Revisiting The Battleground of Plassey

"The Secret Murder Witness of Siraj-ud-Daulah" by Reetwika Banerjee is a compelling work of historical fiction that takes a deep dive into one of the most defining moments in Indian history—the Battle of Plassey.

- DR. SHIV SETHI

The beauty about history is the more you dig deeper, the more novel truths tumble out of the cupboard.

Blending fact with fiction, the book presents a nuanced narrative that goes beyond the conventional belief that Mir Jafar's betrayal was the sole reason for Siraj-ud-Daulah's downfall.

Instead, it explores a broader spectrum of political conspiracies, external influences, and internal conflicts that led to the decisive battle of 1757 and its aftermath.

Unfolded through a third-person narrative technique, the novel reconstructs the chain of events leading up to the battle, offering a panoramic view of the forces at play.

Rather than focusing on a singular figure, the book gives weight to multiple players, presenting a more holistic understanding of the circumstances that shaped Bengal's fate.