A Master of Djinn

A Master of Djinn – 4 Stars:

The story has a great setup, and the way it blends real historical references, old myths, and new imaginative elements makes for a lively and exciting world. The characters feel alive, and the story is fun, though not particularly original. I’d give 5 stars for the world-building, but the plot is a bit too familiar, and the book feels slightly too long—tighter editing would have made a difference.

As for the audiobook, it was problematic. The narrator is over-enthusiastic, with dramatic volume shifts—especially during accents or intense moments—that were ear-splitting. I had to constantly adjust the volume, which is a first for a professional audiobook. It's a shame because the narrator is pretty good at a normal volume, but the production quality is definitely below average.