CRY OF THE HORNBILL by Husna

 CRY OF THE HORNBILL by Husna | Book Review

Husna's "Cry of the Hornbill" is a haunting murder mystery set during Nagaland's Hornbill Festival. It is set in India's Northeast and focuses on the lives of the Indigenous people there. 

A young protagonist sets out to learn about the significance of the hornbill, a bird to the indigenous spirituality and culture. Tanya Singh, a journalist, was brutally murdered at the beginning of the story. 

What begins as a search for the truth quickly devolves into a maze of buried family secrets, eerie folklore, and an unsettling presence in the dense forests. 

When experienced but tired inspector John Angami takes over the case, he finds himself caught in a web of secrets that go far beyond a simple murder. He discovers truths that blur the line between the rational and the mystical as Angami digs deeper, leaving her and the reader to question reality itself. 

The novel achieves a truly immersive experience thanks to its masterful suspense and emotional depth balance. It is a concerto of personal vendettas, hidden truths, political intrigue, and orchestrated tension. 

The author skilfully blurs the lines between the natural and the supernatural with each turn, making you question what is true and what is myth. 

When you read "The Cry of the Hornbill," you feel like you are embarking on an exciting journey through the centre of Nagaland. There, ancient customs and modern chaos collide, and every page turned is a step further into the maze of secrets.

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