Colombo Attack
Subtitle: කොළඹ ප්‍රහාරය - මුතුමුදලිගේ නිශ්ශංක
Publisher: PothMee Publication by Nissh Em
Published: 2022-12-23
First sentence: Title: Colombo Attack 

The plot unfolds on a bus, amidst the vibrant city of Colombo, Sri Lanka's bustling capital. 

Onboard, a man garbed in Muslim attire reveals a chilling secret – a bomb jacket strapped to his chest. With a heart-pounding cry of "Allahu Akbar," he ominously brandishes a detonator, his intention clear. 

As the first page culminates in nail-biting suspense, the book's title makes its impactful appearance. 

The subsequent chapter opens seven days after the harrowing bus incident. 

In the heart of Colombo, a vital police station receives an urgent and anonymous call, divulging the location of a suspicious house frequented by enigmatic individuals. Acting promptly on the tip-off, a group of brave police officers sets forth to investigate the dubious dwelling – a place where Islamic extremists covertly manufacture deadly bombs. 

As the officers delve deeper into the investigation, they encounter a grim and tragic twist. A female suicide bomber, determined to protect the house's secrets, ignites a devastating explosion, sacrificing herself and obliterating crucial evidence. 

The aftermath of this event spawns a terrifying wave of terrorist attacks, ravaging Colombo for seven relentless days. 

"Colombo Attack" delivers a gripping narrative, overflowing with terror, fear, and insatiable curiosity. The story unfolds at a breakneck pace, evoking a cinematic experience for readers, and it is grounded in a chain of real-life incidents. 

Originally published in September of the preceding year, this book has garnered both praise and critique from Sri Lankan readers, cementing its place as a compelling and thought-provoking literary work.