{"product_id":"chain-of-custody-1","title":"Chain of Custody by Anita Nair","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"913\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"52\"\u003eBook Summary – \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"52\" data-end=\"55\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"55\" data-end=\"73\"\u003eChain of Custody\u003c\/em\u003e (published in 2015) is a gripping crime thriller and the second novel in Anita Nair’s Inspector Gowda series, following \u003cem data-start=\"194\" data-end=\"210\"\u003eCut Like Wound\u003c\/em\u003e. The story follows Inspector Borei Gowda of the Bangalore police as he investigates the kidnapping of a young girl named Nandita, which leads him into the dark and disturbing world of child trafficking. As Gowda digs deeper, he uncovers a web of corruption, exploitation, and human cruelty that spans across social classes. The novel skillfully intertwines the detective’s professional struggles with his complex personal life, exploring themes of morality, justice, power, and gender violence. Written in Nair’s sharp and evocative prose, \u003cem data-start=\"751\" data-end=\"769\"\u003eChain of Custody\u003c\/em\u003e not only delivers a fast-paced mystery but also sheds light on pressing social issues, making it both an engaging and thought-provoking read.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"915\" data-end=\"1843\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author – \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"949\" data-end=\"952\"\u003eAnita Nair is an acclaimed Indian author, playwright, and poet known for her diverse body of work that spans literary fiction, crime thrillers, and children’s literature. Born in Kerala and educated in Chennai, she gained international recognition with her bestselling novel \u003cem data-start=\"1227\" data-end=\"1241\"\u003eLadies Coupé\u003c\/em\u003e (2001), which explores women’s independence and identity in modern India. Nair’s writing is celebrated for its psychological depth, cultural authenticity, and nuanced portrayal of Indian society. With \u003cem data-start=\"1443\" data-end=\"1461\"\u003eChain of Custody\u003c\/em\u003e and the Inspector Gowda series, she ventured into the crime fiction genre, earning praise for combining gripping narratives with social commentary. In addition to novels, she has written short stories, poetry, and adaptations for theatre. Over her distinguished career, Anita Nair has established herself as one of India’s most versatile and thought-provoking contemporary writers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Best of used books","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":43882138960129,"sku":"2OQ6ZRF9D-Used","price":150.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0421\/4299\/0495\/products\/CHAINOFCUSTODY_8b1ca954-4aa1-471b-918e-9cea1c3badcf.jpg?v=1644844248","url":"https:\/\/bestofusedbooks.com\/products\/chain-of-custody-1","provider":"Best Of Used Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}