206 Bones: An Inspector Saralkar Mystery by Salil Desai

THE DETECTIVE DUO RETURNS FOR A TWISTED DOUBLE PUZZLE.

Inspector Saralkar is back, and this time, the past is literally rising from the ground to haunt him. When a skeleton is unearthed beneath the lawns of a Pune bungalow slated for demolition, the Pune Homicide Unit faces a cold case with no leads and a long list of potential suspects—from former tenants and servants to the family who inherited the property.

As Saralkar, Motkar, and Zirpe begin to peel back the layers of this macabre discovery, they are blindsided by a second, high-profile case: a murder-suicide involving a disgraced DCP. With a survivor who cannot speak and children who are hiding something, Saralkar finds himself caught in a complex web of lies, guilt, and silence. Pacy, gritty, and expertly plotted, 206 Bones is a masterclass in suspense that will keep you guessing until the very last page.

Why mystery lovers are obsessed with the Inspector Saralkar series:

• Riveting Puzzles: Salil Desai excels at weaving together intricate, multilayered mysteries that challenge even the sharpest armchair detectives.

• The Unforgettable Saralkar: A brilliantly crafted protagonist whose wit, tenacity, and unique deductive style make him a standout in Indian crime fiction.

• Atmospheric & Authentic: Set against the vivid backdrop of Pune, these stories capture the gritty reality of police work and the darker side of human nature.

• Acclaimed Author: From the pen of one of India’s most celebrated crime writers—whose work has earned praise from the likes of Sriram Raghavan and Sujoy Ghosh.

Can Saralkar crack the case before the secrets bury him too? Add 206 Bones to your collection at Beetle Bookshop today!