This was a high stakes , high energy book that is unfortunately all too plausible.
The story line was engaging and well written, it held my attention and interest all the way through.
A GREAT story. Thanks to #netgalley and the publisher for allowing me a pre release copy. I just reviewed Hunted by Abir Mukherjee. #Hunted #NetGalley

Oh wow! This truly is a thriller; fast paced from start to finish and with so many unexpected twists. It starts off literally with a bang; an explosion in a shopping mall. Sadly, such events are so plausible and the panic, destruction and mayhem is well depicted. The story builds with FBI chasing terrorises at the same time as the parents of a couple of youngsters involved, desperate to find their offspring before the FBI.

It’s a superbly well written catch and hold your breath thriller, But it’s written with insight and intelligence which takes it to the next level. In addition to a carefully crafted story with plausible characters, Mukerjhee explores radicalisation. It’s an issue we know about but on the most part, don’t truly understand and it remains a threat to all societies. There’s much food for thought in the story and it’s one which swept me along with a punchy narrative and I was sorry when it finished. Simply superb.

Could not put this one down!! Great read, gripping fast paced thriller.
Story follows a few different characters, FBI agent mystry is chasing a group behind suicide Bombings, Sajid and carrie are parents of 2 suspects and they are desperately trying to find their son and daughter, aliysha and Greg are trying to escape the mind behind the bombings, Miriam.
Twisty turney, you think you've figured it out then discover you were wrong.
Really interesting read about radicalisation
I would definitely recommend!!
Thanks to netgalley for the arc of this book in exchange for my honest review.

Abir Mukherjee’s “Hunted” is a fast paced thriller. From the opening explosion that rips through a crowded American mall, you’re thrown headfirst into a desperate race against time. The novel is filled with twists and turns that will keep you guessing until the very last page.

What elevates “Hunted” is Mukherjee’s exploration of radicalization. He delves into the dark underbelly of extremist groups, showing how they prey on vulnerable young people, particularly Muslims, raising important questions about the factors that lead to terrorism. It adds a layer of depth and weight to the fast-paced action, making “Hunted” more than just a thrilling read.

We follow two desperate parents, Carrie and Sajid, whose seemingly normal lives are shattered when their children disappear, suspected of involvement in the mall bombing. Their frantic search takes them across continents, forced to confront their own biases and the horrifying possibility that their children have been radicalized.

FBI Agent Shreya Mistry, driven and fiercely intelligent, is hot on their trail. As she pieces together the clues, she uncovers a larger conspiracy that threatens to bring the country to its knees. Mukherjee weaves these narratives together, creating a tension that never lets up.

Just when you think you have it all figured out, the story throws you a curve ball with its ending. It’s a satisfying conclusion that leaves you wanting more, but also cleverly sets the stage for a potential sequel.

This is a hard read. A mother and father trying to find and save their children from a radical group who are intent on causing a catastrophic event at the US Presidential Election campaign. A cat and mouse chase to find their children before the unimaginable happens. This is a great story although did not give me that adrenaline rush I was expecting. My only criticism was that the ending left me hanging. I would have liked a few more answers.

Abir Mukherjee is best known for his historical mysteries, featuring Wyndham and Banerjee, and set in India during the time of the Raj. However, with this book he has moved to a contemporary thriller and has done so effortlessly.

The novel opens with a shocking explosion in a shopping mall, but it is obvious to the reader that things are not clear cut. The young girl pulling a bomb in a case in an American shopping centre is a British Muslim and it soon appears the bombing did not go as planned. One of the first on the scene is rogue FBI agent Shreya Mistry, tenacious and obsessive, who enters the damaged mall against advice on her hunt for answers. America, meanwhile, is eight days before an election which, well, we all know what is happening in the US, so you get the picture. The candidates are lightly camouflaged but the out-of-control language and the damaging fissures in society are obvious and so this is an event which can easily become toxic very quickly.

Meanwhile, in London, Sajid Khan is a man quietly going to work at Heathrow Airport. He believes his youngest daughter, Aliyah, is in Japan but when the police arrive, he discovers she is believed to be in America, having travelled there with the girl from the shopping mall. Shocked and horrified, he is then visited by Carrie, an American woman who believes that Aliyah and her son, Greg are together. Together, the two try to find their children and uncover what is going on. Mistry is also desperate to uncover answers before she is pulled completely from the case.

Mukherjee has lots to say about the state of our world, the assumptions we make and has enough twists and turns to make this an exciting and intelligent read. Shreya is an excellent character but the one most readers will be rooting for is Sajid, who is determined to discover the whereabouts of his daughter and save her. I thought this a very interesting read and it would also be excellent for a book club as there is much to discuss.

I received a copy of this book from the publisher, via NetGalley, for review.

I did read synopsis but dnf novel unfortunately just not really my thing but what I did read was well written. It was just the subject matter I didn't like.

I’ve read and enjoyed a couple of Abir Mukherjee’s Wyndham and Banerjee series so I was intrigued to see how he’d approach a modern-day thriller. Brilliantly and at breakneck speed! Hunted has a rich cast, mostly Brits and Americans, many of whom are first- or second-generation immigrants. The story is told in turn from the points of view of FBI agent Shreya, medically trained bureau de change clerk Sajid, and ex-army engineer ex-con Greg.
A few days before the US presidential election, forces are at work to influence the outcome. To say any more would be to spoil twists and reveals galore. Just when you think you’ve worked out who’s lying about what, you’ll be proved wrong. I could easily imagine this as a gripping film: it has all the pace and scope to keep you rooted to your seat and gasping out loud. If you’re reticent about reading longer books, don’t be – you’ll find yourself turning the 500+ pages at such a rate that you’ll be finished before you know it, wanting to go back and see where you missed the clues. Cracking stuff.

