Mayan Ruins

"Mayyan Ruins" tells the story of Mayyada al-Rahbani, a woman who survived a harrowing childhood during Saddam Hussein’s regime and later builds a life of secrecy and resilience in North America. When her actions to save a young girl lead to a political and media frenzy, she is forced to confront her past and the choices that have shaped her. The novel explores complex themes of morality, personal identity, and the power of storytelling in a layered narrative that weaves psychological depth with contemporary moral questions.