AFTERNOON GIRl
Author: Amrinder Bajaj
Publisher: HarperCollins, Rs 399
A delightful memoir that recounts the relationship between one of the most enigmatic and notorious authors in India and his mentee, thus offering unexpected insights into Khushwant Singh.
The Avenger
Author: Juggi Bhasin
Publisher: Penguin, Rs 250
A plane full of girls is blown up at the Delhi airport by a Pakistani terrorist. The girls were en route to celebrate Richa’s 18th birthday. Richa’s father calls upon a former Special Forces officer to avenge it. Will he succeedIJ
A Convenient Culprit
Author: Vibha Singh
Publisher: Penguin, Rs 250
Ace crime journalist Joy Dutta is killed, and his arch rival, Jagruti Verma, is accused of using her alleged connection with the dreaded don Chikna Ramu to commit the murder. A probe finds a bigger conspiracy.
Princess Academy
Author: Shannon Hale
Publisher: Bloomsbury, Rs 299
The book is a fantasy novel exploring themes of families, relationships and education. It tells the story of 14-year-old Miri who attends a princess academy which will determine who wins the hand of the prince.