There are plenty of twists in this story, especially towards the dramatic ending, it keeps you guessing as to what’s going to happen. I did not really understand the reasons behind the assassination plot . Well worth a read.
Thanks to NetGalley and Random House for the advance copy of this book

Wow! This was my first Abir Mukherjee book but I doubt it will be my last. It was action packed from the start and would make a superb movie or TV series. I did have a little trouble initially keeping up with who was double crossing whom as the twists come thick and fast throughout the book. However the characters are clearly written and as the book progresses their differences become very clear. I'm proud to say I guessed the final 'baddy' just before the reveal! A fantastic roller coaster adventure I'm happy to recommend.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read an advance copy. All opinions are my own.

This is one heck of a rollercoaster of a ride with the action never giving up from the off! A new author for me and I’m thrilled that I was approved to read the book as I see that there are more books of his to read and if they are good as this one as I suspect they will be then I have something to look forward to.
This is a very topical story set in both the UK and the US as two parents try to find their missing children who have become tied up in a terrorist plot.
The story flies along going at a fair old pace and with some fabulous twists I found myself holding my breath as the book drew to an extremely exciting and dramatic conclusion.
A lot of different characters all well crafted and some superb writing. this really is a great read and one I would highly recommend.
My thanks to NetGalley and Random House UK, Vintage, Harvill Secker for giving me the opportunity to read the ARC in exchange for my honest opinion.

Didn't click with this one I'm afraid. Not a bad book but just didn't grab me. I did get confused about who did what and why and despite rereading pages I'm still not quite sure. Can imagine Tom Cruise in the starring role

One of my top reads of 2024!

This book has an incredible plot and the characters are fantastic. The journeys they all go on are so well thought out and interwoven, it all just felt so real.
This book has brilliant plot twists and you will be kept guessing until the very end!

Full disclosure, this is unbelievably the first Abir Mukherjee I've read but it won't be the last.
What a rollercoaster of a ride, I felt every emotion, the author certainly puts you through the wringer.
An absolute corker of a story.
Highly recommend.

I really enjoyed this book and could immediately sense that the author was a person of colour. The subtle references of racism that can not be replicated by Caucasian writers resonated with me.
The book spans the UK and USA as the FBI attempt to intercept a terrorist organisation which is hell bent on causing mass destruction.(their purpose to rest the world) Obviously they are looking for girls who have been radicalised by muslims which allows Mukherjee to explore the prejudice that surrounds immigrants and those of a non Christian faith.
It opens with Jack and Yasmine as they enter a busy shopping mall and set off a bomb. Things are off from the outset when we see Jack disappear and Yasmine meeting her death. Our, main protagonist is introduced as the FBI are sent in to investigate; Agent Shreya Mistry is sharp and astute, She does not play by the rules but works on instinct albeit she too believes that the terror organisation must be of asian decent. During the high octane chase we are given a sub plot which delivers the backstory for the other protagonists Greg and Aliyah who are part of the group, as their parents cross continents in their bid to save their children. Sajid is a particular well developed character and it is from his perspective that we witness aspects of American poverty and perception of foreigners. Carrie also plays a strong part in highlighting a mother's unconditional love and guilt at having bought her son up in a dysfunctional home. It is no wonder that he became a soldier and ended up in prison only to be radicalised.
For me the end was a little predicable and felt a slightly rushed but I would certainly recommend it and will endeavour to read more from this author.
Thank you NetGalley for the opportunity to read this.

Do not expect to put this book down once you’ve picked it up! From the first page to the last this is a tense and action packed read.

I’m such a fan of the Wyndham series that I was initially a bit unsure about this one. I need not have been concerned though as Abir absolutely pulls it off, bringing his brilliant writing to this tale of terrorism, radicalisation and parental love.

It is high octane but it also addresses the stereotypes and preconceptions we all harbour about others and explores just how far we would go for our children.

What makes this story even more tense is that it is so easy to imagine it actually happening in todays crazy world.

A gripping read

Thank you to Amir Mukherjee, Net galley and Vintage/Random House Uk for the eArc of The Hunted.

I really enjoyed this medium paced thriller which is set mainly in the USA and flits to the UK. Dealing with a young teen that was rationized and the lengths a parent will go to try and protect their children against this. The characters were well defined and felt real. Will definitely be looking out for more of Abir's books in the future .

A massive departure from Mukherjees historical novels set in India. I enjoyed the book, it was a rip-roaring ride and I really liked the characters. However, I was very conscious that this book is set in America and I couldn't disconnect the author from the situation. Bombs and terrorism aren't really what he is known for and it felt a bit forced to fit into a popular genre. The plot was unbelievable at times but if you want an easy read and you haven't read any of Mukherjees books before then you will have run with this story.

One word to sum this book up would be powerful. I know I often say it with books I love that they should be made into films or TV box sets but this one would most certainly make an amazing boxset. It took me back to the excitement of when the TV series 24 first came out. Such, tense, high action, always on the go, excellent!
My only reason for not giving the full 5 stars is that I found the ending quite rushed and I would've loved to have known more about Maria and Jacks reasons and back story. I also, found the final page so heartbreaking but then I guess we can't always have a happy ever after....
Thank you #NetGalley for the arc of #Hunted it certainly opened the eyes and gave a naive suburban white housewife something to think about. This world is so messed up, which is just insane and truly heartbreaking. 4.5 stars rounded up to 5. I will definitely look up this author for future reads

It is one of those books that transports you making you forget about real life and full of delightful characters that spring to life. I actually felt like I was there in the story with them ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