From the Great Sea to the Genie's Anvil to the Crowded Sea, all Zhakhara observes the Law of the Loregiver, including the Salt Bond of guest friendship. For three days as a guest you are privileged and protected, welcome in the home and bound by courtesy to your host. For three days, you are guests of the court in Ajayib, City of Wonders.

On the fourth day, on the Sultan's wedding day, you will be put to death for attempting to assassinate her... Unless you can unravel the intrigues of Holy Slayers, Viziers, and the mighty Djinni first, saving the princess, the court, and the day as well as your own lives.

This is a classic adventure story of true love, honour, Djinni, heroes and sorcery set in the burning world of Al Qadim.