Mystery of love and history in 1940s Cairo.
"The Cairo Diary" could be a fantastic choice if you're intrigued by historical settings brimming with intrigue and romance. Picture yourself enveloped in the sultry allure of 1940s Cairo, where every corner whispers secrets of the past and every chapter draws you deeper into a mystery interlaced with passion. This book doesn't just tell a story; it transports you.
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ISBN: 9780330456067
Authors:
Maxime Chattam
Publisher: Pan Macmillan Paperback Omes
Date of Publication: 2008-05-02
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 3.45
(rated by 1303 readers)
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Mystery of love and history in 1940s Cairo.
"The Cairo Diary" could be a fantastic choice if you're intrigued by historical settings brimming with intrigue and romance. Picture yourself enveloped in the sultry allure of 1940s Cairo, where every corner whispers secrets of the past and every chapter draws you deeper into a mystery interlaced with passion. This book doesn't just tell a story; it transports you.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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