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The Haunting Of Tram Car 015

by P. Djèlí Clark

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"A charming romp through a lovingly realized setting. In 1879, Egypt overthrew British rule with the help of a sudden influx of djinn; in 1912, Cairo’s modernity is a mixture of magic and technology. Against this backdrop, agents Hamed Nasr and Onsi Youssef represent the Ministry of Alchemy, Enchantments, and Supernatural Entities, investigating untoward magical occurrences and abuses. When the Superintendent of Tram Safety and Maintenance calls them in to deal with the titular haunted tram car, they’re both bemused – but taking the case leads them on a merry chase through their city and alternate approaches to magic and philosophy. Delightful!"
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