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S. A. Chakraborty

The City of Brass

S. A. ChakrabortyFiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2017

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S. A. Chakraborty

The City of Brass

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2017
Book Details
Pages

533

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Cairo, Egypt • 18th century

Publication Year

2017

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

15-18 years

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Super Short Summary

The City of Brass by S. A. Chakraborty follows Nahri, a young woman in 18th-century Cairo with mysterious healing powers, who accidentally summons a djinn named Dara. Together, they journey to the hidden magical city of Daevabad, where Nahri discovers her heritage and gets entangled in the city's complex politics and power struggles involving various magical tribes. The novel explores racism, enslavement, and misogyny, and discusses murder, rape, and self-harm.

Mysterious

Fantastical

Adventurous

Dark

Reviews & Readership

4.3

143,610 ratings

81%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

S. A. Chakraborty's The City of Brass is lauded for its rich world-building, cultural depth, and complex characters, captivating fantasy readers. Critics appreciate the intrigue and political nuances in the narrative. Some, however, note the story's pacing issues and dense exposition. Overall, it's a compelling start to the Daevabad Trilogy that promises an immersive experience.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The City of Brass?

Readers who relish detailed world-building, Middle Eastern folklore, and complex characters will enjoy The City of Brass by S. A. Chakraborty. Fans of The Golem and the Jinni by Helene Wecker and The Daevabad Trilogy will find its blend of myth and magic particularly captivating.

4.3

143,610 ratings

81%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

533

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Cairo, Egypt • 18th century

Publication Year

2017

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

15-18 years

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