The novel takes place in Turkey in the 19th century, when there was a fierce struggle for power between the Sultan and the Islamic sheikhs. Against this backdrop, exciting events unfold at the court of the Turkish Sultan, where the destinies of states are decided not only by diplomats, but also under the influence of the beautiful odalisques “reigning” in the harem. The twists and turns of the fate of the beautiful Turkish woman Rezia and her lover, the courageous warrior Sadi, will keep you in suspense throughout the entire narrative. Georg Born is a great master of the historical novel. The time has come to discover the author who has rightfully received the title of “German Dumas”!