Death at the Elephant House

Death at the Elephant House: A Haveli Hotel Mystery #2 by Paul Waters

A locked room, a wealthy family full of secrets and an unlikely crime-solving duo return in Death at the Elephant House by Paul Waters, the second book in the Haveli Hotel Mystery series. When the formidable matriarch of one of Delhi's richest families is found dead inside the historic Elephant House, Irish nun Sister Agatha Murphy and Indian hotel owner Avtar Mehta must unravel a murder where everyone seems to have something to hide.

With family rivalries, hidden debts and dangerous connections complicating the investigation, the pair face a mystery that reaches far beyond a single death. Against the backdrop of Delhi's Lohri celebrations, their search brings them into contact with a powerful gangster, a police siege and even a cigarette-stealing elephant.

About This Book

The victim's children all have possible motives, but the truth behind her death may lie in a much deeper history of betrayal and resentment. As Sister Agatha and Avtar investigate the locked-room murder, they must navigate a family divided by greed and suspicion while questioning whether someone is manipulating events from behind the scenes.

Blending classic detective fiction with humour, Indian settings and an entertaining cast of characters, Death at the Elephant House delivers a mystery where every clue raises new questions and trusting the wrong person could prove fatal.

What You'll Discover

• A locked-room murder mystery set in a historic Delhi mansion
• The return of the unlikely investigative duo Sister Agatha Murphy and Avtar Mehta
• A wealthy family caught in a web of rivalry, secrets and suspicion
• Dangerous criminal connections and a tense police siege
• Humour, unexpected complications and twists against the backdrop of Lohri

Perfect For

• Fans of classic detective fiction and locked-room mysteries
• Readers who enjoy cosy crime with humour and eccentric characters
• Lovers of Indian crime fiction and stories set in Delhi
• Readers who enjoy unlikely detective partnerships
• Fans of the Haveli Hotel Mystery series

Why You'll Love This Book

Death at the Elephant House combines an intriguing murder puzzle with family drama, colourful characters and a distinctly Indian setting. Sister Agatha and Avtar's unconventional partnership brings humour and personality to a suspenseful investigation filled with red herrings, hidden motives and dangerous secrets. It is an entertaining pick for readers who enjoy clever mysteries with a playful twist.