The Five Fakirs of Faizabad

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Contemporary FictionAction-AdventureParanormalUrban FantasyMagical RealismComing of AgeGood vs. EvilMythologyFolkloreHistorical SettingChildren's BookInternational LiteratureWorld LiteratureSeriesAsian LiteratureSouth Asian LiteratureTravel & AdventureInternationalIndian AuthorMysteryAdventureFantasyJuvenile Fiction
Historical Fiction

The Five Fakirs of Faizabad

P. B. Kerr, Philip Kerr

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In "The Five Fakirs of Faizabad," siblings John and Philippa Gaunt find their lives disrupted yet again when the delicate balance of the world's luck is thrown into chaos, threatening global well-being [1, 2, 4, 6]. With their mother having relinquished her djinn powers, the twins must step up to face a new peril: an malevolent djinn is intent on uncovering the secrets held by five ancient fakirs, who were buried alive and each guard a piece of universal knowledge [1, 2, 4, 5]. The fate of the world hangs in the balance as John and Philippa embark on a global quest, traveling from London to exotic locales like Morocco, Yellowstone National Park, and the mystical Shangri-La, racing against time and the evil djinn to secure these vital secrets [1, 6]. This installment of the "Children of the Lamp" series delves into themes of fate, the consequences of power, and the courage of young protagonists facing overwhelming odds [3, 7]. What makes the novel compelling is the sense of high-stakes adventure, as John and Philippa must rely on their own developing abilities and wits to confront a formidable supernatural enemy [1, 2, 4]. The narrative blends action, cultural exploration, and the intrigue of ancient mysteries, making it an engaging read for young adventurers eager to see if the djinn twins can succeed where even powerful magic might falter [3, 5, 6].

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Publisher

Orchard Books

Pages

439

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PAPERBACK

ISBN-13

9780545126588

ISBN-10

0545126584

Language

English

Published

2010-01-01