Author : Udayan Mukerji
Publisher: Notion Press
Pages : 293
Price : 350/- INR
Format : Paperback
Buy : Amazon India
Rating: 5/5 Stars
Blurb :
Pinto is a middle level officer in the Internal Security Agency, or ISA who discovers, through a series of episodic experiences that the template for catching spies is not the gun toting flamboyance of James Bond. Nor, for that matter, is it the dull grey world of Smiley’s People. Much of it is patient pursuit and back end planning lit by the occasional flash of brilliance. Yet, even if there are no adrenaline spikes and meetings in the shadows of the gloaming; Pinto enjoys his job with the all the mental challenges and the perseverance it requires. Like in any other government department, Pinto too has to deal with failing room coolers, an aging car and the quirks of officialdom; but there is a professional core in the organization that, with good humour, sensitivity and patience, is able to carry the day. The book also has side stories that, though occasionally anecdotal, paint Pinto’s life in vibrant colours.
Review :
A profound book, that surpassed all my expectations. A hell of a ride from the first page till the last word. The story revolve around the working life of ISA (internal security agency ) officer Pinto. Each pages make you think and in places, re read just to make sure, you know what's happening but it is written very well and that's what counts. On the surface the story is pretty basic and easy to follow but deep within this novel, there is so much more going on. The way the story is presented what is revealed what is held back and the sequence of revelation is superb. The author uses his experience and does not let the illusion ever crumble. A must read book. Highly recommend.
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