Confessions of a Thug

Set against the backdrop of 1839, the narrative revolves around Queen Victoria's curiosity about a novel revealing the dark realities of her Indian empire. The story features Ameer Ali, a captivating and sinister figure inspired by the real-life criminal Feringhea, who is involved in ritualistic murders. This groundbreaking work, "Confessions of a Thug," not only became a bestseller but also introduced the term "thug" into the English lexicon, intertwining literary achievement with historical significance.