Death in the Air: A Novel BY Ram Murali

In "Death in the Air," Kevin Kwan, author of Crazy Rich Asians, praises it as "crisp as a gin and tonic and delightfully wicked." This murder mystery is set in Samsara, a luxurious spa nestled in the Indian Himalayas, where all your wishes come true with a simple gilded notecard.

Ro Krishna, with his rakish charm, Oxford education, and perfect hair, checks into Samsara for some much-needed R&R after mysteriously leaving his job. He immerses himself in yoga classes, wellness treatments, and guided meditation sessions, blending seamlessly with the other glamorous guests.

However, tranquility is shattered when a guest, who is as gorgeous and charismatic as the rest, turns up dead. As everyone scrambles to uncover the truth, Ro is drawn into a perilous investigation that threatens not just the guests but extends beyond the hotel’s walls. The serene façade of Samsara hides dark secrets, and the spa’s elite clientele, including heiresses and Bollywood stars-to-be, are caught in a deadly game.

Bursting with wit, glamour, and intelligence, Death in the Air is a unique murder mystery that pays homage to Agatha Christie while offering a sharp critique of colonialism and class. Author Jack Heath describes it as "a mystery with wit so sharp you’ll get papercuts," and Lucy Foley, author of The Guest List, calls it "glamorous, gripping, absolutely heaps of fun."

As cocktail hour ends and death prowls, Ro must navigate the treacherous waters of luxury and danger to uncover the killer before it's too late.