Saturday 13 May 2023

Excerpt from The Unending Nightmare

 Dear friends,                    Just 5 days left for the discount to end.... Hurry!

Preview a sample of The Unending Nightmare by clicking on the above link!
 
Kindly purchase and peruse "The Unending Nightmare" - E-book written by me. It's available as a paperback too for die-hard paperback fans!
 
It's a thrilling and suspenseful book that will keep you guessing till the very end.
 
It will be available for just $1.99 (at a whopping discount of 72%) at www.amazon.com from 11th to 18th May, 2023.

Do post a review online at Amazon to enable me to get more readers and reviewers!
 
Thanks in anticipation. Priya





                                                              EXCERPT
         Unbidden, a figure materialised before my mind’s eye. An evil man with a pronounced hunch. Beady black eyes that could pin you to the floor or to the ceiling. Pock-marked, ruddy face that had evidently weathered many a storm. Misshapen nose that looked like it had been at the receiving end of a vicious blow. Well-aimed and well-timed, probably… Thin and mean black lips that pursed into a straight line, almost disappearing into the fleshy upper lip. Jutting, bulbous, pitted chin - a walnut!

          Though of above-average height, the hunch made him appear squat. Or probably, it was the rolls of flesh that stuck to every pore of his being! Ever so often, he would straighten up in a bid to draw himself to his full height, but would instantly shrink back; the hunch overpowering him, subduing him. When it did that, he and I could look each other in the eye. As equals of 5 feet and three inches height!

          Then I could finish my appraisal of his form. Misshapen, faded blue trousers that barely reached his ankles would cling to his protruding belly, thanks to black, fraying suspenders. If the suspenders ever gave way, the trousers would surely land in a heap around his ankles! That moment was probably just around the corner.

          A dirty old vest that looked as if it had braved centuries of onslaughts of dirt, grime and gore gave shape to his torso, generously and unapologetically spilling out of the suspenders. Feet encased in worn-out sneakers that had probably been with him for a century, or for as long as the vest! A fine pair! Trust-worthy. Loyal. Faded and jaded, but not out. So just how old could he be?

          My gaze would zero in on his pate of thinning red hair. Henna-dyed? An even sprinkling of thin red hair covered his head, showing a shiny scalp. As if his pate could give me an answer about his age…. But these days, every male was balding early and blaming it on the pollution or genes! 

          Back to his face. Rounded, high forehead, lined heavily by three deep grooves. Broken, bushy, greying eyebrows. There, I got my answer! Probably fifties. The cheeks hung like bags of groceries, competing with the flesh on the upper lip, to touch his chin.

          I can almost hear your unspoken question. Why did I call him an evil man?

                                                               END OF EXCERPT

Intrigued? Is your mind also clamouring for the answer? Immediately purchase this e-book and settle down for an exciting reading session from start to finish! Get the answer and more...

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The copyright of this novel is with Mrs. Priya Ramesh Swaminathan.

Wednesday 10 May 2023

The Unending Nightmare - Kindle Countdown Deal

 Dear friends,

Preview a sample of The Unending Nightmare by clicking on the above link!
 
Kindly purchase and peruse "The Unending Nightmare" - E-book written by me. It's available as a paperback too for die-hard paperback fans!
 
It's a thrilling and suspenseful book that will keep you guessing till the very end.
 
It will be available for just $1.99 (at a whopping discount of 72%) at www.amazon.com from 11th to 18th May, 2023.

Do post a review online at Amazon to enable me to get more readers and reviewers!
 
Thanks in anticipation. Priya

“Forget the past and move on!” How easy it is, for people to thus advise a person, who is struggling with the unpleasant memories of a gory past! As if it is so easy to erase memories, more so, nasty ones!

Often such a troubled person will take such advice and truly try to move on, but his mind will prevent him from doing so. If he ignores the well-meant but impractical advice, he will be plagued by recurring nightmares of his past.

Reena is one such troubled soul, trying hard to put her dark past behind and forge ahead in life. Yet the past catches up with her and pursues her till her very sanity is at stake!

To be one up on it, she devises lots of plans but what will be, will be…

Follow gutsy Reena on her quest for a peaceful life, fighting bravely against all odds, all alone.

Will she succeed in her difficult and challenging mission?

Read on to find out, in this edgy thriller…

                                         


  

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THE UNENDING NIGHTMARE

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Priya Ramesh Swaminathan (January 12, 2022)
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                                              AN EXCERPT

          I stared back, unabashed. He was looking drop-dead gorgeous. His thick hair was being ruffled by the strong wind. Though rivulets of perspiration ran down his temples and neck, he appeared fresh and alert. Only the clenching and unclenching of his square jaws gave away his tension. He was evidently waiting for me to speak first. Ladies first!

          Looking intently into his dark eyes, I was trying to fathom his intentions. Discussion indeed! About what?.........

          Feeling slightly uncomfortable, he turned his attention towards the copper bottle that he had in his right hand. “Water?” he inquired.

