The Centipedes is a post-truth fiction. It is an account of the dilemma faced by a reporter while chasing a story of a crime that was committed in the national capital. Events and thoughts are interwoven into the fabric of the story making for a tense and gripping read. In the course of doing his job, the reporter finds himself trapped in a vicious circle of cunning and artful dealings causing him to become disillusioned and disenchanted. Will he be able to complete his assignment?
'The book is a huge wake-up call for India...I'm sure there aren't many books in India (or anywhere else) that are quite like yours, so clear and tough-minded and unapologetic about their criticisms of society... It's a brave book, Piyush', Joe Sacco, legendary comic book artist and journalist.
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Piyush Srivastava
Piyush Srivastava is a journalist. Currently with The Telegraph, he has worked with Mail Today, The Indian Express, The Hindustan Times and The Times of India.
The Centipedes is his first book.
