Description

In a world where a father's legacy hinges on a male heir, one man's desperate desire for a son leads to a profound and unsettling secret. This novel plunges into the heart of the Islamic world, exploring the complex and often hidden roles of women through a surreal and deeply intricate narrative. As the story unfolds, shifting between a haunting present and a painful past, the true nature of this family's struggle and the sacrifices made in the name of tradition are gradually revealed.

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paperback

Quartet

Published Jan 1, 1989

178 pages

ISBN: 0704327279

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Details

First Published

1989

Language

eng

Translation

From: fra

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