The Golem and the Jinni is the debut novel by Helene Wecker. I loved this book. It’s an example of really great story telling, which I don’t find often enough in current fiction.

Set in 1899 in New York City, two mysterious creatures come to life and discover each other living among the cities immigrant populations. The writing and the details were so wonderful, I felt transported  to that time and place. I fully bought into the story, caring deeply for the human and non-human characters alike.

Historic fiction, mixed with a little mythology and magic. A great read.