Eto Rokto Keno by Samaresh Majumdar [Hardcover]

Tripura is a small state in northeastern India, celebrated for its royal history, Rabindranath Tagore's memories, and scenic hill beauty. However, over the past few years, various separatist forces have emerged in this peaceful state. These separatist groups are divided into different factions, and their work involves creating terror by opposing the elected government.

The protagonist of this novel is Basudev, who was born and raised in Tripura. Basudev is a journalist and the chief correspondent for a famous foreign TV and radio channel. He is married to the daughter of a recently retired DIG of police, who, despite his long career, had never been targeted by militants. However, the DIG's only son, Saumitra, who is a government doctor, is suddenly transferred to a remote village in Tripura. The family wanted Saumitra to find an alternative arrangement, but against everyone's wishes, Saumitra went to the village.

Soon after reaching the village, Saumitra is kidnapped by a militant group that demands a hefty ransom. How journalist Basudev, with immense patience and intelligence, rescues Saumitra from the terrifying darkness without paying the ransom is the thrilling story of "Eto Rokto Keno."

This novel is filled with suspenseful excitement on every page, dealing with the separatist movement and capturing the tension and drama of the protagonist's journey to save Saumitra.