Son of Sin

Poet Omar Sakr’s debut novel explores the intricate and often turbulent bonds of family across multiple generations and countries, focusing on Jamal Smith, a young queer Muslim navigating a complex legacy of violence and memory. Through a richly woven narrative filled with vivid symbols and cultural motifs, the story examines themes of love, faith, fear, and identity, ultimately asking how one can find space to breathe amidst life's constrictions.