Children of the Nine
(2025)(The eighth book in the Muhammad Amalfi Mystery series)
A novel by AJ Lewis
"Escape from an abusive marriage, a search for love, and a deadly mystery intertwine in 1798 Algiers."
When a young bride from a prominent family seeks refuge in the womens shelter she established, Lalla Hurriya learns that the woman’s betrothed is also a victim of society and culture. But when the Dey of Algiers demands the bride’s return, Chief Commissioner Muhammad must find a way to protect the woman, his wife, and the shelter for abused women. But Muhammad is away searching for clues in a murder case after a charred body is discovered in an abandoned lime kiln on a lonely hilltop outside the city. Will Muhammad risk his life and the future of the shelter to appease the powerful Dey of Algiers? Or will he defy his orders and face the surely fatal consequences? And to make matters worse while Muhammad maneuvers to buy time, the Dey of Algiers commands that he bring him the head of the French Consul General before the day is out.
In Children of the Nine, justice and morality clash with duty and loyalty as man and wife are challenged by powerful internal and external forces that threaten not only their relationship but their lives and the future of all they have built together.
Readers who enjoyed "The Map of Salt and Stars" by Jennifer Zeynab Joukhadar will also love "Children of the Nine," a gripping tale of justice, morality, and loyalty in the face of extreme danger.
Don't miss out on this thrilling historical fiction novel, Book Eight in the acclaimed Muhammad Amalfi Mystery series of historical novels.
Buy now before the price changes.
Genre: Historical Mystery
When a young bride from a prominent family seeks refuge in the womens shelter she established, Lalla Hurriya learns that the woman’s betrothed is also a victim of society and culture. But when the Dey of Algiers demands the bride’s return, Chief Commissioner Muhammad must find a way to protect the woman, his wife, and the shelter for abused women. But Muhammad is away searching for clues in a murder case after a charred body is discovered in an abandoned lime kiln on a lonely hilltop outside the city. Will Muhammad risk his life and the future of the shelter to appease the powerful Dey of Algiers? Or will he defy his orders and face the surely fatal consequences? And to make matters worse while Muhammad maneuvers to buy time, the Dey of Algiers commands that he bring him the head of the French Consul General before the day is out.
In Children of the Nine, justice and morality clash with duty and loyalty as man and wife are challenged by powerful internal and external forces that threaten not only their relationship but their lives and the future of all they have built together.
Readers who enjoyed "The Map of Salt and Stars" by Jennifer Zeynab Joukhadar will also love "Children of the Nine," a gripping tale of justice, morality, and loyalty in the face of extreme danger.
Don't miss out on this thrilling historical fiction novel, Book Eight in the acclaimed Muhammad Amalfi Mystery series of historical novels.
Buy now before the price changes.
Genre: Historical Mystery
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