          “Thanks” I said and took it from his hand. As my hand slightly touched his, a frisson went up my spine. I looked downwards and then raised my head and had a long swig from the bottle, taking care to not touch the bottle’s rim. He was keenly watching my tanned throat as the water went down my gullet and I gulped. Then his gaze fell on my heaving chest.

           His left hand twitched as it gripped the lower part of the bench. Was he nervous? 

                                                                 END OF EXCERPT 

Intrigued? Can't wait to find out what happens next? Instantly purchase the e-book and settle down for a highly entertaining and suspenseful reading session. Don't forget to post your review online! Do spread the good word around!

Thanks. Priya😍 


 

Friday 5 May 2023

Last day for the Kindle discount! - Shadows in the Dark

                            Shadows in the Dark - An enigmatic thriller! 

                Last day to avail the whopping discount - Gallop!

(Recd. a 5 star rating at amazon.in. Do read the review at the end of this post.)

Its e-book will be available for just $ 1.99 at www.amazon.com from 29th April to 6th May, 2023 under a Kindle Countdown Deal, at a whopping discount of 72%! 

Do consider buying a copy. Enjoy reading it and post your invaluable review online at www.amazon.com. Your review will also be posted on this blog.


Dear friends,

Often, the questions that niggle one are "Who am I? Where do I come from? Where do I go henceforth?"


Why these questions keep recurring in one's mind is beyond anyone! But when they do rear their heads regularly, the quest begins earnestly.

To find out more about the answers. To ensure peace. Not only with oneself but with one's milieu.

In this intriguing novel, Dr. Ajoy Mitra is one such troubled soul who is at great pains to unearth secrets. Of the past!

Caught willy-nilly in his life's mission are his clever protégés, Himesh and Shivani. And a host of other enigmatic characters!

Will they succeed in the mission?

Do purchase this suspenseful, thrilling e-book, read it and find out! In case you are a die-hard fan of a hard copy paperback, (Who isn't?), you could opt to purchase one so that you could keep reliving the excitement of reading this thriller all over again. And again...
And share your excitement with your friends too!

Your invaluable, online feedback is eagerly awaited. Needless to say, more the reviews, more my chances of winning! Your support is crucial and most welcome! Thanks in anticipation. 

Priya Ramesh Swaminathan


 YOU COULD EVEN PERUSE MY OTHER 24 E-BOOKS. 
Thanks. Happy reading! Have a great day ahead!
Priya Ramesh Swaminathan

Here's the e-book's link! Preview a sample of the book for free....

Shadows in the Dark

$0.00Free with Kindle Unlimited membership

Buy for $6.99

 

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Shadows in the Dark Paperback – Large Print, July 1, 2021


Paperback

Excerpt

                         “Please don’t drag me into this, Sir. I just want to earn a living. I am a widow and need the money to send to my only daughter who’s studying in Bhopal. I don’t want to end up as a tomb here.”

                          As Himesh realized that she’d not speak further, he said, “O.K. thanks.”

                          As they emerged into the open area in the trench, a shower of rocks and loose rubble came thundering down on them. Himesh just about managed to push Saroj away to safety. A huge boulder grazed his shoulder and he winced in pain. He ran back to the sheltered area, as did Saroj. She looked with panic-stricken eyes at him. He asked her to remain silent, motioning with his fingers. For about half an hour, they remained there in absolute silence, with thudding hearts. They hoped that the rocky cavern wouldn’t cave in and bury them alive! Someone above the trench was spying on them and had pushed the rocks down to harm them.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 END OF EXCERPT

Intrigued about the spy and his quest? Do purchase a copy and read it to find about about what happens next! LAST DAY TODAY, FOR THE DISCOUNT! Don't forget to post a review at the Amazon website. Thanks in anticipation. Priya

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 Shadows in the Dark

by Priya Ramesh Swaminathan  | 1 July 2021

5.0 out of 5 stars 1

Kindle Edition

 

Free with Kindle Unlimited membership Learn More

Or 449 to buy

Top review from India

Rajni

 5.0 out of 5 stars

 0 out of 5 stars5.0 out of 5 stars Mystery novel at its best

Reviewed in India on 31 August 2021

Dear mystery aficionados! You are in for a treat! Author Priya Ramesh Swaminathan has concocted a tale of an anthropologist researcher and his two dedicated assistants. The other characters in the plot add to the suspense and strange things happening at the site. The author has played with words and adds her inimitable style to the setting of the story. So what are you waiting for? It's time to read and unravel the secrets to fully solve the mystery woven in this gripping novel. Best wishes to the author and the readers.

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The copyright of this novel is with Mrs. Priya Ramesh Swaminathan.

Monday 1 May 2023

Shadows in the Dark - An enigmatic thriller!

   Shadows in the Dark - An enigmatic thriller! 

(Recd. a 5 star rating at amazon.in. Do read the review at the end of this post.)

Its e-book will be available for just $ 1.99 at www.amazon.com from 29th April to 6th May, 2023 under a Kindle Countdown Deal, at a whopping discount of 72%! 

