The Raj: A Novel by Tudor B. Finneran

By Tudor Finneran

Delhi, 1857. The heart of an empire trembles as rebellion ignites.

When Captain James Whitmore receives an ornate ceremonial dagger at a lavish British ceremony, he cannot imagine the storm it will unleash. As whispers of revolt echo through the marble halls and dusty bazaars, Whitmore is drawn into a world where loyalty is fragile and every choice has a price.

Asha Devi, the brilliant daughter of a slain nobleman, hides her true allegiance behind the mask of a translator. Beneath her calm exterior, she orchestrates a dangerous resistance, risking everything for her people's freedom-even as forbidden feelings grow between her and the conflicted Whitmore.

As the rebellion spreads, Colonel Reginald Hartwell's ruthless grip tightens, and local merchant Rajesh Gupta walks a perilous line between collaboration and treason. Young Lieutenant Thomas Finch, once an idealist, witnesses horrors that shatter his faith in the empire he serves.

At the center of it all is the dagger-a symbol of power, resistance, and hope-whose fate will decide more than one destiny.

Meticulously researched and richly atmospheric, The Raj brings to life the chaos and courage of the 1857 Indian Rebellion. Through intersecting lives and impossible choices, Tudor B. Finneran weaves a sweeping tale of betrayal, forbidden love, and the true cost of empire.

Perfect for fans of Hilary Mantel and Amitav Ghosh, The Raj is a gripping epic of history, identity, and the enduring power of symbols.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FBSCX8G5
• ISBN13: 9798286221059
• Release Date: June 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 132 Pages
• Weight: 0.41 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"