A review by trickstercast
A Master of Djinn by P. Djèlí Clark

adventurous medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.5

I loved the world building, but there were times where the dialogue jolted between something that fit the setting and something out of the modern day, which I found very jarring. I also struggle to see the appeal of Fatma as a main character. Her main character traits are that she's the first woman agent, she loves suits, and she loves Siti. I was also frustrated by how the incredibly cold and calculating villain devolved into standard Scooby-Doo monologuing as soon as they were found out. It's like all their skill went out the door. 

I really liked Hadia though and would read more adventures to learn about her. 
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