LeVar Burton Reads "The Angel of Khan El-Khalili" by P. Djèlí Clark
Jul 20, 2021
A girl ventures into Cairo's mesmerizing Khan El-Khalili bazaar, seeking a miracle for her ailing friend, Aisha. Her journey leads to a stunning encounter with a clockwork angel named 'Seeker,' who offers profound choices that challenge her understanding of truth and sacrifice. As tensions rise during a confrontation, themes of guilt and the quest for redemption unfold. The vibrant backdrop of steampunk Egypt enriches the narrative, sparking personal growth and magical revelations. An intriguing exploration of miracles awaits!
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The Clockwork Angel In The Cellar
- The angel Seeker is a towering clockwork woman who lives beneath the Khan al-Khalili and displays mechanical wings and a carved midnight-blue mask.
- She sits among cushions and speaks with a melodious, matronly voice that feels more than machine and deeply unnerving.
A Sister's Heroism And Suffering
- Aisha is a factory leader and hero who saved coworkers during a catastrophic fire but now lies dying from severe burns.
- Alia remembers Aisha carrying her out and being scarred while the doctor declared Aisha beyond ordinary medical help.
Miracles Bought With Confession
- Seeker demands three confessions as the price for a miracle, seeking truths from the deepest recesses of the soul.
- The bargain reframes miracles as contingent on honest self-revelation rather than material payment.
