description: In this mesmerising novel that blends political intrigue and moral inquiry with an unforgettable portrait of a lady, Brian Moore takes us into the deserts of Algeria and the courts of Napoleon III. Based on a small but remarkable moment in history, this is the rich and moving story of an illusionist's wife who finds herself unexpectedly entangled in the politics of the Imperial and Arab worlds.
language: English
title: The Magician's Wife
titlecomplete: The Magician's Wife
genres: Historical, Literature, Crime, Irish Literature, Novels, Noir, Historical Fiction, Fiction, Africa, Mystery
ratings_count: 934
places: Algeria, North Africa
awards: awardedAt: 852105600000
name: Rogers Writers' Trust Fiction Prize
publisher: Recorded Books