In 18th-century Cairo, Nahri survives by her wits, swindling nobles with fake healings and sharper lies. She doesn’t believe in magic—until she accidentally summons Dara, a powerful and enigmatic djinn warrior, during a con gone wrong.
Suddenly, Nahri is swept into a world of fire-blooded creatures, ancient grudges, and buried power. As she journeys with Dara to the legendary city of Daevabad, Nahri discovers a lineage that links her to a centuries-old conflict and a future more perilous than any con she’s ever run.
The City of Brass is a lush, Middle Eastern–inspired fantasy of myth, political intrigue, and simmering rebellion. With dazzling worldbuilding and unforgettable characters, this World Fantasy Award finalist marks the beginning of an epic trilogy destined to enchant fans of The Golem and the Jinni and Uprooted.
