Before I even review this book, let’s talk about how this is the first book in the Dead Djinn Universe. I was a little confused at first because when I looked into the Dead Djinn Universe, there seemed to be 3 other works already published in this world. Book 0.5 – 0.7 are all novellas that other readers have said you don’t need to read to fully enjoy the first full book in the series.
With that said, this is a fun mix of mystery and fantasy. Set in Egypt in an alternate reality where Djinn and magic have been reintroduced into the world we follow Fatma el-Shara’awi as she investigates the mysterious death of a prominent English businessman. As she begins to investigate into the murder, she discovers that al-Jahiz, on of the world’s most famous men and the man who brought djinn back into the world, has returned from the dead.
This book has a little bit of everything. It discusses colonialism, has fabulous characters, a unique magic system, wonderful world building and an intriguing mystery. I thoroughly enjoyed this story and can’t wait for the next book.
AMAZON | GOODREADS | ★★★ ★
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