Book description
"Glamorous, gripping, absolutely heaps of fun. I loved this."--Lucy Foley, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Guest List and The Paris Apartment"Unexpected delights await on every page of Ram Murali's impressive and captivating debut. Crisp as a gin and tonic and delightfully wicked, this smart, smart novel delivers a sophisticated, subversive murder mystery set in the highest stratosphere of the international idle rich. I had to force myself not to binge it in one night so I could savor it like the rare and exquisite meal that it is." --Kevin Kwan, New York Times bestselling author of Crazy Rich AsiansThe White Lotus meets Knives Out meets Crazy Rich Asians in this devilishly entertaining debut novel: both a sophisticated locked-room mystery in the tradition of Agatha Christie, and a provocative literary whodunit for the twenty-first century.Ro Krishna is the American son of Indian parents, educated at the finest institutions, equally at home in London's poshest clubs and on the squash court, but unmoored after he is dramatically forced to leave a high-profile job under mysterious circumstances. He decides it's time to check in for some much-needed R&R at Samsara, a world-class spa for the global cosmopolitan elite nestled in the foothills of the Indian Himalayas. A person could be spiritually reborn in a place like this. Even a very rich person.But a person--or several--could also die there. Samsara is the Sanskrit word for the karmic cycle of death and rebirth, after all. And as it turns out, the colorful cast of characters Ro meets--including a misanthropic politician; an American movie star preparing for his Bollywood crossover debut; a beautiful heiress to a family jewel fortune that barely survived Partition; and a bumbling white yogi inexplicably there to teach meditation--harbors a murderer among them. Maybe more than one.As the death toll rises, Ro, a lawyer by training and a sleuth by circumstance, becomes embroiled in a vicious world under a gilded surface, where nothing is quite what it seems . . . including Ro himself. Death in the Air is a brilliant, teasing mystery from a remarkable new talent.
About the Author
Ram Murali was born in New York City.
Tin Fox
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StormCake
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ButterQuest
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Speedwell
Downloading audiobooks is a breeze, thanks to the variety of options available. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience. A perfectly acceptable audiobook that fulfilled its purpose. The narration was competent if not particularly memorable, and the production quality was standard for the genre. It served as decent background entertainment during mundane tasks.
Ladysmith
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ThoughtTrailblazer
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Manly
ListenBook has transformed my mundane activities into enjoyable moments of learning and entertainment. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile. I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Storm Master
With this app, I've turned mundane chores into exciting opportunities for intellectual growth. The app is so versatile. It works with all my devices.
Acid Gosling
ListenBook's clean interface and organized layout make it a pleasure to browse through my audiobooks. Noise reduction feature is magic. Now I can listen to recordings even in noisy settings. With features like auto-rewind, I never lose my place when I pause listening. The app is very intuitive. ListenBook makes finding and playing audiobooks simple. The appβs design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player.
Pecan Oblivion
With ListenBook, I can finally enjoy my audiobooks without worrying about format compatibility. It handles everything! Sharing audiobooks with friends is a thoughtful gesture that ListenBook makes seamless.
Liquid Death
ListenBook's configurable auto-rewind after interruptions is a smart addition that keeps me on track. This audiobook transformed my household chores into enjoyable moments! The narrator's lively yet measured delivery kept me engaged throughout. I particularly appreciated how they handled exposition - making potentially dry information interesting through thoughtful inflection and pacing.
East Army
This app has brought back the joy of reading, even when I'm on the move. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment are excellent additions.
Kazami of Truth
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Old Regret
The bookmark feature is a lifesaver β no more losing my place in the story! Kudos to the creators for making literature so accessible and enjoyable. ListenBook's dedication to providing a smooth and enjoyable listening experience is evident in every aspect of the app. ListenBook has turned my downtime into an opportunity for exploration and growth. ποΈ Turning grocery shopping into a thrilling audiobook hunt β what a game-changer! ππ
Pixie
π Dancing to the rhythm of stories while I dance through house chores β pure joy! ππ A reasonable choice for casual listening. The audiobook was well-produced, but the pacing felt uneven in places. I didnβt dislike it, but I also didnβt feel strongly about it one way or another.
Nessie
ListenBook's library organization keeps my audiobooks neat and accessible. A true organizational lifesaver! The subtle background music at key moments enhanced the experience without being distracting. More audiobooks should use this technique when appropriate!
Gr8 Flick
The noise reduction feature in ListenBook Pro is a game-changer for enjoying clear recordings. ListenBook is the best audiobook player Iβve ever used. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Great job, developers!
Poppy Coffee
The sleep timer is a lifesaver. I fall asleep listening to my books every night. I love the statistics feature. Itβs fun to see how much Iβve listened. A functional audiobook production that met basic requirements. The narrator's voice was pleasant enough to listen to for extended periods, though their performance didn't add much interpretation to the text. The audio engineering was competent without being remarkable.
Rando Tank
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Pepper Mouse
This app's intuitive features and easy navigation make it the perfect companion for any audiobook lover. ππ Turn traffic into a literary escape β this app's functionality keeps me engaged while I'm on the move. ππ§ ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature streamlines the process of adding new content to my library. The customizable controls and playback options cater perfectly to different audiobook preferences. An average audiobook experience. Nothing was wrong with itβthe narration was fine, and the story was okayβbut nothing particularly stood out. It served its purpose as entertainment during my commute.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience