EFFENDI The Second Arabesk 2002 A novel by Jon Courtenay Grimwood     The brilliant sequel to the critically acclaimed PASHAZADE   Masterfully blending speculative fiction and hard-boiled mystery, Jon Courtenay Grimwood's acclaimed Arabesk series plunges readers into a world eerily familiar and shockingly unpredictable. Here a troubled detective follows a trail of clues through a city where innocence itself may be a thing of the past.... It's the twenty-first century and El Iskandryia--an alluring metropolis built on seduction, corruption, and lies--is the double-dealing heart of an Ottoman Empire that still rules the world. But these days a sense of dread hangs over El Isk--and over Ashraf Bey, the city's new Chief of Detectives. A trial is set to take place, and it's up to Raf to decide the case. There's only one problem: the suspect is the billionaire father of the woman Raf should have married.  Industrialist Hamzah Effendi is accused of crimes so horrible that even El Iskandryia wants him eliminated. But Raf finds that protecting the sensual and impetuous Zara Quitrimala from the secrets of her father's past may be even more dangerous. For Raf must now solve a series of brutal murders that are somehow connected to the case--and to Zara. And the closer Raf gets to the truth, the more elusive the answers become--and the closer he comes to his own demise... This book is in BRAND NEW and in very good condition*. No obvious damage to the cover. No missing or damaged pages, no creases or tears, and no underlining/highlighting of text or writing in the margins.  Very minimal wear and tear. *We do our best to give you a fair and as accurate as possible description. All our books are pre-loved (unless stated otherwise) and will show signs of use and/or wear. POSTAGE DETAILS This book weighs 278g.  We use Australia Post parcel post satchels to mail anywhere in Australia for a fixed price.  We use the 500g Standard (Red) Parcel Post Satchel for purchases of books under 500g and the 3kg Express Post Satchel for larger books and multiple purchases.  We encourage your selection of the 500g Express Post Satchel for the added security of parcel tracking. The 500g satchel costs $6.00 and holds 1-2 standard sized paperbacks.  The 500g Express Post satchel costs $8.40.  The 3kg Express Post satchel costs $11.70 and holds up to 8 standard sized paperbacks and comes with the added protection of a tracking number.  Please note - If and where available I do prefer to send items via courier for the added door to door protection.  If the service is available I will do so at no additional charge to you and your item is signed for on delivery (guaranteed)! All books are bubble wrapped to safeguard them from getting damaged, free of charge.  Overseas shipping is more expensive, so please contact me if you require a quote for international shipping. I will send your item(s) the following business day after receiving payment.  The delivery time may increase during the holiday season. However, please note that whilst all care is taken, I am not able to accept any responsibility for loss or damage which occurs during shipping.  I will gladly arrange for Registered Mail for an additional cost please email me for quotation.      PAYMENTS ACCEPTED Direct Deposit – This method will take 1 to 2 business days to clear from your account.  Often payments made on a Friday will not show until the following Tuesday.  Your item/s will be shipped as soon as payment is cleared. Paypal – We receive Instant payment notification, item will be dispatched on the following business day. Paypal E-Cheque – Can take up to 5-10 business days to clear from your account.   Your item/s will be shipped as soon as payment is cleared. Overseas Buyers – PayPal Only Buyer must make contact within 3 days of the auction ending to finalise payment and postage details.  All payments must be received within 7 days.   COMMUNICATION If you have any questions please send us an email, we will reply promptly. Click on “Ask a Question” link If for any reason you are not happy with your purchases or delivery please contact us before leaving feedback so that we have the opportunity to work out a suitable solution in an amicable and fair way. We want happy customers! Check out my other items! I will be listing 1,000's of books over the next few weeks. Be sure to add me to your favourites list! More exciting products to come!