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HarperCollins Presents The Prince and the Nightingale by Abhishek Bhatt

“A timeless love story so melodious that its resonance is felt much after one finishes reading it”
Hansal Mehta, Film Director

SOON TO BE A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE

About the Book

She was the melody queen
He ruled the pitch
Would they give up their passions for the sake of love?

On the eve of India’s Independence, Maharaja Uday Singh, the King of Ranakpour, urges his children to find their place in the new India as their 600-year rule on the princely state comes to an end. Stripped of his royal status, Uday Singh’s middle son, Abhimanyu, lands in Bombay to follow his passion – cricket.

While the young prince tries to adapt to life in the metropolis as a commoner, he meets Meera Apte, a struggling, working-class singer with an angelic voice, and they bond over their common interest: Indian classical music.

As their friendship transforms into deep love, Abhimanyu finds himself torn between familial duties and his growing longing for Meera. Finally, they make a choice that will change their destinies forever.

Inspired by true events, The Prince and the Nightingale is a tragic tale of star-crossed love, set against the nascent years of a newly independent nation.

Abhishek Bhatt says, ‘Having spent most of my adult life outside India, I was drawn to the rich history and tapestry of India and this book is my way of connecting to what was lost. What better place to start then than the start of India as a new nation itself.  Inspired by true events, the book tells the tale of ordinary characters going through an extraordinary time in history. The hope is that readers identify with the humanity of the characters and find themselves along the way.

Swati Daftuar, senior commissioning editor says, ‘We are so thrilled to publish Abhishek Bhatt’s moving and evocative book. It’s powerful and heartbreaking with two very strong and passionate people at its centre. A treat for anyone who loves history, romance and of course, cricket and Indian cinema!’

About the Author

Abhishek Bhatt works at CNBC, New York. Before this he was at Sony Pictures Entertainment and O&M. Abhishek’s career has been in the creative and commercial side of the film, TV and web series business. This is his first novel.

For further information please write to: sagiri.dixit@harpercollins.co.in
Fiction | PB | 299
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