Do consider buying a copy. Enjoy reading it and post your invaluable review online at www.amazon.com. Your review will also be posted on this blog.

E-book

Dear friends,

Often, the questions that niggle one are "Who am I? Where do I come from? Where do I go henceforth?"

Why these questions keep recurring in one's mind is beyond anyone! But when they do rear their heads regularly, the quest begins earnestly.

To find out more about the answers. To ensure peace. Not only with oneself but with one's milieu.

In this intriguing novel, Dr. Ajoy Mitra is one such troubled soul who is at great pains to unearth secrets. Of the past!

Caught willy-nilly in his life's mission are his clever protégés, Himesh and Shivani. And a host of other enigmatic characters!

Will they succeed in the mission?

Do purchase this suspenseful, thrilling e-book, read it and find out! In case you are a die-hard fan of a hard copy paperback, (Who isn't?), you could opt to purchase one so that you could keep reliving the excitement of reading this thriller all over again. And again...
And share your excitement with your friends too!

Your invaluable, online feedback is eagerly awaited. Needless to say, more the reviews, more my chances of winning! Your support is crucial and most welcome! Thanks in anticipation. 

Priya Ramesh Swaminathan



This enchanting collage has been created by me with the help of Canva. Thanks, Canva!

 YOU COULD EVEN PERUSE MY OTHER 24 E-BOOKS. 

Thanks. Happy reading! Have a great day ahead!
Priya Ramesh Swaminathan

Here's the e-book's link! Preview a sample of the book for free....

Shadows in the Dark

$0.00Free with Kindle Unlimited membership

Buy for $6.99

 

·         Books

·         

·         Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

·         

·         Mystery


Shadows in the Dark Paperback – Large Print, July 1, 2021


Paperback

Excerpt

                 Suddenly a thump landed on his back. It was Shivani. “Hey, why are you quiet, man? Say something. Isn’t it beautiful here?” Himesh looked around at the gulmohar trees slowly wobbling by, in full bloom, a gorgeous whir of green and orange; and felt the cool breeze ruffling his hair. 

               Shivani also looked very pretty in a cream tank top paired with black jeans. Her thick, shoulder-length hair blew around her face, making her look innocent and charming. Her lips had a hint of pale pink lip balm. Her eyes flashed brightly, further accentuated by an eye-liner. She had definitely dressed up to impress him!

               “Yes, very pretty,” he drawled meaningfully. She blushed delightedly. “Me or the scenery?” she asked coquettishly. 

               “Both” he said, with a slight grin. Shivani fawned at him obviously. Probably she was making some headway with him! 

                Then just to tease her, he remarked “But Mira is beautiful. You know what I mean!” She gave him a vicious look. 

               “No need to rub it in,” she said peevishly. As tears stung her eyes, she impulsively grabbed the whip and reins of the horse from Sajjan after roughly pushing him aside. He was stunned. So much strength for a chit of a girl! 

               As she started lashing the whip, Himesh lost it. He wasn’t going to tolerate her tantrums, that too on an official trip. The tonga was lurching ahead violently, with the horse bucking up and protesting under the sudden and unprovoked onslaught by a stranger. 

               A car swerved with a squeal of brakes, from the path of the unsteady tonga. As its driver swore at the tonga’s occupants, Sajjan helplessly looked at Himesh, as if pleading for his intervention! Now it was his turn to snatch the control of the tonga from her.

               He abruptly grabbed the whip and reins from her, steadied the panicking horse and slowed the pace of the tonga. Then he urged the horse to halt. Now Shivani was glaring daggers at him, gritting her teeth. 

               Suddenly Himesh grinned. “You resemble a wild cat now!” 

               Even as he said that, she flew on him, pounding her small fists on his face and head. He expertly caught both her wrists with one hand and slapped her with the other. She shrieked loudly and started bawling. 

    END OF EXCERPT

Intrigued about Dr. Mitra and his quest? Do purchase a copy and read it to find about about what happens next! Don't forget to post a review at the Amazon website. Thanks in anticipation. Priya

https://www.amazon.in/Shadows-Dark-Priya-Ramesh-Swaminathan-ebook/dp/B098JPZNL3/



 Shadows in the Dark

by Priya Ramesh Swaminathan  | 1 July 2021

5.0 out of 5 stars 1

Kindle Edition

 

Free with Kindle Unlimited membership Learn More

Or 449 to buy

Top review from India

Rajni

 5.0 out of 5 stars

 0 out of 5 stars5.0 out of 5 stars Mystery novel at its best

Reviewed in India on 31 August 2021

Dear mystery aficionados! You are in for a treat! Author Priya Ramesh Swaminathan has concocted a tale of an anthropologist researcher and his two dedicated assistants. The other characters in the plot add to the suspense and strange things happening at the site. The author has played with words and adds her inimitable style to the setting of the story. So what are you waiting for? It's time to read and unravel the secrets to fully solve the mystery woven in this gripping novel. Best wishes to the author and the readers.

*******************

The copyright of this novel is with Mrs. Priya Ramesh Swaminathan.