A Master of Djinn
Nebula, Locus, and Alex Award-winner P. Djèlí Clark returns to his popular alternate Cairo universe for his fantasy novel debut, A Master of Djinn
Cairo, 1912: Though Fatma el-Sha’arawi is the youngest woman working for the Ministry of Alchemy, Enchantments and Supernatural Entities, she’s certainly not a rookie, especially after preventing the destruction of the universe last summer.
So when someone murders a secret brotherhood dedicated to one of the most famous men in history, al-Jahiz, Agent Fatma is called onto the case. Al-Jahiz transformed the world fifty years ago when he opened up the veil between the magical and mundane realms, before vanishing into the unknown. This murderer claims to be al-Jahiz, returned to condemn the modern age for its social oppressions. His dangerous magical abilities instigate unrest in the streets of Cairo that threaten to spill over onto the global stage.
Alongside her Ministry colleagues and her clever girlfriend Siti, Agent Fatma must unravel the mystery behind this imposter to restore peace to the city – or face the possibility he could be exactly who he seems...
A Master of Djinn is poised to launch P. Djèlí Clark’s SFF career to new heights as the highly-anticipated debut readers are clamoring for.
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P. Djèlí Clark
P. Djèlí Clark’s stories pulse with the energy of the fantastical, weaving together history, magic, and the profound complexities of culture and identity. A voice that stands out in speculative fiction, Clark’s work blurs the boundaries of genres, often blending elements of alternate history, steampunk, and Afrofuturism. His world-building is immersive and rich, creating spaces where the past and future collide in ways that challenge our perceptions of both.
Born in New York and raised by the vibrant storytelling traditions of his family, Clark's imagination has always been fueled by the histories and myths of his heritage. This grounding in history and culture provides a unique lens through which he views the speculative genre, leading to his groundbreaking novels and short stories that resonate with both fantasy and literary audiences. His narratives often draw from African, Caribbean, and African American traditions, embedding them in imaginative settings where the stakes are high, and the characters are as multifaceted as the worlds they inhabit.
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