Publisher's Synopsis
In the shadow of the majestic Himalayas, the peaceful mountain village
of Manali is torn apart by a series of mysterious disappearances that leave the community reeling. When his best friend vanishes during a hike, Ritam Ghosh is driven to uncover the truth, plunging himself into a terrifying supernatural mystery that stretches back centuries. As more villagers vanish without a trace, Ritam teams up with a determined local inspector and a skilled herbalist to investigate the dark forces at work. Their search leads them to uncover ancient legends of a malevolent entity that has long haunted the oldest forests surrounding Manali, a being with an insatiable hunger for human souls. Ritam must confront his own fears and doubts as he races against time to stop this ancient evil from devouring his beloved home and everyone he holds dear. Delving into the shadowy history of Manali's past, he discovers a generations-old struggle against this primordial darkness - a battle he now must finish, no matter the cost. Blending elements of supernatural horror, suspense, and cultural mythology, ""The Vanishing of Manali"" is a gripping tale of one man's quest to save his community from a terrifying force that threatens to consume them all. In the face of unimaginable darkness, Ritam must find the strength to become the hero his village needs, uncovering long-buried secrets and confronting his own inner demons to vanquish the ancient evil once and for all.
