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Discover the captivating journey set in the vibrant streets of Cairo with 'Cairo Circles', a groundbreaking debut novel by Doma Mahmoud. This multi-perspective narrative delves deep into the lives of six young Egyptians, exploring the intricate web of relationships influenced by faith, tradition, and the struggles of social class. Follow Sherif 'Sheero' Abdallah, an NYU student who enjoys the freedom of life away from his conservative family, as he is unexpectedly thrust back into Cairo's complexities after an FBI inquiry into his cousin Amir, who has committed a shocking act of violence.
As readers step into the contrasting realities of Sheero and Amir, they experience a decade-long intertwining of destinies shaped by privilege and hardship, love and betrayal. This riveting page-turner is not just a story of two cousins but a profound commentary on the pursuit of personal freedom amidst societal expectations. Cairo Circles paints a vivid picture of modern Cairo, marrying pleasure with thought-provoking themes, making it a must-read for fans of contemporary fiction.
Enjoy free shipping on this brand new first edition (ISBN: 9781951213671) and immerse yourself in a refreshing perspective on Egyptian life. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery, as this intriguing novel journeys right to your door. Once your order is placed, please note that it cannot be canceled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781951213671
Year: 2022
Publisher: Unnamed Press
Description:
An epic, multi-perspective debut novel bringing the streets of Cairo to life.
Sherif 'Sheero' Abdallah is an NYU student revelling in independence, free from the judgemental gaze of his conservative family in Egypt to indulge in all sorts of pleasures. When the FBI comes knocking on his door, he’s convinced it’s a case of mistaken identity — until they show him a picture of his cousin Amir. Amir has perpetrated a horrific attack and Sheero is suddenly forced to return to Cairo and confront the events that led to their wildly different circumstances.
While Amir wore Sheero’s hand-me-downs and suffered at the hands of neglectful, abusive parents, Sheero attended Cairo’s most prestigious high school, where he and his best friend Taymour, the son of one of Cairo’s business moguls, could enjoy sports clubs, beach vacations, high-end dining, and socialising with girls from the French and British schools. Once inseparable cousins, Sheero and Amir grew further apart, Amir ultimately having more in common with the children of Taymour’s housekeeper: Omar, Mustafa, and Zeina.
In Cairo Circles, the lives of this unforgettable group of six young Egyptians intertwine dramatically over the course of over a decade, revealing complex relationships dominated by faith, tradition, social class, and the boundaries of personal freedom. An epic, multi-perspective page-turner, Doma Mahmoud's debut introduces readers to a bold and inventive new voice in fiction as Cairo's streets burst to life on the page.
'Cairo Circles is a novel that proves literature needn’t choose between pleasure and substance. You
As readers step into the contrasting realities of Sheero and Amir, they experience a decade-long intertwining of destinies shaped by privilege and hardship, love and betrayal. This riveting page-turner is not just a story of two cousins but a profound commentary on the pursuit of personal freedom amidst societal expectations. Cairo Circles paints a vivid picture of modern Cairo, marrying pleasure with thought-provoking themes, making it a must-read for fans of contemporary fiction.
Enjoy free shipping on this brand new first edition (ISBN: 9781951213671) and immerse yourself in a refreshing perspective on Egyptian life. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery, as this intriguing novel journeys right to your door. Once your order is placed, please note that it cannot be canceled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781951213671
Year: 2022
Publisher: Unnamed Press
Description:
An epic, multi-perspective debut novel bringing the streets of Cairo to life.
Sherif 'Sheero' Abdallah is an NYU student revelling in independence, free from the judgemental gaze of his conservative family in Egypt to indulge in all sorts of pleasures. When the FBI comes knocking on his door, he’s convinced it’s a case of mistaken identity — until they show him a picture of his cousin Amir. Amir has perpetrated a horrific attack and Sheero is suddenly forced to return to Cairo and confront the events that led to their wildly different circumstances.
While Amir wore Sheero’s hand-me-downs and suffered at the hands of neglectful, abusive parents, Sheero attended Cairo’s most prestigious high school, where he and his best friend Taymour, the son of one of Cairo’s business moguls, could enjoy sports clubs, beach vacations, high-end dining, and socialising with girls from the French and British schools. Once inseparable cousins, Sheero and Amir grew further apart, Amir ultimately having more in common with the children of Taymour’s housekeeper: Omar, Mustafa, and Zeina.
In Cairo Circles, the lives of this unforgettable group of six young Egyptians intertwine dramatically over the course of over a decade, revealing complex relationships dominated by faith, tradition, social class, and the boundaries of personal freedom. An epic, multi-perspective page-turner, Doma Mahmoud's debut introduces readers to a bold and inventive new voice in fiction as Cairo's streets burst to life on the page.
'Cairo Circles is a novel that proves literature needn’t choose between pleasure and substance. You