The Shadow of the Crescent Moon

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Set against the backdrop of the American invasion of Afghanistan, this lyrical debut novel unfolds over a single rain-soaked morning in Mir Ali, Pakistan. It follows three brothers—Aman, a recent returnee from America; Sikandar, a doctor grappling with his troubled wife Mina; and idealistic Hayat—along with Mina, who faces unexpected challenges. As their lives intertwine, they confront harrowing choices that will alter their futures and the fate of their town, showcasing the impact of conflict on personal and collective identities.