panThis book was not for me but I appreciate that for others this will be one that stays with them. While fictional, it shows a window into society in Egypt.
Read for #ReadtheWorld2025 #Egypt
pickI enjoyed this short story; it was an interesting blend of steampunk, fantasy (sans the elves & dwarfs), and Arabic culture. I especially liked the cosmic horror and ancient Egyptian elements. I'm wanting more so much that my very next read will be something else from the Dead Djinn Universe!
My first #Kobo e-reader arrived yesterday. I've been breaking it in with "A Dead Djinn in Cairo" by P. Djèlí Clark ??
Any Kobo fans / users out there?
#NewExperiences
so-soThis story reminds me a lot of the movie Hellboy. Magic, djinn, angels(?), otherworldly beings, the threat of total destruction of our world, doom, despair. It was interesting but just OK. ⭐️⭐️⭐️
pickA thrilling expansion of Clark's alternative Cairo. The third novella/short story in a trilogy of prequels to A Master of Djinn, we are introduced to Agent Nasr, a no-nonsense agent reluctantly paired with a newbie. Previous stories explored how the introduction of djinn and "angels" affected the city, but a new entity haunts this entry.
pickAn exciting entry into the world of Egypt and djinns in this prequel novelette.
pickI really enjoyed this, alternate supernatural history set in Cairo. I loved the side story of the mixed religion and cultural push of women's suffragettes and how it tied in so well with the "haunting". Clark has built a rich and creative world for such a slim novel, and the characters are distinct and some are relatable - grumpy older officer gave someone to roll your eyes at a bit and I was happy to see he was progressive.
pickMy plan was to reread the novellas and then finally read the novel… and I‘m happy to announce that I have finished my reread. This audiobook has a different narrator but he was very enjoyable to listen to - so I was only disappointed momentarily. Absolutely loved visiting again.
bailedThis has been on my shelf for years. I have started it twice. Sixty pages in and I don‘t find it interesting at all.
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