Sonia Samarth of the Stellar Investigations Detective Agency in Pune, India, uses a combination of general and unorthodox methods to solve crimes. Not only does she have a keen sense of observation, she also uses knowledge from intricate astrological charts of those involved in the situations. As well as working on a number of intriguing cases, Sonia has to deal with her conflicted feelings about a handsome journalist and a fiendish jewel thief.

Almost anthological in form with a strong major plotline, THE ASTRAL ALIBI is a joy to read because of the detailed characters and beautiful flavor of India.