Book by James von Leyden
On Friday, January 10, 2020, at 5:30 PM – 7 PM Cafe Clock, Marrakech
will host a night with author James von Leyden. The British writer will share excerpts from his newest book A Death in the Medina. The captivating thriller was released in summer 2019 and set in the Marrakech medina during Ramadan holy month. The story begins simply by describing the troubles of an international couple who have had their bag stolen in the medina. Quickly, however, the light-hearted novel turns dark and mysterious, when 24-year-old detective Karim discovers a Moroccan girl’s body discarded in a hand cart. Karim’s peaceful month of fasting and prayer is disturbed and he must rise to the challenge by uncovering the twisted truth.
James von Leyden first visited Morocco in 1985 and was immediately drawn to the country’s panoramic landscapes and unique culture. Today he splits time between Oualidia, Morocco and East Sussex, UK. He holds a degree in Philosophy & Modern Languages from Oxford University and has worked as an advertising copywriter for 30 years. His other Morocco-based books include The Tangier Boatman, Last Boat from Tangier, and Red City.