1. Vish Puri, India's most private investigator. In his black Sandown cap and safari suit he solves crimes and devours curry with equal relish, always adding to his renown and his waistline.
2. Which brings me to his nickname: Chubby.
3. Mummy-ji. A traditional man who believes in traditional values, Vish feels that his mother has no business in his business. Just try telling that to Mummy-ji.
4. His wife, Rumpi. She and Mummy-ji make an unstoppable team, much to Chubby's chagrin.
5. His eclectic team of agents. From Facecream to Tubelight, they provide their boss with invaluable reconnaissance.
6. The vibrant picture Hall paints of his adopted country. I have never been to India, but these books bring the crazy-quilt of Indian culture to me.
7. The glossary of India/Hindi terms at the end of the book.
8. Mouthwatering Dishes from the Vish Puri Family Kitchen. Found at the end of each book!
9. The combination of larger-than-life characters, outrageous situations and terrifying realities that perfectly meshes the vast history and present day problems of India and its neighbors.
10. Finally, a great book is a terrific classroom, and Tarquin Hall is a great teacher.
So phat-a-phat and pick up a copy of The Case of the Love Commandos! You'll be glad you did.
TBC
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