I still remember the first time I came across Agatha Christie's writing in And then there were none, it became an instant favourite of my novice heart. And recently when I read the blurb of Varun's The Only Way Out is Death, the first thing that came to mind was Christi and her charismatic murder mysteries.
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Following the story of twelve powerful people from the perspective of a young lawyer, Kiriake, this book sure gives you that adrenaline rush one looks for in the thriller genre with a bang-on ending.
So if you are someone who loves the show Squid Game, then this book is for you my friend. Trust me!
-Soha (Amazon Reviwer)
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The Only Way Out is Death
by Varun Gwalani
Description
Twelve people. One mastermind. Who will survive?
From author Varun Gwalani comes a new escape room murder mystery. The Only Way Out is Death is a fast-paced suspense novel set in an empty hotel, where twelve people have to kill to survive.
Twelve powerful people are kidnapped and imprisoned in an empty hotel. Each of them has three choices:
Live out the rest of their days peacefully in the hotel,
Die by suicide so the rest of their companions can go free,
Or murder one of their companions so they alone can go free.
The Only Way Out is Death follows the story of these twelve people from the perspective of a young lawyer, Kiriaki, told as the events unfold. She has to forge uneasy alliances, navigate complex relationships and feuds, and, above all, try to stay alive.
As Kiriaki fights for survival, she must beware of the mastermind of this death game, who is lurking just out of view, watching them closely, making sure they are primed for murder. Place your bets on who will survive, if you dare.
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As soon as I picked up "The Only Way Out is Death" by Varun Gwalani, I was hooked. This gripping locked-room murder mystery had me on the edge of my seat from the very first page until the heart-stopping conclusion. The premise of twelve people trapped in an empty hotel, forced to make life-or-death decisions, immediately drew me in, and I couldn't wait to uncover the truth.
The author's writing is masterful, weaving a complex web of alliances, rivalries, and hidden motives among the characters. As the story unfolds through the eyes of the young lawyer, Kiriaki, I found myself immersed in the suspenseful atmosphere, trying to piece together the puzzle and identify the mastermind behind the deadly game. The pacing was spot-on, with twists and turns that kept me guessing until the very end.
The characters were vividly drawn, each with their own flaws and secrets, and the dynamics between them added another layer of intrigue to the story. I found myself constantly changing my suspicions, trying to figure out who could be trusted and who had ulterior motives. The sense of urgency and hopelessness that permeated the narrative had me emotionally invested in their fates, and I couldn't turn the pages fast enough.
"The Only Way Out is Death" is not just a murder mystery; it delves into the dark side of human nature and raises thought-provoking questions about morality, survival, and the choices we make when pushed to our limits. Gwalani's skillful writing and unpredictable plot twists kept me captivated until the final page. If you're a fan of Saw, Squid Game, or Agatha Christie, this book is a must-read. I highly recommend it for anyone who enjoys a thrilling, suspenseful, and thought-provoking mystery that will keep you guessing until the very end.
-Anjali Sharma (reading_for_sanity)
(Amazon Reviewer)
Author Biography
Varun Gwalani is the author of six novels: Believe, The First Storyteller, The Story Circle,The Novel Year, Who Saves the Hero? and The Only Way Out is Death. Each book is a different genre, with his latest book "The Only Way Out is Death" being a murder mystery thriller.
In addition to being an author, Varun has been a teacher of creative writing and English for several years now. He's an advocate for mental health awareness, having given a TEDx talk and written several articles on Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder.
Varun also loves reading, board games and video games, and he can often be find blending these interests by playing a visual novel. He would also like to tell you about the thing he hates the most: writing in third-person.
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Bibliographic Information
- Publisher Saga Publications
- Orginal LanguageEnglish
- ISBN/Identifier 9789392279676
- Publication Country or regionIndia
- FormatPaperback
- Primary Price 499 INR
- Pages308
- ReadershipGeneral
- Publish StatusPublished
- Copyright Year2022
- Dimensions8.5x5.5 inches
