Review: The Speaking Stone

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The Speaking Stone The Speaking Stone by Ratnadip Acharya
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The allure of mysterious chase is always fascinating. The chase and thrill are always there. The cryptic clues and linking the puzzle pieces is enthralling. This is tried and tested narrative which is interesting provided the story is engaging. The “The Speaking Stone” by Ratandip Acharaya is a classic treasure hunt.

The story starts in Bombay when Saikat buys a stone from a hawker. The stone mesmerize him and it is only half portion. He becomes determined to find out the story and mystery behind it. Shuvashini is a history scholar who wants to do something original in the historical research. They two meet in Tripura. The story also takes place in year 1900 in the princely state of Maharaja Radha Kishore Manikya. He is building a palace for himself and that is parallel story. Saikat and Shuva keeps on probing and what they find???

The story is spellbinding and keeps you engrossed. The language is first rate. The characterization of characters especially two main protagonists is well established early in the book. The way their love story progresses is very innocent and tender. There is no usual physicality as depicted in current books. The story is taken to logical conclusion and one clue leads to another. However, the pace could have been faster and editing tighter. Recommended to mystery and historical fiction buffs.





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