📕The Startup Scandal | A Thrilling Story of Power, Betrayal, and Revenge in the Cutthroat World of Business by Naveen Kundra

 BOOK DETAILS : 

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Srishti Publishers & Distributors; First Edition (10 December 2025); Srishti Publishers & Distributors, a unit of AJR Publishing LLP, 212-A, Peacock Lane, Shahpur Jat, New Delhi-110049, India, Contact No-011-41751981, sales@srishtipublishers.com
• Paperback ‏ : ‎ 208 pages
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9364113284
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-9364113281

ABOUT THE AUTHOR : 

Naveen has served on warships, and he now runs a Start-up, dreaming to make it big one day. He has lived in many cities, meeting people, making memories and experiencing diverse cultures, which he says helps him in making stories, in addition to day dreaming.

He is alumnus of IIMA and JBIMS.

BOOK REVIEW :

What happens when ambition outpaces loyalty, and trust becomes the most expensive currency of all?

The Startup Scandal plunges readers into the ruthless underbelly of India’s startup ecosystem, where bright ideas are born in hope but often survive only through compromise, manipulation, and betrayal. Naveen Kundra delivers a gripping narrative that proves this is not just a business thriller; it’s a psychological game of power, revenge, and survival.

At the heart of the story is Sanjay Dhingra, a man who once had everything aligned—vision, intelligence, and momentum. But success is fragile. In a matter of days, Sanjay’s carefully built world collapses under the weight of conspiracies, personal betrayals, and emotional wounds. Rivals circle like vultures, love bends to money, and friendship reveals its darkest face. Yet what makes Sanjay compelling is not his fall—but his refusal to stay down.

The author’s greatest strength lies in character complexity. Sanjay is not painted as a flawless hero; he is impulsive yet calculating, vulnerable yet sharp, deeply human in his contradictions. These layers make his journey unpredictable and deeply engaging. Each betrayal stings because it feels earned, not exaggerated.

Set against the vibrant chaos of Mumbai, the city becomes more than a backdrop—it mirrors the story’s pulse. The resilience, madness, and relentless energy of the city seep into the narrative, reinforcing the idea that in both Mumbai and the startup world, survival demands grit and adaptability.

What elevates The Startup Scandal is its unflinching realism. This isn’t a glossy, motivational startup tale. The book strips away the glamour to reveal a system driven by closed-door deals, shifting loyalties, and moral grey zones. It asks uncomfortable questions:

– How far would you go to protect your dream?

– What are you willing to sacrifice to win?

– And when survival becomes the only plan, does ambition still have a conscience?

The pacing is sharp, the tension consistent, and the stakes escalate naturally, making it difficult to put the book down. Just when you think you understand the game, the rules change.

The Startup Scandal is a smart, fast-paced thriller that blends business drama with emotional intensity. It’s a must-read for fans of corporate thrillers, revenge narratives, and stories that explore the darker side of ambition.

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