Once Upon a Thief - Paperback

"In the pulsating underbelly of Guwahati's labyrinth, 'Once Upon a Thief' unfolds a cinematic saga of crime, passion, and betrayal. Aditya, the seasoned maestro of heists, and Ria, an unexpected pawn in a sinister game, collide in a scenario straight out of a noir thriller.

Their initial encounter becomes the spark igniting a blaze of intrigue and danger, thrusting them into a high-stakes heist orchestrated by the enigmatic Panchali. As Aditya engineers Ria's escape, the plot hurtles toward a grandiose heist that promises to redefine Guwahati's criminal landscape.

Against the sultry backdrop of Guwahati's urban jungle and the rhythmic beats of Shillong's music culture, the narrative takes an unexpected twist. Social issues of water body preservation and sewage problems are seamlessly woven into the storyline, adding a layer of urgency to the unfolding drama.

Chased by the relentless police force and Ria's dogged father, Aditya and Ria navigate a treacherous landscape where allies blur into adversaries. Panchali, the shadowy orchestrator, toys with their destinies, casting a dark veil over trust and loyalty.

Caught in this complex dance of deceit, Aditya faces a dual challenge: save Ria from the jaws of danger and unravel Panchali's mysterious motives. Meanwhile, Debojit, the relentless police officer, peels back layers of criminal intrigue, exposing secrets that threaten to topple the city's criminal empire.

'Once Upon a Thief' promises a riveting spectacle of suspense, action, and moral dilemmas, with a plot that twists and turns like a Hollywood blockbuster. Can Aditya and Ria outsmart their pursuers? Will Panchali's machinations lead to triumph or doom? And can Debojit untangle the web of crime enshrouding the city? Brace yourself for a rollercoaster ride of thrills, mystery, and the stark cost of betrayal in this edge-of-your-seat tale where crime and redemption collide under the neon lights of Guwahati."