“This room was our ivory tower, Sihem and mine. No one else was ever admitted here. Sometimes we'de come here to commune with our silence and reactivate our senses, dulled and blunted by the noises of every day. We'd bring a book or put on some music, and then we were off. We read Kafka as well as Khalil Gibran, and listened to Oum Kalthoum and Pavarotti with the same grattitude....”
In this novel, the protagonist grapples with the complexities of his own identity and the broader political landscape, offering a poignant and introspective look at the human condition. more
Yasmina Khadra is a prominent Moroccan author of French descent, known for her works that delve into themes of identity, politics, and social issues. Born on January 10, 1955, she has garnered international acclaim for her compelling storytelling and nuanced character portrayals. more
“I don’t want to be your first, Fallon. I want to be your last.”
“Dare to seek answers to your questions.”
“Suicide is the last attempt of re-emergence of the will of life. - On Suicide”
“When planning life’s journey, always have an alternate route.”