Alif the Unseen
by G. Willow Wilson
Alif the Unseen by G. Willow Wilson holds a well received rating of 3.84 out of 5, based on 11K reader ratings. First published in 2012. The book spans 433 pages.
About Alif the Unseen
In an unnamed Middle Eastern security state, a young Arab-Indian hacker shields his clients—dissidents, outlaws, Islamists, and other watched groups—from surveillance and tries to stay out of trouble. He goes by Alif—the first letter of the Arabic alphabet, and a convenient handle to hide behind. The aristocratic woman Alif loves has jilted him for a prince chosen by her parents, and his computer has just been breached by the state’s electronic security force, putting his clients and his own neck on the line. Then it turns out his lover’s new fiancé is the "Hand of God," as they call the head of state security, and his henchmen come after Alif, driving him underground. When Alif discovers The Thousand and One Days, the secret book of the jinn, which both he and the Hand suspect may unleash a new level of information technology, the stakes are raised and Alif must struggle for life or death, aided by forces seen and unseen.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | G. Willow Wilson |
| Published | 2012 |
| Pages | 433 |
| Genres | Fantasy, Fiction, Science Fiction, Young Adult, Religion & Spirituality |
| Average Rating | 3.84 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 10,982 |
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What genre is Alif the Unseen?
Alif the Unseen is categorized as Fantasy, Fiction, Science Fiction, Young Adult. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is Alif the Unseen worth reading?
Based on 11K reader ratings, Alif the Unseen has an average score of 3.84 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is Alif the Unseen?
Alif the Unseen has 433 pages.
Who wrote Alif the Unseen?
Alif the Unseen was written by G. Willow Wilson. It was first published in 2012.
What is the ISBN for Alif the Unseen?
The ISBN-13 for Alif the Unseen is 9780802120200.0.
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