The Case of the Dastardly Djinn: A Masked Man of Cairo Prequel

A homeless boy. A hunted girl.


Cairo, 1917. In a city plagued by poverty and war, ten-year-old Faisal begs and steals to survive, hiding at night from the things that prowl after dark. The nimblest and most clever of the street boys, he's terrified of the unseen spirits he's convinced haunt the ancient city.


But when he discovers a girl his age left homeless by a terrible tragedy, Faisal decides to do what no one ever did for him-help. With no shelter and facing the many dangers of Cairo's darkened streets, Faisal's loyalties are tested when together they uncover a criminal ring more sinister than his worst superstitions.


This prequel to the Masked Man of Cairo mystery adventure series will thrill new listeners and long-time fans alike!

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The Case of the Dastardly Djinn: A Masked Man of Cairo Prequel

A homeless boy. A hunted girl.


Cairo, 1917. In a city plagued by poverty and war, ten-year-old Faisal begs and steals to survive, hiding at night from the things that prowl after dark. The nimblest and most clever of the street boys, he's terrified of the unseen spirits he's convinced haunt the ancient city.


But when he discovers a girl his age left homeless by a terrible tragedy, Faisal decides to do what no one ever did for him-help. With no shelter and facing the many dangers of Cairo's darkened streets, Faisal's loyalties are tested when together they uncover a criminal ring more sinister than his worst superstitions.


This prequel to the Masked Man of Cairo mystery adventure series will thrill new listeners and long-time fans alike!

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The Case of the Dastardly Djinn: A Masked Man of Cairo Prequel

The Case of the Dastardly Djinn: A Masked Man of Cairo Prequel

by Sean McLachlan

Narrated by Curtis Michael Holland

Unabridged

The Case of the Dastardly Djinn: A Masked Man of Cairo Prequel

The Case of the Dastardly Djinn: A Masked Man of Cairo Prequel

by Sean McLachlan

Narrated by Curtis Michael Holland

Unabridged

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Overview

A homeless boy. A hunted girl.


Cairo, 1917. In a city plagued by poverty and war, ten-year-old Faisal begs and steals to survive, hiding at night from the things that prowl after dark. The nimblest and most clever of the street boys, he's terrified of the unseen spirits he's convinced haunt the ancient city.


But when he discovers a girl his age left homeless by a terrible tragedy, Faisal decides to do what no one ever did for him-help. With no shelter and facing the many dangers of Cairo's darkened streets, Faisal's loyalties are tested when together they uncover a criminal ring more sinister than his worst superstitions.


This prequel to the Masked Man of Cairo mystery adventure series will thrill new listeners and long-time fans alike!


Product Details

BN ID: 2940195572457
Publisher: Tantor Audio
Publication date: 06/16/2026
Series: Masked Man of Cairo
Edition description: Unabridged
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