When the name suggests spy in the title, it is definitely a book, one would like to pick. And The Silk Route Spy by Enakshi Sengupta is a true story of an Indian Double agent that keeps you on edge as Dhurandar movie did.
Book Cover:
The cover of the book The Silk Route Spy: The True Story of
an Indian Double Agent has all the elements on it. How the main lead turns spy
from farmer under tough circumstances is delight to read. Once a reader
completes the book, understands each element such as Chinese fan, Burmese
element, knife and handcuffs.
Storyline:
As the book is based on the true story of an Indian double
agent, the storyline is exciting to the core. Story is set in the pre
independence era where heroic stories of survival and patriotism were at peak
and this is one of them. Nandlal Kapur, the spy, double agent for British &
India had its ups and down in his entire journey. Nandlal, called as Nandu and
was eldest in the modest farmer family in Firozpur. When patriotism fervor
touched his village, he was uncertain on which path to move.
Being responsible one, he plunge on the offer to serve the British
army, and soon his ability to grasp things and the equipment’s made his way to
become spy for British officials.
How Nandu from Firozpur village travels to various parts of
India and understands point of view of revolutionaries and freedom fighters
closely. He then wishes to become one and simultaneously plays informer role
for British officers. Finally when the
time came he helps freedom fighters with crucial information.
From farmer to technician to silk trader, Nandu has
travelled from Firozpur to Delhi, Calcutta, Rangoon and Shanghai and finally to
his homeland India has twists and turns in each city.
What’s interesting in Double Agent Story
The character sketched is from real life and author Enakshi
Sengupta, who is also granddaughter–in –law weaves story with full emotions.
The love track of Nandu and longing to meet her even in
trying times brings fresh side in the spy and suspense thrill.
The choices double agent makes at the spur of the moment are
too difficult and as a reader one relates in a tough situation and that makes
the story intriguing.
Final Word:
If you are the who loves the thriller and is
interested to read how Indian Agent and Spy system works, then this book The
Silk Route Spy: The True Story of an Indian Double Agent has all the elements
of thrill, drama, suspense and patriotism. Can Nandu make it back to homeland after his
cover is blown and will his family survive the last attack by authorities?
These questions make the book captivated read and you will turn the pages in
anticipation.
Book Details
Book name: The Silk Route Spy: The True Story of an Indian
Double Agent
Author: Enakshi Sengupta
Publisher: Harpercollins India
Genre: Non-fiction- Thriller
Pages: 209
Availability: Amazon and other leading platforms
Thankyou Blogchatter for sharing book review copy, the
review is solely based on personal reading experience.
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