The Black Crescent

Set in post-war Casablanca, this gripping historical novel follows young Hamou Badi, a zouhry marked by djinns, as he grapples with his loyalties amidst the fight for Moroccan independence. After discovering a murdered woman's body, he leaves his village to become a law officer under the French Protectorate, only to confront the harsh realities of colonial rule and rising nationalist tensions. As he navigates a world filled with violence and conflicting identities, Hamou must make a profound choice between his heritage and his aspirations, all while unraveling the mysteries tied to his abilities.