
A Dead Djinn in Cairo: A Tor.Com Original
door
P. Djèlí Clark
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beoordelingen)
Formaat
Kindle
Pagina's
45
Taal
Engels
Gepubliceerd
Jan 1, 2016
Uitgever
Tor Books
ISBN-10
0765389444
ISBN-13
9780765389442
Beschrijving
In a mesmerizing alternate version of Cairo, a historical tapestry weaves together the mundane and the magical, creating an enchanting backdrop for a gripping mystery. The year is 1912, a time when the bustling streets brim with charm and danger, and the air is thick with the scent of wonder and intrigue. A vibrant array of characters populate the city's winding alleys, embodying a rich cultural history intertwined with supernatural elements.
Amidst this lively setting, the Ministry of Alchemy plays a crucial role, tasked with overseeing the delicate balance between the human and the otherworldly. When a mysterious and chilling discovery is made— the lifeless body of a djinn found within the heart of the city— it sets off a chain of events that reveals hidden truths and unearths long-held secrets. The investigation, led by a determined and resourceful protagonist, pulls back layers of intrigue, exposing a world lurking just below the surface.
As they delve deeper into the enigma, the protagonist encounters not only the essence of magic that fills the city but also the conflicts and tensions that arise from its existence. The storyline blends themes of colonialism, identity, and power as the characters grapple with their destinies against the backdrop of a city that is as much a character in its own right as the people who inhabit it.
The narrative unfolds with a pace that keeps readers on the edge of their seats, filled with unexpected twists that challenge perceptions of reality and myth. With every revelation, the reader is drawn deeper into a tale that celebrates and interrogates the complexities of a world where the ancient and modern collide in spectacular fashion.
Amidst this lively setting, the Ministry of Alchemy plays a crucial role, tasked with overseeing the delicate balance between the human and the otherworldly. When a mysterious and chilling discovery is made— the lifeless body of a djinn found within the heart of the city— it sets off a chain of events that reveals hidden truths and unearths long-held secrets. The investigation, led by a determined and resourceful protagonist, pulls back layers of intrigue, exposing a world lurking just below the surface.
As they delve deeper into the enigma, the protagonist encounters not only the essence of magic that fills the city but also the conflicts and tensions that arise from its existence. The storyline blends themes of colonialism, identity, and power as the characters grapple with their destinies against the backdrop of a city that is as much a character in its own right as the people who inhabit it.
The narrative unfolds with a pace that keeps readers on the edge of their seats, filled with unexpected twists that challenge perceptions of reality and myth. With every revelation, the reader is drawn deeper into a tale that celebrates and interrogates the complexities of a world where the ancient and modern collide in spectacular fashion.
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