night.