Brother Alive

Set in the diverse neighborhood of Coolidge, three boys—Dayo, Iseul, and Youssef—navigate their intertwined lives under the care of their adoptive father, Imam Salim. Each boy carries his own identity and secrets, particularly Youssef, who is haunted by a hallucinatory figure named Brother. As Imam Salim's past draws him back to Saudi Arabia, the boys are thrust into a captivating yet challenging new world that tests their bonds and identities. This novel explores themes of family, power, and the quest for belonging amidst change.