Ever wonder how a destination can inspire an entire mystery novel?
In this episode of Books and Beyond, Tara and Michelle chat with Manjiri Prabhu, India’s first female mystery writer to break into the international scene. She talks about her latest novel, The Mystery of the Portuguese Hearts, set in the heart of Portugal’s wine country. Manjiri reveals how investigator Re unravels the truth behind a murder and the mysterious ‘lenços’ (love handkerchiefs).
Minjiri shares her deep dive into research, her passion for authenticity, and how the destination itself sparks the thrill of her stories. Get ready to explore the craftiness behind her mysteries, the emotional depth of her characters, and the secrets behind crafting a destination thriller.
In this exciting partnership series with Jaico Publishing House, we are featuring fascinating new authors every month, writers that captivate the audience and bring forth a revolutionary perspective to Indian literature.
Want to know how Manjiri weaves history, culture, and mystery into one thrilling narrative? Tune in for a fascinating look at her creative process and the inspiration behind her international success!
Books mentioned in this episode:
Legend of The Snow Queen - Manjiri Prabhu
Voice of the Runes - Manjiri Prabhu
The Meditations of a Dog - Franz Kafka
Authors mentioned in this episode:
Agatha Christie
Daphne du Maurier
Wilkie Collins
Enid Blyton
‘Books and Beyond with Bound’ is the podcast where Tara Khandelwal and Michelle D’costa uncover how their books reflect the realities of our lives and society today. Find out what drives India’s finest authors: from personal experiences to jugaad research methods, insecurities to publishing journeys. Created by Bound, a storytelling company that helps you grow through stories. Follow us @boundindia on all social media platforms.
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