The Haunting of Tram Car 015
The Haunting of Tram Car 015
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Cairo, Egypt • 1910s
2019
Adult
14+ years
Super Short Summary
In The Haunting of Tram Car 015 by P. Djèlí Clark, agents from the Ministry of Alchemy, Enchantments, and Supernatural Entities in 1912 Cairo investigate a possessed tram car. Set in an alternate history of magic and supernatural beings, the novella follows their efforts to resolve the spectral disturbance in this vibrant, enchanted city.
Mysterious
Fantastical
Unnerving
Gritty
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
P. Djèlí Clark’s The Haunting of Tram Car 015 impresses with its imaginative steampunk Cairo and engaging mystery. Critics praise its vibrant world-building and rich cultural elements, though some find the plot a bit predictable. Overall, it's celebrated for its creativity and unique fusion of fantasy and history.
Who Should Read The Haunting of Tram Car 015?
Readers who enjoy The Haunting of Tram Car 015 by P. Djèlí Clark are likely fans of alternate history, steampunk settings, and supernatural mysteries. This book appeals to those who appreciate vibrant world-building and narratives similar to The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern or The Calculating Stars by Mary Robinette Kowal.
18,995 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
Cairo, Egypt • 1910s
2019
Adult
14+ years
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