Throne of the Crescent Moon is a fantasy novel written by American writer Saladin Ahmed.

[4] The book follows Doctor Adoulla Makhslood, an aging ghul hunter based in the city of Dhamsawaat, who would really like to retire from having adventures and quietly drink cardamom tea.

Dawoud is a mage whose spells draw upon his own life energy and Litaz (his wife) is a highly skilled alchemist.

In addition to the magical plot, there is political trouble brewing in the city as the mysterious Falcon Prince foments revolution against the Kalif.

[5][6][7] Annalee Newitz reviewing for io9 praised the characters and riveting worldbuilding.