Murder Under a Red Moon by Harini Nagendra

A Gripping Historical Mystery Set in 1920s Colonial Bangalore

About the Book

Murder Under a Red Moon is the second book in the beloved Bangalore Detectives Club series by Harini Nagendra. It takes readers back to 1920s colonial Bangalore, where a young woman’s sharp mind and brave heart lead her straight into the middle of a deadly mystery.

About the Author

Harini Nagendra is a Professor of Sustainability at Azim Premji University in Bangalore, India. She has received the Elinor Ostrom Senior Scholar Award and the Cozzarelli Prize for her research on sustainability and urban commons. With her deep roots in Bangalore, she brings the city’s history, culture, and spirit to life in her fiction.

Who Is This Book For?

This book is perfect for fans of historical fiction, cozy mysteries, and stories featuring strong female leads. If you love period dramas, Indian culture, or classic whodunits with a rich sense of time and place, this series is made for you.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. Is Murder Under a Red Moon part of a series? Do I need to read the first book first? Yes, it is the second book in the Bangalore Detectives Club series by Harini Nagendra. While it works well as a standalone mystery, reading the first book, The Bangalore Detectives Club, will give you a richer understanding of the characters and their world.

Q2. What type of mystery is this book? Is it violent or dark? This is a historical cozy mystery. It has suspense and a murder at its core, but the tone is warm, witty, and character-driven. It is not graphic or overly dark, making it a great pick for readers who enjoy clever whodunits without heavy violence.

Q3. Is this book suitable for young adult readers interested in Indian history? Yes, absolutely. The story explores 1920s colonial India, the women’s rights movement, and Indian customs in a way that is engaging and easy to follow. It is a great read for young adults and older teens who enjoy history and mystery together.

Q4. Who will enjoy Murder Under a Red Moon the most? Readers who love books by Alexander McCall Smith, Vaseem Khan, or Rhys Bowen will feel right at home. It has been praised as a perfect read for fans of those authors, with real warmth, wit, and an intricate mystery at its heart.