The Women of the Souk - (Mamur Zapt Mystery) by Michael Pearce (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Cairo, 1913. When schoolgirl Marie Kewfik is kidnapped, snatched away as she strolled through the bustling bazaars of the Souk, the Khedive insists that the Mamur Zapt takes charge of the negotiations for her safe return. But, as the Mamur is to discover, there is more to this kidnapping than meets the eye.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br>Cairo, 1913. When schoolgirl Marie Kewfik is kidnapped, snatched away as she strolled through the bustling bazaars of the Souk, the Khedive insists that the Mamur Zapt takes charge of the negotiations for her safe return. But, as the Mamur is to discover, there is more to this kidnapping than meets the eye.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>"Fans of this long-running series, however, will find all the accustomed gravely loopy charm"-- "Kirkus Reviews"<br><br>"Pearce's engrossing story successfully juxtaposes the volatile atmosphere of early twentieth-century Cairo against a tale full of culture, history, charm, humor, and romance. A fine addition to this excellent series"-- "Booklist Starred Review"<br><br>"Pearce's 19th Mamur Zapt mystery exemplifies the main strengths of this long-running series--dry humor coupled with a subtle depiction of the tensions created by the British presence"-- "Publishers Weekly"<br><br>I would recommend this for fans of historical fiction for its setting or for those who read Agatha Christie.--Jean K, reviewer<br>
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