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Jadushaharer Taan, by Bangladeshi author Shamim Zaman, is the story of a group of magical beings living in a village in rural Bangladesh. The main character is a youth named Zahin, who lives with his family and neighbours, hereditary heartless people, or shan. He discovers that he has a mysterious power, the ability to communicate with the shan, and he soon finds himself caught up in a daring adventure to save the village and its inhabitants from an impending disaster. With the help of the mystical forces of the village, Zahin must battle his own prejudices and taboos to uncover a sinister plot put in motion by a powerful group. The book follows a gripping story line full of suspense and intrigue, and readers will be captivated by the vivid imagery of rural life in Bangladesh.